Ah, La Catrina! She’s one of the most recognizable figures of Día de los Muertos, tall, elegant, and very dead. Picture a skeleton woman in a grand hat with feathers and flowers, wearing a gown straight out of early 20th-century high society. She’s both beautiful and eerie, a symbol of how Mexicans playfully and profoundly…
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a vibrant and deeply meaningful Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors the lives of deceased loved ones. It takes place each year on November 1 and 2, coinciding with the Catholic observances of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, but it’s rooted in much older Indigenous traditions that long predate the arrival…
Isla Mujeres (Spanish for “Island of Women”) is a small but enchanting island located about 13 kilometers (8 miles) off the coast of Cancún, in the Mexican Caribbean. Despite its modest size, only about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) long and 650 meters (2,130 feet) wide. It has a rich history, deep cultural roots, and stunning natural beauty that make it a beloved…
Chichén Itzá is one of the most famous and best-preserved archaeological sites of the ancient Maya civilization, located in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico. It was a major political, religious, and economic center and today, it stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Here’s a detailed look at its history:…
Cancún, Mexico, has a fascinating history. One that goes from being a sparsely inhabited stretch of jungle and beach to becoming one of the world’s most famous resort destinations in just a few decades. Here’s an overview of its story and development: Pre-Columbian and Early History • Maya Civilization (Before 1500 CE): • The region…
Musical Theater, Rock Concerts, Historical Tours, Archetectural Tours, Green Space Tours, Museum Tours, and walking and eating, and generally wearing yourself out. Here’s a list of some of what we were able to accomplish in our 11 night visit to our apartment on 57th and 5th. Manhattan has so much to offer… Heathers Buena Vista…
I love the Hawaiian islands…. As I’m sure you know. My favorite of all is the Big Island of Hawaii. It’s more of the real Hawaiian experience. The volcano, the rainforest, the beaches…. Awesome. Oahu (Honolulu and North Shore Pearl Harbor), is big urban and tourist trap-ish. On the Big Island, you need a rental…
I’ve looked at her longingly from the shores in Brooklyn, Battery Park, Jersey City and the decks of the Princess Cruises ships I’ve performed on as we sailed past. I was not prepared for quite how magnificent she is. The icon of our nation, the personification of the freedom and rights for all. How did…
Port St. Lucie, Florida, is a relatively young city with a fascinating history tied to its rapid development and transformation. Here’s an overview: Early History The area that is now Port St. Lucie was originally inhabited by the Ais Native American tribe. By the mid-18th century, the region was largely uninhabited due to disease and…
Fort Pierce, Florida, is a city with a rich history that dates back thousands of years, starting with its earliest inhabitants, the Ais Native American tribe. Here’s an overview of its historical development: Pre-European Settlement The Ais people lived along Florida’s east coast, including the area now known as Fort Pierce, for centuries before European…
