Mark Pokedoff is a television industry veteran who travels the globe to help broadcast some of the world’s premier sporting events. Right now, he’s in Sochi, Russia, preparing to play a role in NBC’s coverage of the Winter Olympics. Pokedoff is a tape operator; in other words, he's one of "the boys in the truck" the announcers always thank when…
Costa Rica’s abundance of fresh seafood lends itself perfectly to ceviche. Naturally high and protein and low in fat, ceviche’s raw preparation makes it a breeze to prepare and ideal for serving to a large group of people. Though technically raw, the fish in ceviche takes on a cooked texture due to the acid in the lime juice. It firms…
When it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, there are tons of valuable lessons to be learned from cultures around the world. While there is no single country that has the healthy eating thing totally down pat (although a recent study showed some countries, such as the Netherlands, are definitely on the right track), there are certain habits we can…
Here we go again. The last couple years have been difficult for the cruise industry, with numerous outbreaks of illness, mechanical malfunctions, and of course the Costa Concordia disaster two years ago. Now, comes more bad news. The Associated Press reports that Royal Caribbean cruise lines has ended a 10-day cruise early after an outbreak of novovirus on board the…
If you can’t commit to eating healthy foods during vacation, why not choose a destination where it’s difficult to eat poorly to begin with? Oxfam International, a confederation of 17 organizations that work together to resolve issues such as poverty around the globe, recently released a study ranking the best and worst countries for healthy eating. Overall, Western Europe held…
For our next stop on the five healthy days tour, we arrive at what is arguably the world’s best destination for a night of steak and Tango: Buenos Aires. Considered the “Paris of South America” due to its French architectural flare, Buenos Aires offers a unique blend of European charm and a vibrant Latin American culture. Between amazing art collections,…
Making a pilgrimage has a special allure for those seeking spiritual health and physical well-being, and the 500 mile path along the northern tier of Spain known as the Camino de Santiago draws a global crowd of pilgrims. A new, detailed first-hand account of the trek entitled A Million Steps by Kurt Koontz sweeps readers along step-by-step through the daily…
French food gets a bad reputation for its heavy, rich, and decadent meals. But aside from all the butter, cheese, and chocolate, traditional French food often utilizes seasonal produce, local seafood, and simple, pared down preparations that allow these quality ingredients to shine. This simply prepared meal lacks in neither flavor nor nutritional benefits, and comes together start to finish…
50 Things a Traveller Should Know [Infographic] by the team at Travel Bag
While you could argue that Scotland is a beautiful destination to visit every year, 2014 is a special one for three reasons: The opening of The John Muir Way, the Commonwealth Games, and the Ryder Cup. So what’s the big deal about a trail? John Muir, a famous naturalist during the 19th century, was a pioneer in the natural conservation…
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