An Editorial Definition of Smog – A form of air pollution producing a gray fog from burning fossil fuels. A form of air pollution produced by the photochemical reaction of sunlight with hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides that have been released into the atmosphere, especially by automotive emissions. Back in the 70’s my first real jobContinue reading “Smog And Rapid Economic Development”
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The Ten Thousand Buddhas
The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, located in Sha Tin, Hong Kong, is a famous Buddhist temple known for its stunning setting and the thousands of Buddha statues found throughout the complex. The monastery is a popular attraction and a significant Buddhist religious site in Hong Kong. The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Hong Kong was foundedContinue reading “The Ten Thousand Buddhas”
Yokohama Cruise Port To Tokyo
Cruise Port of Yokohama to Central Tokyo And Narita Airport Getting to and from your cruise in Yokohama can be a challenge. Taxis and transfers can be expensive and navigating public transportation requires a bit of research and dealing with a difficult language issue. In years of traveling the world, Japan was probably the mostContinue reading “Yokohama Cruise Port To Tokyo”
Bar Hopping Around The World
Happy hour is a ritual in our house and just because we’re traveling is no reason to leave it at home. Often we take the opportunity to sample famous libations in cities we visit. On a recent trip the Singapore Sling at Raffles was unfortunately just too expensive – $70 plus for two drinks wasContinue reading “Bar Hopping Around The World”
Happy Easter • He Has Risen!
The featured image in this post is of the entrance to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Inside this church is the shrine of the Holy Sepulchre (pictured at right) holding the tomb where Jesus’ body was laid after he was crucified. This church is widely considered the Holiest site in the ChristianContinue reading “Happy Easter • He Has Risen!”
The Gandhi Museum In Mumbai
The Home Of Mahatma Gandhi And Museum Most people know there was a historical Gandhi and about his philosophy of passive resistance, but just how much do we really know about the man? One of the best opportunities to understand this mans life and greatness is located inside his residence in Mumbai, India. This houseContinue reading “The Gandhi Museum In Mumbai”
The Intentional Travelers 