Are you ready? A great adventure activity is trekking. However, there are a couple of things you need to know: 1. Get Gear. It is absolutely essential that you have the right gear, such as rain coat (note: there is a difference between rain repellent and rain resistent), good boots, hiking poles, and a first aid kit (including blister relief)…. Read More
Uganda Adventure: Gorillas, Tree-climbing lions & more!
Where in the world: 10-day Uganda Safari Book by: Until Sold Out Departure Dates: Year-round Cost: $5,020pp Why I Like It: This package has it all. We’re talking gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Lake Mburo National Park, a boat cruise on Kazinga Channel, Kibale Forest, Ngamba Island, and more! You’ll see… Read More
First Hotel in World Staffed Solely by Robots
Yes, you read correctly. Henna na Hotel in Japan just opened the world’s first hotel almost totally “manned” by robots. And they are colorful robots too! Check out the dinosaur robot who checks guests in! It’s not a gimmick but a conscious effort to save on labor costs. Regardless of the reasoning, you have to admit that it is a… Read More
World Elephant Day
In light of recent events regarding trophy hunting in Africa, I would like to draw attention to WORLD ELEPHANT DAY. It is on August 12, 2015 and I encourage you to visit www.worldelephantday.org and sign the petition to protect these beautiful animals. Hunting for the sake of the kill or for animal body parts, such as tusks and paws, should… Read More
Best Beaches
There’s only four weeks left of summer. Can you believe it? So this is your last chance to squeeze in a beach vacation. Here are my recommendations: Best Beach Vacation for Golfers=Myrtle Beach, SC. Why? The Grand Strand boasts more than 100 golf courses, most of which are championship courses. They also have lots of family entertainment options at their… Read More
Ten Tipping Tips
Tipping is tricky. Do you still leave a good tip if the service was bad? Should it be 15% or more? Here’s what you need to know: 1. Tip calculations should be based on the pre-tax amount. 2. Give 15% in a modest restaurant. 3. Give 20% in an upscale restaurant. 4. Give extra if you feel you received special… Read More







Terrance Zepke studied Journalism at the University of Tennessee and later received a Master's Degree in Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina. She has studied Parapsychology at the renowned Rhine Research Center. She began her career as a freelance writer and photographer, ...