Stumbling on History

Stumbling on History

Decided to avoid Interstates and take a long, loopy route up from Santa Fe to Los Alamos and down to Albuquerque. Along the way, stumbled on Bandelier National Monument and spent a happy two hours in the chilly ruins.

Miracle Staircase of Loretto Chapel

Miracle Staircase of Loretto Chapel

When local nuns were unable to build a staircase to the Loretto Chapel choir loft, legend has it that a mysterious stranger appeared, built this free-standing spiral wonder, and vanished without requesting payment. My only question: where was this...

Waffle House Got Nothing on Weck’s

Waffle House Got Nothing on Weck’s

The cinnamon rolls are buttered and eight inches on a side, and the papas (hash browns) are crispy, laden with red or green chili and two cheeses, and piled high with sliced, spicy pork. Weck’s is an Albuquerque tradition for a reason. This is...

Lying for Jesus

Lying for Jesus

On Sunday, we watched Atlanta’s Pride march from the northwest corner of 10th and Peachtree Street. Opposite us, on the northeast corner, stood a tiny group of protesters broadcasting their messages to the crowd. They loved us, they insisted...

Would You Stay in a $20.00 Hotel in India?

Would You Stay in a $20.00 Hotel in India?

I’m not a budget traveler. I appreciate a good value, but I’m more interested in affordable luxury than bargain-basement deals on basic food and accommodations. Given $100 to spend in an exotic destination, I’d rather have one day...