Istanbul’s Spice Bazaar, aka, the Egyptian Bazaar or Mısır Çarşısı (in Turkish), was different than I imagined it would be. I knew I’d see spices and dried fruits and other goodies. But I had no clue that I’d also encounter some quirky stuff. Turkish Viagra monsters, a circumcision mannequin…and yes, […]
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Curse of the Eclipse or Survivor, San Blas? Conclusion | Chicky Bus
In part 1 of this series, I began the story of my stay on on a remote Caribbean island in San Blas off the coast of Panama during a full moon/eclipse. I was thrilled to be there since it was something I’d always wanted to do. The Kuna indigenous, however, […]
Read MoreOvernight Megabus to New York from Toronto: From Hellride to Joyride | Chicky Bus
I honestly dreaded having to take the overnight double-decker MegaBus ride from Toronto to NYC two nights ago (after being at the TBEX Conference for a few days). Although I’m a veteran bus rider, I just didn’t look forward to an 11-hour ride (midnight to 11 am the next day). […]
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‘Walking Walls’: A Photographic Exploration of Modern Political Boundaries
Separation ‘Walking Walls’ is a project about people: families, communities, and individuals who live in extraordinary circumstances. (This guest post/photo essay is by Kate Trenerry, who has traveled extensively throughout Europe and the Middle East to explore and document modern political borders.) I spent three months walking along the Israeli […]
Read MoreStill on Cloud 9—After Flying a Plane Over Princeton, NJ! | Chicky Bus
Ever wonder what it’s like to fly an airplane? To actually be the pilot…to taxi, take off and maybe even steer the plane once you’re airborne? I had the opportunity to do all of the above one week ago and must say–it was a great experience! And I think–excuse the […]
Read MoreLike the bus? Try the magic carpet!
Originally a blog about travel, chickybus now also covers lifestyle. It’s still a ‘bus,’ but it now takes you on other types of ‘rides.’
Like the bus?
Consider a ride on the ‘magic carpet’!
That = my memoir about travel off the beaten path and into the moment.
Click on the cover to view the book on Amazon.
