Mia Terra Blog
Disability Travel
We live in a mobile society. Whether it’s for work or fun, we drive and fly everywhere. But there are many people for whom mobility is a challenge, and I’m not talking about learning to use the latest electronic device. There are millions of people with physical and...
The Many Faces of China
A country’s greatest treasure is its people, but it takes patience to uncover this often hidden gem. They say that patience is a virtue, but for the international traveler, it can be hard to hold onto when immersed in a culture so different than your own. When I...Traveling Abroad? You Must Adapt and Convert
When it comes to international travel and your electrical gadgets, it can be confusing and scary. Do I need a converter or an adaptor? What’s the difference? Electrical circuits vary throughout the world. 110-120 volts is the standard for most electrical outlets in...Traveling? There’s an App for That
Hold onto your mobile devices; the universe of travel apps is expanding. Whether it’s for business or pleasure, people are traveling more than ever. In this fast-paced world, mobility is key and staying in touch critical. Wherever you are in the world, there’s a...Have Cruises Gone to the Dogs (and Cats)?
Pet owners are traveling with their pets more than ever. Tall ships often allow dogs on voyages and some even have a ship’s cat, but what about cruise lines? Are there any that allow pets? While many hotels now have policies that welcome pets (see Take Your Best...
Favorite Places in America: Grand Concourse Restaurant
You need a grand place to wear grand attire, and there’s nothing grander than the former Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad (P&LE) station. Pittsburgh has some of the most glorious architecture in the United States. In the heyday of the steel-making industry, the...Tips & Safety: U.S. Department of State STEP
Travel can be risky in many ways. Do your homework on the places you plan to visit and you’ll likely cut down on some of that risk. If you’re a U.S. citizen, it’s advisable to register your travel plans with the U.S. Department of State. So they can better assist...Festa del Tacchino: Thanksgiving in Tuscany
As I peered out the window of the small jet, a smile bubbled up from deep within me. Below, snow-capped mountains spread across the topography and spanned the divide between France and Italy. They were the Alps. I’d never seen them before, except in pictures. Since...Circadian Rhythm and the Jet Lag Blues
Like a hangover, everyone has a “cure” for jet lag. Fatigue, difficulty concentrating and inability to sleep are the most common symptoms. Some people even have digestive problems. The condition is a result of high speed travel across multiple time zones. It...Army of Clay
It was one of the most important archaeological finds in history and certainly one of the most remarkable things I’ve ever seen. In 1974, farmers who were digging a well outside of the city of Xi’an, China unearthed life-sized soldiers made of terracotta clay. As it...Free Download
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