The Melding of Modern and Traditional Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar Mongolia – “Chinggis Khaan” in bright red neon affixed to the airport terminal is the first thing we see when landing…
September 2012
Irene Butler Siberia -Sensational Siberia & Wondrous Lake Baikal
Lake Baikal, Irkustk Siberia – Siberia has always conjured up visions of frigid winters, fierce snow storms, thick-coated animals, a tough breed…
Pleasantries of St. Petersburg Russia
St Petersburg Russia – With our first stroll down St Petersburg’s main street Nevsky Prospekt, Rick and I note the light-hearted relaxed…