Taking the road less traveled
Biosphere Expeditions projects have a 40% repeat participant rate. Why do its citizen scientists keep coming back? Here's what they told me. The post The Biosphere Expeditions effect: Why people keep coming back appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
Two central Athens hotels, the Herodion and the Athens Retro: quite different, but both excellent. A review. The post 2 great Athens hotels: 1 with big views, 1 with boutique charm appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
Bremer Freimarkt, a huge fun fair in Bremen, Germany, has taken place for almost 1000 years and offers a great alternative to the busy Christmas-market season. The post Ischa Freimaak! A complete guide to the Bremer Freimarkt 2026 appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
A thorough review of Bassa Maina Villas & Suites in the Peloponnese, Greece, including detailed descriptions and recommendations. The post Review of Bassa Maina Villas & Suites: A dreamy Greek retreat appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
Contributing to wildlife research on a Biosphere Expedition: my experience as a citizen scientist collecting data on whales and dolphins in the Azores. The post Biosphere Expeditions: An adventure in citizen science appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
Pompeii gives a vivid impression of life in Ancient Rome. So does Herculaneum. Read this article for help deciding which to visit: Herculaneum or Pompeii. The post Herculaneum or Pompeii: Which should you visit? appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
Lots of tips to help you handle money in Europe: advice about cash, debit and credit cards, etc., plus a free checklist to help keep track. The post How to handle money in Europe appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
Trying to decide when to take your Norway coastal cruise? Here are some things to think about, based on my winter and summer experiences. The post What is the best time of year for a Norway coastal cruise? appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
A direct comparison of Havila vs Hurtigruten, both running the same route along the Norway coast, with similarities and differences in the onboard experience, the cabins, and their progress toward sustainability. The post Havila vs Hurtigruten on the Norway coastal route: Which is better? appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .
A detailed description and review of a Havila Voyages cruise on the traditional mail route along the coast of Norway. The post Havila Voyages cruise review: An eco-friendly coastal Norway journey appeared first on Rachel's Ruminations .