The Smithsonian Isn’t a Museum — But Visit Anyway

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By Kelly Watkins   Ruby Slippers      The Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. isn’t a museum. It is 19 museums. In fact, the Smithsonian Institution is home to the world's largest museum complex and research organization. In addition to the 19 museums, it also includes the National … [Read more...]

What to Buy in Dubai

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Photos by Kelly Watkins Dubai is still one of the hottest vacation spots on the planet. If you go in the summer, it is also literally hot, about 100 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Don’t fret, though, the temperature is much more pleasant in the winter. It’s easy to see why Dubai remains popular. … [Read more...]

A Bird’s-Eye View of the Kenyan Bush – from a Hot Air Balloon

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 By Kelly Watkins I have long been a student of perspective – studying people from different cultures and looking at their varied viewpoints. So, when it came to observing the animals of the Masai Mara in Kenya, it was only natural for me to be dissatisfied with the one-dimensional view … [Read more...]