There's nothing quite like a somersault over the handlebars to jolt you back to reality on your last day of vacation.
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There's nothing quite like a somersault over the handlebars to jolt you back to reality on your last day of vacation.
Forty five minutes north of San Francisco lies Muir Beach, a small cove tucked between two rocky cliffs, perfect for a short hike or relaxing on the sand.
An excursion to Lake Rukwa guided by drunk locals, trying to get a prescription when you don't speak the same language as the non-pharmasicts working at the pharmacy, and getting creative when teaching Biology. Ladies and Gentelmen, we bring you "The Flancesca Chronicles", Part VI.
Point Lobos cast a spell on us with its turquoise blue water, rocky coastline, and mysterious fog.
Finally, some photos! Flan shares images from her time in Tanzania in the fifth installment of "The Flancesca Chronicles".
The storms happening across the US right now make us want to curl up with a blanket in front of a fireplace and read a good book with a mug of hot chocolate (or a glass of Petite Syrah).
In the fourth installment of "The Flancesca Chronicles", Fran talks about getting malaria, disciplining school children, and finally receiving hers and Libby's custom African dresses.
Your guide to a truly cosmopolitan city in Latin America that has great food, good nightlife and a variety of day trip and activity options.
This week's chronicle touches on malaria, the confusing Tanzanian school system, teacher's pets, and differing gender norms.
Balestrand is only three and half hours from Bergen and an easy detour from the popular Norway in a Nutshell tour. With a world class museum and plenty of plein air activities to enjoy, Balestrand is a worthy stop for history, art, and nature lovers.
In the second Chronicle, Fran talks about the beginning of school, what it's like to work out in rural Africa, and the complex issue of foreign aid in developing countries.