By Carrie Brock My travel philosophy has always been to stay ahead of the crowds, the over-popularity, and the over-touristed. Sometimes I’ve succeeded in the endeavor, long ago visiting places like Santorini, Positano and Hvar. Other times I’ve missed the calm before the tourist storm. I have been frustratingly caught in the masses, the madness... Continue Reading →
Visiting the Ancient Cave City of Matera, Italy
It is dead calm, with only the sound of church bells breaking the silence. Occasionally a swallow or two will speed through the sky overhead. The city is black and grey, without much other color or life. Looking down the cobblestoned street through the ruins, I wonder if I see other humans, or just the... Continue Reading →