Peru Blog Posts
July 18, 2014
PERFECTAMUNDO
On what I deemed Machu Picchu Monday, I had the opportunity to walk with our guide, Fabrizzio, on our way back from the Gate of the Sun, Inti Punku. We weren’t discussing the Incan Empire, the design of the terraces or the fact that you can tell the level of a importance of a place…
New UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a Bit About Selection
After a recent 10-day meeting of the World Heritage Committee, a number of sites have been updated or newly added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. We’re proud to say that many of these sites are found within countries we have the pleasure of visiting on our family adventures – but before we get into…
July 11, 2014
Who In the World Are the Gamels?
Standing at the passenger drop-off curb at Cincinnati Airport with just a carry-on backpack and small shoulder bag, I turn to wave goodbye to my sister. My husband, two children, and I are left on the curb feeling excited and terrified at the same time. We are catching the evening flight to Miami, and then…
The Power of Soccer Balls
Soccer is a universal game around the world; we see it everywhere we go. Costa Rica, Panama, Ecuador, Brazil – soccer is a language that needs no translation. (In Tanzania the kids often use an old balled up sock for a ball, and even barefoot they can score the heck out of the American…
Chris Gamel Pro Photo Tip – Rule of Thirds
Quick Tip for better photographs: Use the rule of thirds. When creating a picture, many photographers place the subject right in the middle of the frame. It’s easy, but it is rarely the best option. Instead, consider using the rule of thirds. The rule of thirds is a simple, yet powerful way of placing a…