“Death is nothing, but to live defeated and inglorious is to die daily.” ~ Napoléon Bonaparte “That was the greatest and finest moment of my life!” proclaimed a smallish man in a white raincoat loudly as he exited the domed church at the Hotel des Invalides in Paris. Moments before, this man stood trembling with...
An Underwater Photographers Guide To British Columbia
DivePhotoGuide.com asked me if I would write for them “An Underwater Photographers Guide to British Columbia.” The story was published today and the editor, Ian Bongso-Seldrup, kindly said, “It really is a fabulously well written and detailed piece, which I’m sure readers will find fascinating — and inspiring.” Dive Photo Guide Magazine DivePhotoGuide.com is a...
Third Age Expeditions
Third Age Expeditions: travel / photography / exploration Welcome to Third Age Expeditions. Our mission is all about “off the beaten path” travel, scuba diving, adventure, rewarding travel experiences and lifestyle pursuits. We embrace the community of travelers around the globe who pursue adventure travel and wish to explore and live a life that’s...
Victoria’s White Heather Tea Room
We were both feeling hell bent on discovering a new tea room during a day trip visit to Victoria, British Columbia. Kathryn and I take our tea seriously and thus were seeking something a little different than the notable Afternoon Tea service that the illustrious Empress Hotel routinely provides. We love the Empress, but...
Vodka Gimlet Martini Recipe
There are times when a Vodka Gimlet simply hits the spot. VODKA GIMLET RECIPE 2 ounces vodka (or gin if you insist) 1 ounce Rose’s Lime Juice 1 thin lime wedge. Combine liquid ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake, and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with lime wedge. Yield: 1 serving.
“I Think, I’ll Call It A Vesper”
James Bond: “I think, I’ll call it a Vesper.” Vesper Lynd: “Because of the bitter aftertaste?” James Bond: “No, because once you’ve tasted it, that’s all you want to drink.” James Bond Vesper Martini Recipe With the release of the 24th James Bond movie, “SPECTRE,” we celebrate with a Bond cocktail known as The Vesper. The “Vesper Martini” is the famous...
An Explorers Life Laid Bare
A few weeks ago, I was approached to author a monthly column for “Luxe Beat Magazine – Where Quality Meets Luxury.” I accepted and we agreed on naming the column “Third Age Expeditions,” which will primarily be about exploratory travel adventures and doing some “off the beaten path” things you may never have thought...