The Perils of Overtourism
A discussion of the problem of overtourism and some thoughts on solutions that don't involve staying home and never going anywhere.
A discussion of the problem of overtourism and some thoughts on solutions that don't involve staying home and never going anywhere.
A trip to Prague, where my daughter learned of the country's 20th century history and its struggle for freedom.
While Olive the Sheep made her U.S. debut, I took my daughter to Berlin, Germany to see the house and the city where her grandfather grew up. Maddy never met…
Announcing the launch of my latest translation from Portuguese, an innovative blend of read-aloud picture book and advice book for caregivers.
As I dig into a brand-new novel, this one in verse, some words of encouragement for those facing rejection.
Review of the Serbian documentary The Other Side of Everything, about the movement to end the genocidal Milosević regime.
Richard's reviews of restaurants in Athens that combine traditional and new culinary styles.
Advice to parents on the why and how of learning a new language, for themselves and their children.
Thoughts on the role of creative artists in societies facing deep injustice and repression, inspired by an exhibit I saw in Lisbon in spring 2018.
The 2018 roundup of restaurants in Lisbon includes many new and newly re-imagined ones, reflecting both greater economic prosperity and more tourism.