About Kate Wickers
Kate has been a journalist and travel writer for over twenty years, writing features on travel, culture, and food for a variety of publications. Her family travel memoir, Shape of a Boy, My Family & Other Adventures, published in 2022, was listed by National Geographic Traveller in “The best travel books for 2022”.
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A Guide to Hierve el Agua: Oaxaca’s Stunning Petrified Waterfalls
Just 70 kilometers east of Oaxaca City lie the timeless petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua. Close to the archeological…
Mobile Canvas: Pakistani Truck Art on the Move
Mobile Canvas Pakistani Truck Art on the Move There is a distant rumbling on the Karakoram Highway. Far off and…
Exploring Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park
A Chronicle of Colors Exploring Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park Like a quill to an ink pot, I dip my…
Concrete Tulips: In the Heart of New York City, Little Island is an Oasis on the Water
Along the western side of the bustling island of Manhattan, a series of pillars emerge from the water, expanding their…
Summer in Europe: A Guide to Packing Trendy and Practical Items
Europe, with its rich history, stunning landscapes, and world-renowned cuisine, is a dream destination for many travelers. To make the…
The Blue of Jardin Majorelle
A well-balanced mixture of French Art Deco and the Moroccan style, the Majorelle Garden is one of Marrakesh’s most appealing…
The Joy of Getting Lost: Advice on Living Abroad
Getting Lost in Italy When you decide to go to another country—not just to see its main tourist attractions, but…
From Agave to Mezcal: An Immersive Tasting Experience
From Agave to Mezcal An Immersive Tasting Experience The perfect way to Oaxaca’s heart is through a mezcal tasting. This…
Acre: an Oasis in the Desert
Acre is not like any other luxury hotel, of which there are many in Los Cabos. What makes it so…
Tea and Tones: The Art of Tea
The “art of tea,” the famous culture of brewing tea, is fundamental in China. Tea is compared to personality. It…
