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Cathleen Calkins

About Cathleen Calkins

Cathleen Calkins is a California-based freelance writer and photographer. After a decade-long stint in the big city, she spends much of her time mainly in mountain environments skiing, hiking, cycling, trail running, and soaking in the quirky rhythm of high-altitude culture. The rest of the time she travels to obscure destinations in search of serendipitous experiences. To see more of Cathleen’s work, visit www.cathleencalkins.com.

6 Authentic Russian Dishes to Try in St. Petersburg

Borscht

If hearty, sustaining foods, shaped by tradition define your ideal feast, then a visit to Russia is in order. The sheer size of the country has characterized the varied tastes found throughout the land and Russia’s northerly position necessarily dictated the type of crops grown; namely those that flourish in cold climates.

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November 8, 2012 by | 0 Comments

Alaska Road Tripping: 6 Stunning Drives

Copper River Fish Wheels

Big, bold and beautiful, Alaska offers road trippers wildly scenic adventures and trip-of-a-lifetime drives. If you long for lonely stretches of highway and the opportunity to spot wildlife, then an Alaska road trip delivers in spades. Alaskan highways hold some of the best kept secrets when it comes to experiencing our North American frontier. Here are six Alaskan top drives.

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August 1, 2012 by | 1 Comment

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