TRAVEL AND WANDER

DETROIT, THE MOTOR CITY: I was born and raised in and around Detroit and as I get older I realize just how lucky I was to grow up in an international city known for architectural wonders, cultural stimulation, great dining options, Motown music, museums, nature, and proximity to Canada. Detroit, the Motor City has attractions galore. Enjoy Detroit! Here's a little Detroit History: The French word for Detroit is le Detroit, which means "strait." Detroit sits on a deep river named the Detroit River with spectacular views of  Windsor, Ontario, Canada. DETROIT was founded by French explorer Antoine de La Mothe Cadillac and about one hundred settlers on the 24th of July, 1701. Detroit was the first European settlement above tidewater in North America,   What started off as a fur trading city in the 1700's turned into a thriving hub of commerce and industry, eventually turning into a booming auto industry. attracting thousands of people with different ethnic backgrounds who

Today I've survived a major snowstorm that has dumped two feet of snow and brought icy road conditions, high winds, and frigid Arctic temperatures. I was able to walk two hundred yards to a local Mexican cafe to get a burrito and now all I can think of is that trip I took to Cancun, Mexico long ago. Cancun, a Mexican city on the Yucatan Peninsula that borders the Caribbean Sea has impressive turquoise colored beaches, and a numerous amount of resorts and nightlife. At this current moment in mid January it is 79F/26C in Cancun, a perfect temperature for boating, sunbathing, swimming, and walking along the beach. With its swaying palm trees, vibrant coral reefs, and unique archeological sites, Cancun is an ideal place to relax and have a sunny vacation. Top Things To Do In Cancun: 1. Sit on the beach with a refreshing beverage or find a hammock to swing on when you're not swimming in the beautiful turquoise water. 2. Spend time at Nichupte Lagoon, a paradise representing a vast a