by Lawson | Aug 5, 2026
I’m following a narrow sheep path along the cliffs of Bardsey Island, and there is nothing between me and the sea but a hundred feet of air. Below, in the bay, eight gray seals are playing in the water. I can hear their grunts carrying up on the wind. Aside from my...
by Lawson | Aug 5, 2026
Booking a Crystal Cruise that begins in Mumbai, India, crosses the Indian Ocean, and ends in Mombasa, Kenya, gave us the perfect excuse to spend several days exploring Mumbai. We had already traveled extensively through northern India and welcomed the chance to...
by Lawson | Aug 5, 2026
One of the things I love most about traveling in Europe is how easy it is to cross international borders. Along the Mediterranean coast, France, Italy, and Monaco sit so close together that exploring all three in a single day is surprisingly possible. What was it...
by Lawson | Aug 5, 2026
We’re told that deep questions lead to real connection. A newly published study put two strangers in a room, scanned their brains simultaneously, and found that’s only part of the story.
by Lawson | Aug 5, 2026
Letting your emotions get out of control is unpleasant and a sure way to ruin relationships. New research provides tips on how the emotionally intelligent keep their cool.