by Lawson | Sep 4, 2025
Every September, CapeNature—Western Cape’s premier conservation authority—opens its most treasured reserves for a week, granting complimentary entry to day visitors. Bontebok at De Hoop Nature Reserve / Hendrik van den Berg / WIkimedia Commons The 11th annual Access...
by Lawson | Sep 3, 2025
I just published my first note on Substack Notes, and would love for you to join me there! ✈️ What’s in Your Carry-On? When you’re traveling, there’s always that one item you never leave home without. For some, it’s a neck pillow. For others, noise-canceling...
by Lawson | Aug 24, 2025
Beyond the Brochure: Navigating the Risks of Travel After 50 in 2025–2026 by Lawson Brooks There’s nothing like the joy of discovering a new destination—tasting unfamiliar cuisine, standing before historic ruins, or soaking in the rhythms of a place far from home. But...
by Lawson | Aug 23, 2025
It’s not a national park. It’s not a hunting lodge. It’s not a dude ranch. Vermejo is a destination like no other for those who want an inclusive Western vacation that offers history, wildlife, and time in the expansive great outdoors. Situated in northern New Mexico...
by Lawson | Aug 23, 2025
Chattanooga has been named a “Best Town” by numerous lists over the years, primarily for its outdoor amenities. My first visit to this southeastern Tennessee city was a charming surprise, and I discovered their secret: water. Chattanooga was originally founded in 1816...
