Author Archives: Mark

Kalamata, Greece

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Mark

Kalamata, Greece is on the Peleponnesian peninsula and is the fork in the road that has taken us to our two favourite spots in Greece. When Moe and I went to Europe in 2001, we took many recommendations from Rick … Continue reading →

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Jeju Island, Korea & Juniper Beach, BC

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Mark

A double header today because I just couldn’t decide. In September 2007, I attended a conference on the South Korean island of Jeju. It was a beautiful part of Korea with many gardens and green spaces. Although I was only … Continue reading →

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Italy

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Mark

My first visit to Italy was in 1982 when I travelled through Europe with a backpack, a good friend, 2-1/2 months to kill and an ever decreasing budget. The lowest point of that trip was the day I that I … Continue reading →

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Haida Gwaii – Ninstints

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Mark

Ninstints or Nan Sdins is a World Heritage Site and a part of Parks Canada. It is located on a small island off of the west coast of the Queen Charlotte Islands (Haida Gwaii) in Western Canada. I’m not a spiritual … Continue reading →

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Georgia

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Mark

After my long ramble yesterday, I propose a shorter post today with movies. Go get the popcorn. In late 2007, I was sent to Poti, in the Republic of Georgia to assemble and deploy a small buoy in support. Yes, … Continue reading →

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