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Travel to Spain’s Imperial City: Toledo

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Journey to Spain's Imperial City - Toledo

After two days of trying to find elusive whales on a British ferry in the Bay of Biscay, I needed some solid ground to stabilize my legs as well as some good Spanish food and culture in order to reset my senses. On the docks in Bilbao I picked out a location on a map. On a two-day drive down …

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The Sloughi Dog faces extinction in Tunisia

Sloughi dog faces extinction in Tunisia

Tunisia undertakes urgent and important efforts to protect the Sloughi. An ancient sighthound, the Sloughi holds a unique place in Tunisia’s cultural heritage. The Central Canine Tunisienne estimates that less than 200 purebred Sloughis are left in Tunisia, sparking concerns over the breed’s survival. Since centuries, the Sloughi has been closely linked with North African nomad tribes. Its lean and …

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Parking wars are increasingly locking out the disabled

Parking wars increasingly lock out disabled

Recent discussion on popular Facebook page raised concerns over the number of disabled spaces at the new Carrefour store in Mijas Costa. This has forced drivers with normal mobility to park further away. Some people expressed their frustration at the inconvenience of making a quick run to buy essentials such as bread. Conversation quickly shifted to a more pressing matter: …

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