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Sens. Marshall, Ernst, Feinstein, Gillibrand: The world deserves a thorough review of the pandemic; Congress must set up a COVID-19 commission

December 28, 2021 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The pandemic has dramatically altered our society, economy and public health systems, creating an imperative to do everything in our power to prevent and prepare for a future crisis. One key step in preventing another pandemic is getting to the root of how this one originated.

Amid the pandemic, why did we forget how to drive?

December 1, 2021 Todd DeFeo

It’s not entirely clear why a pandemic might lead to more bad driving, but some days, taking to the roads seems to be more dangerous than attending a super spreader event without a mask.

Literally, the buck stopped here

August 18, 2021 Todd DeFeo

One of the fascinating places to visit in Key West is the Truman Little White House.

A walk through the quiet streets of Atlanta

August 17, 2021 Todd DeFeo

I almost forgot how much I enjoy looking up at architecture, especially in the debacle that is 2020 and 2021.

And you think we’re capable of fixing healthcare?

July 16, 2021 Todd DeFeo

It will be hard to improve healthcare in this country as long as healthcare systems are this inept.

Finding the quirky gems

June 15, 2021 Karen Gershowitz

Ferreting out authentic local experiences and out-of-the-way quirky places is one of the great joys of traveling.

Can we at least agree on this?

April 29, 2021 Todd DeFeo

No political party has a monopoly on scenic vistas. There aren’t red state views and blue state views. There are views worth seeing.

Meet your neighborhood bartender, the actor

April 23, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Kraig Dane acted in his first play in the sixth grade, but at the time, he didn’t realize it would be the start of a career.

Looking back at Christchurch and exploring the whole story of a destination

February 22, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Exploring places means sometimes looking at the less than idyllic parts of its story. As the world pauses to remember the deadly 2011 Christchurch earthquake’s anniversary, my thoughts turned to that resilient city.

In COVID, taking a moment to think about places visited

February 9, 2021 Todd DeFeo

You don’t need me to tell you the COVID-19 pandemic has been disheartening. As someone who loves to travel and explore, it’s made me think about the places I’ve visited, the people I’ve encountered over the years and the experiences I’ve enjoyed.