My Trips
Athens is Where History Comes Alive
Mar 2012
From the Parthenon to plaka tavernas – discovering 2,500 years of history in Greece's timeless capital.
Beijing: Ancient and Modern Collide
Nov 2010
Solo adventures and culinary surprises: My journey through China's ancient capital.
Rocky Steps to Niagara Mist: Our American Dream Summer
Jul 2008
From Philadelphia's founding history to New York's towering ambition and Niagara's thundering power – two travelers discovering America's greatest hits in the heat of summer.
Spires, Peacocks, and Perfect Pilsner: Falling Under Prague's Spell
May 2008
Where medieval clocks still tick, white peacocks roam baroque gardens, and every cobblestone street leads to another reason to never leave.
A Very English Christmas: Chasing Winter Light Through Ancient Stones and Empty Streets
Dec 2007
When London's tubes stop running and the crowds disappear, England reveals its most authentic winter soul – from Stonehenge sunsets to Brighton's wild shores.
Jetons, Babushkas, and Golden Domes: My First Ukrainian Adventure
Oct 2007
A traveler's tale of getting wonderfully lost in Kyiv in 2007, where metro tokens, helpful strangers, and underground flowers led to love and a lifetime of memories.
My Books
Messengers of Peace
A powerful novel about love, resilience, and the unbreakable spirit of the Ukrainian people in the face of war.
The Way of the Stars
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A powerful journey of transformation along the ancient Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.
Connected Scout Leadership
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A comprehensive guide for Scout Leaders in Australia and around the world to develop exceptional leadership skills and create meaningful connections with youth.
Stefano Tempesta
Wanderer, photographer, and storyteller exploring the world one adventure at a time.
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