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Botanic gardens are wonderfully vibrant places where we connect people to plants in myriad ways. Not only do gardens provide respite and beauty to our visitors, but they play an important role in

People are often surprised to learn that the Venus flytrap ( Dionaea muscipula), a beloved and world-famous carnivorous plant, is native to the Southeastern United States, specifically the subtropical

I was born in Mexico City; my family and I arrived at the U.S. when I was just 8 years old. Eighteen years had passed since I’d been in my native country, but last May, I finally returned to Mexico to

If you're a garden enthusiast looking for a one-of-a-kind travel experience, then consider attending the Festival of Flowers, Feria de Flores, in Medellin, Colombia this August with the Gardens. This

On my first trip to Oaxaca, I could not have anticipated the depth of culture, the colors, the food, the history and the energy, all shared openly by the locals at every turn. The colorful streets of

Experience four glorious days of art, culture and cuisine: Mexico City and beyond. For most travelers, Mexico City is not on their bucket list. Typically, people choose Cancun before anything else. I

In October 2021, in conjunction with Reefs to Rockies Travel, I will be hosting a group of travelers on a tour of Brazil’s Estrada Real, or Royal Road, from Oct. 3-11. In the 17th and 18th centuries

Colorado wildflower lovers know that the Rockies seem to have a super bloom every year in the high mountains. The Himalayas likewise have a reliable super bloom in the summer months—with a rather