Margot Bigg

6 days ago | travelagewest.com | Margot Bigg

I stood in silence, watching the Sunday liturgy unfold at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Tbilisi, the capital city of Georgia. In the middle of the church, a group of clergy members read passages while people of the congregation lit thin beeswax candles, each passing the flame to the person next to them to create a long glimmering chain of illumination.

1 week ago | lonelyplanet.com | Margot Bigg

When most people think of West Coast beaches, they think of California. After all, it’s the Golden State beaches that inspired the Beach Boys ballads and surfer-dude stereotypes that have become an integral aspect of Americana. Oregon and Washington have plenty of spectacular beaches, too, and while frigid Pacific Northwest waters might not inspire most people to swim, they certainly offer incredible scenic beauty.

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Margot Bigg

The Grocery Store Rotisserie Chicken Customers Choose Over The Rest May Amaze YouThere are days where you just don't feel like cooking. We've all been there. But you don't want to spring for delivery, and the idea of eating a …

1 month ago | lonelyplanet.com | Margot Bigg

Although the US is reputed to have less bureaucracy than many other countries, anyone who has gone through the passport application or renewal passport may tell you otherwise. While obtaining a US passport isn’t the most straightforward experience, it doesn’t have to be daunting. Here’s what you need to know about applying for – and making the most of – a US passport. How do I get a US passport? All US citizens are eligible to apply for US passports.

Nov 28, 2024 | travelagewest.com | Margot Bigg

While many travelers head to far-flung corners of the globe in search of culturally engaging experiences at remote properties, the Pacific Northwest offers plenty of Indigenous-owned hotels where clients can immerse themselves in other cultures — and in nature. From sleek wellness retreats in the middle of the forest to wilderness getaways designed to bring guests closer to nature, here are five of the finest Indigenous-owned properties in the Pacific Northwest.