Author: Christian Murdock

With its turquoise waters, sandy beaches and tropical temps, the Caribbean tops the list of many travelers. But for those who never have ventured abroad, leaving the mainland for a foreign, non-English-speaking country can be unsettling. That’s one of many reasons why Puerto Rico stands as a perfect destination. The island, situated in the Atlantic…

Missoula, Mont. – Situated in the heart of downtown, Rockin’ Rudy’s sells items ranging from candles and music to toys and T-shirts. “Montana, the last best place,” “God bless the freaks” and, of course, “Go Griz” for the local university’s sports teams are among the myriad messages displayed on stickers inside. But, for me, one…