It’s no secret that Santa favors snow-covered northern destinations, but Maine‘s Christmas capital still may surprise you. The quaint coastal town of Ogunquit—whose name roughly translates to “Beautiful Village by the Sea”—hosts an annual Christmas celebration known as Christmas by the Sea which attracts Christmas enthusiasts from around the United States. Christmas by the Sea…
If you’re a germophobe, it is best to steer clear of the Gum Wall near Seattle’s Pike Place Market. Each day, countless visitors press pennies into discarded wads of gum and affix them to a historic wall. The wall of gum has created a colorful tableau that adds a welcome splash of color to Seattle’s…
Prior to the 1900s, the state of West Virginia was home to hundreds of water-powered grist mills. West Virginia residents would cart bags of grain and corn to the mills to be transformed into flour that could be used for cooking and baking. If money was short, it was not uncommon for customers to trade…
In the late 1960s, an eccentric Florida developer named G.A. “Furgy” Fergason is Homosassa, Florida asked one of his associates to spruce up a rocky outcropping that had been damaging incoming boats. Furgy’s righthand man got a little carried away with his rock beautification efforts and ended up creating a small island. Eventually, the man-made…
Situated in the lush greenery of the Vietnamese city of Da Lat, a fantastical guesthouse known as Crazy House that could easily double as a fun-filled exhibit at Disney World never fails to enchant visitors. Crazy House—which is also known as the Hang Nga, or “Goddess of the Moon” guesthouse—has the appearance of a magical…
Rows of rounded rocks known as the Alabama Hills—which are located just outside of Lone Pine, California—have served as a captivating backdrop for countless films. From the first masked Lone Ranger in the television series of the same name in 1949, to Kevin Bacon narrowly escaping the jaws of a vicious desert creature in the…
Australia is a breathtakingly gorgeous country that is home to an abundance of stunning natural beauty. Port Campbell National Park is one of Australia’s most celebrated natural wonders. Located in the southwestern district of Victoria, Port Campbell National Park features stunning rock formations, miles of picturesque coastline, and plenty of opportunities to view some of…
Rome is celebrated for its ancient stone structures, delectable food, and majestic fountains. Most visitors are unaware that Rome is also home to a peaceful botanical garden that is an excellent place to escape the crowds in one of Italy’s most visited cities. Orto Botanico di Roma features rows of palm trees, a bamboo forest,…
