Are you planning a road trip soon? Do you dream of yourself behind the wheel of an RV, racing against the trees and mountains? Have you been picturing all the amazing sights you could see driving an RV? If this sounds like you, you’re probably wondering how you can rent an RV. Typically, renting an…
After legendary horror writer Stephen King published his novel “The Shining”, the Maine native decided to ditch his adopted home of Colorado. Stephen King’s creative instincts were urging him to return to Maine. In 1980, Stephen King purchased a spooky Victorian mansion located on West Broadway in the shadow of downtown Bangor. The stately Victorian…
Pete Nelson has had a passion for treehouses that dates back to his childhood in New Jersey. Nelson’s father constructed a whimsical treehouse in the family’s New Jersey backyard. As Nelson grew up, his love of treehouses continued to grow stronger. After attending college in Colorado, Nelson founded a construction business that was dedicated entirely…
In order to pass the time, veteran Huang Yung-Fu decided to beautify the dull, grey Taiwanese village that he called home. Huang Yung-Fu’s neighbors—also fellow veterans—were beginning to leave in droves. Huang Yung-Fu had settled in his neighborhood after fighting in the Second Sino-Chinese War and the Chinese Civil War. Several neighborhoods in Taiwan were…
For some, hiking can be a daunting outdoor activity. Many fear the cold weather, the idea of being away from the convenience theyβve gotten used to, etc. But, itβs actually a fun and healthy activity to try to reconnect with nature, your loved ones, and even with yourself. If you want to get rid of…
The world is full to the brim with places that are awe-inspiring. A family or an individual who is planning a vacation has a string of options to choose from. The options range from culturally vibrant cities Asian continent, incomparable hospitality of the Middle East, natural magnificence of Africa, tranquility in Europe, to the vibrance…
When most people who are relatively unfamiliar with the Pacific Northwest think of Washington state, the first things that come to mind are snow-covered Mount Rainer, or the majestic Cascade Range. One of the most stunning sights in all of Washington State is lesser-known Lake Chelan. Located in the shadow of the North Cascades, royal…
In the days before trains, planes, and automobiles medieval towns had to rely on sturdy, towering walls to protect their populations from hostile invaders. Countless remnants of formerly grand defensive rampart walls are scattered throughout Europe. One of the most stunning examples of a fully intact rampart wall is in the Tuscan town of Monteriggioni….