A rocky expanse in County Clare, Ireland, known as the Burren, is home to a stately 5,000-year-old tomb that served as an active burial site for over 600 years. In the mid-1980s, an archaeologist named Ann Lynch excavated the striking stone structure that has captivated locals and travelers for centuries. In recent years, Poulnabrone Dolmen—as…
Welcome to the exciting revolution in travel, which holds the key to reducing your carbon footprint. As we explore a future powered by sustainable energy, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a player redefining borders and distances. Are you part of this global transition? Embracing electric vehicles not only brings clarity to your eco-conscious decisions…
Traveling can be a thrilling adventure, but it also comes with its own set of risks. One of the most precarious risks is needing medical care while away from home. What happens if this medical care goes wrong? You may find yourself in an unfamiliar place, dealing with an unexpected medical crisis. This blog post…
Traveling after 60 is more than just a bucket list activity; it’s a means to discover new cultures, make lasting memories, and enjoy life to the fullest. Whether you’re seeking relaxation on a beach, an adventure in the great outdoors, or a cultural enrichment in historic cities, indefatigable traveler Victoria Gerrard La Crosse WI shares…
In the 16th century, the Tremayne family began cultivating a lush garden at Heligan Estate in Cornwall that blossomed into one of the most celebrated green spaces in all of England. Prior to the outbreak of World War I, Heligan Estate employed 22 gardeners who tended to a pineapple pit, tropical flowers and ferns, and…
Traveling is fun, but maintaining your style during long trips can sometimes feel like a challenge. Whether you’re going on a cross-country road trip or jetting off to a far-flung destination, looking put-together while living out of a suitcase is entirely possible. Here are some quick tips to still look chic and feel confident while…
Whether meandering along coastlines solo or pedaling across countries with groups, bicycle travel unlocks immense freedom in discovering the richness of places at the pace of human power. The growing popularity of adventure cycling taps the universal wanderlust spirit within. Why Travel with a Bike? Before diving into logistics, here’s why traveling with a bike…
In the 19th century, British surveyor Charles Kettle superimposed an orderly grid that had worked well on relatively flat terrain on a towering hillside in New Zealand. Thanks to Kettle’s misguided efforts, a residential street in Dunedin known as Baldwin Street has a 19-degree slope. Guinness World Records determined that Baldwin Street’s nearly 35-degree gradient…
