Fancy a holiday in Sicily? Noto could be your ideal destination. Immersed in one of the most beautiful valleys in Italy, the Val di Noto, Noto is renowned for the Baroque beauty of its historic center. It is located halfway between two fascinating Sicilian cities, Syracuse and Ragusa, and offers you the chance to visit…
In the early 20th century, Chattanooga, Tennessee was a booming train hub. Travelers boarded trains in northern cities such as Cincinnati and stopped in Chattanooga to switch trains or rest prior to heading to southern cities such as Atlanta. Chattanooga’s legacy as a train town is still on display with a train-themed hotel, and a…
In the early 1950s, Italian artist Guido Galletti designed a bronze statue of Jesus Christ that was placed in the Italian Riviera near San Fruttuoso to honor the legacy of diver Duilio Marcante and divers and sailors who lost their lives at sea. Galletti’s statue—known as Il Cristo degli Abissi, or Christ of the Abyss—was…
Imagine a vacation where luxury and paradise intertwine while exploring the stunning Mediterranean coastline aboard a private yacht charter. Renting a yacht offers unique freedom, comfort, and privacy, making it the ultimate way to experience the Mediterranean. From luxurious hotels to breathtaking sights and exquisite dining experiences, a yacht charter vacation promises an unforgettable journey….
Every motorist who has driven past the exit for Zzyzx Road on Interstate 15 in California’s Mojave Desert en route to Las Vegas has wondered about the road’s quirky name. Zzyzx Road—which is pronounced “zi-zex”—leads to a small lake fed by a natural spring, which was once home to a health resort run by an…
There are so many wonderful reasons to travel, from making your world a little bigger to meeting new people, experiencing different cultures and maybe even trying to “find yourself”. But, to combine your wanderlust and desire to travel with your academic goals is – for some – a match made in heaven. Choosing to study…
Minnesota prides itself on being ‘The Land of 10,000 Lakes’ because there are a multitude of lakes and charming lakeside towns where visitors can swim, fish, and sail. One of Minnesota’s loveliest and most interesting beach towns is Grand Marais, which is one part art colony and one part fishing village. Grand Marais is home…
Moving to a new place brings a mixture of excitement and challenge, especially when it involves immersing yourself in a culture different from your own. When moving to or within Florida, you’ll encounter a rich blend of cultural influences, spanning from Latin American to Caribbean. Accept these cultural variations and it will transform your move…
