Neon lights bring to mind the glitz and glamour of show business, seedy late nights on the Las Vegas Strip, and retro businesses doing their best to get customers through the door. In 1981, a collection of artists decided that the neon lights of the world were an underappreciated art form that deserved their own…
The imagination of luxury hotels and expensive restaurants often overshadows the simple truth: travelling doesn’t have to empty your wallet. Country Helper, a service specialising in travel advice, proves that a frugal approach allows their clients to not only save money, but also enrich their experience by getting to know the culture and locals. Despite…
If you fly in an airplane over Winslow, Arizona and look out the window, you will spot a single large moon-like crater in the desert. The crater was caused by a sizable meteorite that smashed into planet Earth approximately 50,000 years ago—when mammoths and mastodons were as plentiful as coyotes and deer. Arizona’s arid climate…
Imagine the sun kissing your skin as you glide across crystal-clear waters, the gentle breeze whispering promises of adventure, and the freedom to explore hidden coves and secluded beaches. This idyllic scene isn’t just a daydream – it can be your reality when you own a boat. Beyond being a mode of transportation, owning a…
During the Bronze Age (1100-800 BC), a group of people known as Celts lived in Ireland. Celts believed that forces such as wind, rain, and even moonlight were associated with spirits that had the power to grant favors to humans—if said spirits were treated with respect. Bronze Age Celts built structures—such as stone circles that…
Nestled within the captivating landscapes of the American Southwest, Zion National Park stands as a testament to the raw beauty and unspoiled wilderness of nature. Away from the noise and distractions of modern life, Zion offers a sanctuary where people of all ages can immerse themselves in the wonders of the outdoors. Zion signifies ‘sanctuary…
Among our favorite places to soak up some rays is Croatia, one of Europe’s most picturesque nations. Even now, Croatia is among the most popular tourist spots in all of Europe. You really must see this beautiful tiny nation, which has beautiful mountain villages, blue seas, and rough rocky terrain. There are activities here for…
The sunny desert city of Jodhpur in India is famous for buildings that are as blue as the sparkling waters of the Caribbean. Local lore states that Indian priests known as Brahmins painted their houses blue to signal their ties to royalty and their high social status. Some historians theorize that the copper sulfate in…