In 1909, a riverbank collapse on the River Severn in Gloucestershire, England, led to concerns that a busy canal vital to the flow of goods and services would be compromised if the water level rose any higher. Old ships were intentionally beached to create a man-made barrier to protect the adjacent canal. Today, Purton Hulksβotherwise…
If youβre a ghost town enthusiast, Glenrioβwhich straddles the border of Texas and New Mexicoβis truly the stuff that dreams are made of. Once a quiet oasis in the vast arid landscape of West Texas, Glenrio faded out in the mid-1970s when newly paved Interstate 40 left historic Route 66 in the dust. Glenrio serves…
In the 1930s, a hunter named Douglas Herrick developed a keen interest in taxidermy. A jackrabbit pelt positioned next to a rack of antlers inspired Herrick to craft a mythical creature that would become a Wyoming legend. Herrick christened his creation a jackalope (one part jackrabbit, and one part antelope). Ever since Doug Herrick sold…
Whether youβre heading away with friends or hopping on this yearβs trend for multi-generational trips, planning a vacation for a large group is challenging. Itβs hard enough to agree on a budget, let alone stick to it, and arranging an itinerary that keeps everyone happy is a balancing act at best. Approaching each element with…
The Alsace region of France is known for its quaint villages, dry white wine, and proximity to Germany. The Taennchel rock formations tucked away in the Vosges Mountains in Alsace are a quiet stone sanctuary where you can spend the day slowly ascending a path lined with moss-covered stones. Historical artifacts, the beauty of nature,…
Climate doesnβt just affect what people pack. It shapes daily routines, transport, architecture, and the way time is spent outdoors. Some destinations are defined by how people adapt to cold, others by how they escape heat, and a few sit somewhere in between, adjusting constantly to seasonal shifts. Travelling through these places feels different because…
Travelling in winter goes beyond just enduring low temperatures. The weather shapes daily routines and experiences in ways no other season does. Snow and ice dictate schedules, influence local culture, and often define the attractions themselves. For some travellers, the challenge of moving through frozen landscapes is part of the appeal. For others, itβs the…
Cultural travel isnβt always about monuments or museums. More often, it shows up in habits, routines, and the small ways people move through their days. Some destinations make those differences obvious from the moment you arrive, while others reveal themselves slowly, usually once the initial novelty wears off. Thatβs often when travel gets interesting. This…