Siddhartha Gautama, aka the Buddha, lived sometime between the 6th and 4th centuries B.C.E. Soon after, communities began to follow his teachings, and temples dedicated to Buddhist prayers and learning were built across the Asian continent. Today, there are around 500 million practicing Buddhists all over the world, and it's no surprise that Buddhist ... [Read more]
Open-air museums or ethnographic museums, according to UNESCO, are institutions that reenact the everyday life of the people from bygone years. Also called living history museums and folk museums, most of the exhibits are outside, and not just inside a building. Check out our selection of 10 best open-air museums in the world that showcase authentic ... [Read more]
I’m not always in the mood to shop, but that doesn’t mean I don’t shop. When I travel with my sister Angela, her top priority is shopping. She’s always having a list of things to buy for her friends, her kids, and her husband. When asked which are her favorite places to shop in London, she’ll still say Fortnum and Mason and the stores on Oxford ... [Read more]
Have you ever regretted not visiting a famous landmark or not eating a particular food of a destination? I certainly regret not visiting St. Vitus Cathedral (located within Prague Castle) in Prague. The door was shut unbeknownst to us on the day we visited Prague Castle. Trippy user Sloan Smith knows how it feels to miss out, so she posted a question to ... [Read more]
Jamaica offers a buffet of dishes that define the island and its people. Here’s a list of 10 that are worth trying on a visit to Jamaica: 1. Jerk chicken Probably the most well-known dish in Jamaica, jerk chicken is a spicy grilled chicken dish that may have originated from the Taino people, but perfected by African slaves in the 17th century. Jerk is ... [Read more]
When we hear about California, it’s usually concerning celebrities or beach side fun, but this state is actually one of the most diverse and visually appealing locations in America. This is due to the presence of countless different types of landscapes, climates, and tourist attractions. The best places to visit in California lie within ten of its ... [Read more]
