Modern swimmers might be slightly grossed-out to learn that Victorian bath houses weren't constructed only for popular enjoyment or communal exercise. They were built to literally keep people clean. Most of the factory workers that flooded into cities during the turn of the century didn't have bathing facilities at home. Fear of spreading diseases coupled ... [Read more]
We can all watch movies almost anywhere and anytime, thanks to our ubiquitous mobile devices, but nothing beats the old-school drive-in movie. Here are four places in North America where you can still see a drive-in movie. 1. Georgetown Drive-In, Georgetown, Indiana One of the great things about drive-ins is that they inspire loyalty in a way that few ... [Read more]
Quite simply, if you are one who likes to go on a vacation at your own pace, loves freedom and flexibility, prefers visiting places off the beaten path and enjoys the journey as much as the destination, you will love road trips. Taking a road trip means different things to different people. Road trips are definitely not for those who can’t stand driving ... [Read more]
Norway, one of the northernmost countries in the world, is famous for its fjords, northern lights, midnight sun, mountains, and many other natural wonders. Its capital and largest city, Oslo was named European Green Capital 2019 and is one of Europe’s fastest-growing cities. It’s also one of the most exciting European cities to visit now. Located in ... [Read more]
How would you define “craziest”? Is it steep, like the roads in Valparaiso, Chile with 40-degree gradients? Or is it crooked, like Lombard Street (San Francisco), known as the “Crookedest Street in the World”? Or is it like the ones encountered by Trippy member, Janelle Kennedy: Any road in Israel scares the crap out of me. Not because of the road ... [Read more]
Tahiti is the most populated island in French Polynesia and the location of its capital. Tourists looking to visit should know that the best time of year to visit Tahiti is between May 1st and October 31st. For those who want to visit during the low season, this extends from November 1st to April 30th. Tahiti offers amazing weather ... [Read more]