The word “dessert” was first coined back in 1539, and is derived from the French word “desservir,” which means to "clear a table." Today, 500 years later, dessert is universally loved, regardless of the country or culture. Check out these 10 desserts from around the world: 1. Alfajores in Uruguay and Argentina Alfajores are soft sandwich cookies ... [Read more]
There is nothing that Team Trippy loves more than hearing from our awesome members about how Trippy has helped them. We decided to reach out to some of our users to learn more about the various ways the Trippy community has inspired and helped them when they travel. Today, Trippy Community Member Serena McClain shares with us how Trippy helped transform ... [Read more]
Odessa, a coastal city located on the northwestern shore of the Black Sea is Ukraine’s most prominent commercial seaport and an important tourism hub. It was founded in 1794 by Russian Empress Catherine the Great because of its strategic location as a Russian naval base and port on the Black Sea. This third largest city in Ukraine started as an Ottoman ... [Read more]
Photo by Becca Tapert on Unsplash A vacation sans kids and your significant other is probably what you need now with your girlfriends. We have a list of eight best American resorts for a girls getaway where you get opportunities to strengthen your friendships with your gal pals. And time to explore a new destination while you eat, sleep, play and relax. 1. ... [Read more]
“Lately, the world felt fragile, like a blown egg, as if it might shatter beneath a careless touch,” wrote Kim Edwards, author of The Memory Keeper’s Daughter. In 2005, a careless backpacker started a camp fire that quickly spread and ravaged 40,000 acres of reserve land in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile, one of the most beautiful and remote ... [Read more]
Check out these stunning and dangerous waterfalls across the world. These waterfalls and high in height and death counts. 1. Angel Falls - VenezuelaThis waterfall is located at the end of Mount Auyantepui in the Canaima National Park of Venezuela. This stunning waterfall is over a sharp rock wall and has a height of 979 meters. 2. Victoria Falls - ... [Read more]