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]
High in the Andes mountains, at 8,000 feet above sea level is Machu Picchu, Peru’s most famous archaeological site and one of the most famous ancient treasures. This Inca citadel is hidden between Huayna Picchu (or new peak) and Machu Picchu (or old peak), and on the edge of the Urubamba River. Built by the Inca ruler Pachacuti Inca Yupanqui around the ... [Read more]
Nestled together on the shoreline of the Baltic Sea, the Baltic states are made up of three small countries bordered by Russia, Belarus, Poland, and Kaliningrad (Russia). With UNESCO World Heritage historical centers, architectural splendor, well-preserved cobbled streets and concert halls featuring top-level artists, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, the ... [Read more]
Life was good: a glass of wine in one hand, and a bocce ball in the other, gazing out across a vineyard at the scrub-forest hills of the Carmel Valley. As my wife knocked my ball out of scoring position, I silently complimented myself on the choice to come to Bernardus Lodge & Spa for our first year wedding anniversary. Bernardus Lodge is well-known ... [Read more]
Spain’s capital Madrid is packed with treasures. Trippy user Claire knew she was in for a treat and didn’t want to miss out on the fun. To cut through the madness of planning, she decided to seek advice from other Trippy users. She asked: What are the three best ways to experience Madrid culture? My mom and I are going to Spain in July to celebrate my ... [Read more]
The beach makes the perfect summer vacation destination, but what about in winter? Check out these five snowy beaches! Beaches don’t need to be warm to be beautiful. 1. Bethany Beach, DEBethany Beach is located in Delaware, and home to the Bethany Beach Boardwalk. This ultimate beach destination might require snowshoes instead of flip flops! 2. ... [Read more]