We’re living amid a photo-obsessed culture. An article by Business Insider said, "people will take 1.2 trillion digital photos by the end of 2017", with the majority taken on smartphones. In 2017, I snapped over 8,000 photos while traveling in 12 European countries. How about you? Did you contribute to the 1.2 trillion digital pictures in 2017? Whether ... [Read more]
First and foremost, staircases, whether straight, spiral, bifurcated, curved, L-shaped or U-shaped, are designed and built to provide access between floors or to the top of a structure. However, to many architects and engineers throughout the centuries, staircases were works of art, engineering marvels, and a means to an end. For some artists, plain public ... [Read more]
Summer brings an exciting series of things to do, and ice cream sits at the top of the list. What’s better than ice cream on a hot summer day? A vacation in Europe and visiting some of the best ice cream shops in Europe. Whether you’re looking for a historical and timeless or a comfy and elegant place, here are seven to try: 1. Luculus, ... [Read more]
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]
Ditch the tedious driving from place to place. Pick a base and explore on foot, bike or use public buses and trains in one of these European destinations for a city break. 1. Reykjavik With just over 200,000 people, Iceland's largest city is exceptionally tranquil compared to London or Paris. It's a magical city, close to the sea, geysers, glaciers, ... [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]
