“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]
In 24 hours, you can’t see everything in Stockholm, but you'll have enough time to get a taste of the “Venice of the North” built around 14 islands. Here’s how you can spend 24 hours in Stockholm without missing out on the must-sees. Stay at a centrally located hotel Find a hotel that is close to all the major attractions, restaurants, and shops. ... [Read more]
Photo credit: Havasu Falls by Jeremy Bishop at Unsplash Summer is in full swing in the northern hemisphere, and no vacation is complete without a day at the beach or in a local swimming pool. A dip in a refreshing cold pool on hot summer days can do wonders for the body. But if you’re worried about the chemicals including chlorine in the pool, why not ... [Read more]
You know all those massive, opulent mansions you catch glimpses of in TV shows and movies? Surprisingly, many of them are actually real! Historic mansions in the UK are used in hundreds of films and shows - can you recognize where you've seen them? 1. Chatsworth House - North Derbyshire Image: kev747/Flickr Image: Nigel's Europe/Flickr Perched on an ... [Read more]
Photo credit: Pixabay An island surrounded by palm-covered motus (islets), Bora Bora, is one of the most sought-after tropical paradise islands in the world. Boasting of natural beauties like crystal-clear blue lagoons, coral gardens and lush tropical slopes and valleys, and overwater bungalows that are the blueprints for romance and luxury, this island ... [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]
