The United States of America is a place of many contrasts. But, do you think it as of an ancient civilization that – 1000 years ago – had that parties that went on for days? Likely not. Thats Mexico, isn’t it? Cohokia, was home to the largest pre-columbian city north of Mexico. The city was occupied for seven centuries as…
One of the biggest pleasures of traveling Europe is the food. Every country has traditional and unique dishes to try, giving us the inspiration to spice up our own home cooking. While we can’t get out to Europe’s food markets to pick up culinary ideas and souvenirs, let us help you to taste your destination by guiding you through 9…
If you’re a traveler, you’ve likely taken at least one cruise in your life. And, chances are good that you may have boarded a Viking Cruise ship: they are some of the best and most forward-thinking cruise lines in the world. But, Viking goes beyond by also informing and entertaining us with their ongoing Viking.tv online events. As well as…
If you don’t travel much to the APAC (Asia Pacific) regions, you may not know that they have an airline alliance much like the rest of the world. And you may not know their carriers. But, here they are! Value Alliance is the world’s first pan-regional low-cost carrier alliance comprising six Asia Pacific market champions. Its members — Cebu Pacific,…
There is a new option for women travelers who want to feel worry-free when they travel. Golightly is a private travel club for women providing a safer space to list and book vacation rentals and home-shares within a vetted community. All properties are only listed and booked by a verified member, but she can travel with whomever she chooses. There’s…
The modern-day relationship between Canada and the United States has always been a good one. Nearly always peaceful, the two countries share many similarities: language, laws, trade and more. Cross-border travel is another. The width of Canada and the USA are immense, 7069 kilometres from the west to the east, to be exact. Getting around can take some time. Both…
Well, that Elon Musk is always doing something. Whether it’s the reading the entire Encyclopaedia Britannica at nine years old, selling his first company for $307 million, founding PayPal and creating Tesla automobiles and starting SpaceX to send humanity to infinity and beyond. One of his passions is transportation, and his Hyperloop system is well underway. This ambitious program looks…
Europe is often looked upon as a model of efficiency. With nearly 750 million people living in a relatively tight space, they need to be. But, Europe has also been the mother of invention there. Spain created the spacesuit. Iceland created the power transformer. Ireland created the submarine . . . and more. One modern and practical thing that Europe…
It’s no secret that aircraft manufacturers and airlines are constantly looking for better solutions to make our flights safe and comfortable. As the world changes, more and more people are flying. The aircraft are -sometimes – more comfortable, more fuel efficient and more safe. Most airline seats haven’t changed since the 1970’s. 99% of all Economy Class seats are fixed…
You can dance if you want to . . . In December Alaska Airlines introduced The Safety Dance, taking the Men Without Hats’ classic and applying it to air travel during the Covid-19 pandemic. To celebrate joining the global OneWorld alliance , Alaska Airlines has released a new version of their Safety Dance featuring cameos by employees and executives from…
Like so many worthy things, the game of chess continuously phases in and out of our collective consciousness. It certainly has its allure, and once you’re couched in the skills that you need, it is always there for you. And, in many ways, it’s an international language. But did you know that there is a chess hall of fame? It’s…
Some 2,700 years ago in the ancient city of Sam’al, in what is now modern Turkey, an elderly servant of the king sits in a corner of his house and contemplates the nature of his soul. His name is Katumuwa. He stares at a basalt stele made for him, featuring his own graven portrait together with an inscription in ancient…
With extreme temperatures and landscapes, extreme living, and some extremely wrong perceptions from outsiders, Mongolia is one of the most complex places—and Mongols one of the most misunderstood people—in the world. Conversations about the weather, the great expanse of the country, and the traditional nomadic lifestyle dominate talk of Mongolia, and it’s understandable. Temperature variations of +100°F are not uncommon…
There’s something about being in the western United States that brings out the crazy in people. Between Area 51, Las Vegas, Nevada you will never fail to be amazed at what some business models look like. And yet, they prevail. And now, may we introduce The Clown Motel. It all started in 1985 when Leona and Leroy David built this motel…
If you’re a regular reader of our site, you’ll notice that we feature content about Richard Branson and his Virgin empire. He never sits still – his latest venture is a Mach 3 airliner. And he always tries to instill a feeling of fun in all that he does. With that in mind, did you know that in the 1990’s,…
Many of us approach dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant as almost a religious sabbatical. Our best trousers and dresses, shoes shined, hair recently coiffed, we cross the hallowed threshold into a world of inconceivable bliss. And, the next thing you know, the entire month’s paycheck is accounted for. Well, it’s time to wake up. It turns that out modern Michelin…
This looks grueling. Put on your best pink tutu, peacock feathers or Viking hat and get ready to run – and drink! Held on 11 September in 2021– just in time for wine harvest – the annual Marathon du Médoc brings contestants to more than 30 vineyards in the wine region of Médoc in France, north of Bordeaux. They’ll stop…
Meet The New Concorde – Virgin Galactic Mach 3.0 Supersonic Jet. Richard Branson is always pushing the envelope and, in this case, that means literally. He has already embarked on his edge of space efforts, his land-based Hyperloop and his resorts and cruises are legend. But, now he is heading into the next frontier with his new Supersonic Jet. The…
This is worth taking a special trip, especially if you love retro mid-century-modern design like we do. MCR and MORSE Development have reignited the magic of Eero Saarinen’s landmark 1962 TWA Flight Center at JFK Airport, restoring and reimagining it as a first-class hotel. At the center of the hotel is Eero Saarinen’s iconic TWA Flight Center, where restaurants, bars and retail outlets have taken flight.…
If you really want to get away, then we have the place for you. Those in the know realise that Colombia is now shining in the sun, again. Most of its troubles are in the past and it is fast becoming a top destination. Lovely, friendly people, an endless array of activities throughout the country, and world-class food, wine and,…
