Does imposing the death penalty lower rates of violent crime? What economic policies will lead to broad prosperity? Which medical treatments should we allow and encourage to treat novel diseases? These questions have a few things in common.
They bear important consequences for us all, and so policymakers and the public would like to know the…
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When you land at an airport, there often only seems to be two states of being once you arrive: "run-run-run" or "languish-for -hours."
How many times can you walk up and down the concourse before losing your mind? Or how fast (and how far) and which gate do you need to run to in order to…
All apologies to Ella Fitzgerald. England is surrounded by water. And, as you might imagine, there are rivers and streams that course through the country. Some are tiny and some are navigable. Even better, some are big enough to accommodate boats. And even better than that, some of these boats have beds and kitchens and…
First, they want an Xbox. Then they want a car. And now they want to roller-skate in an airport! What's next? Well, the rather great TWA Hotel at JFK Airport in New York (we wrote about them here) are actually featuring exactly that - A 50-minute skating session costs $20 per adult and $16 for…
British author and playwright Patrick Leigh Fermor said of the Peloponnese region of Greece in his novel Mani: Travels in the Southern Peloponnese, “Passing by, you see Mani in three days, walking in three months, and in order to see its soul, you need three lives; one for the sea, one for its mountains and…
Hey, Parrotheads! Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau, the Bahamas' newest luxury island escape, is making its debut July 2021 on the eastern end of Junkanoo Beach. When you close your eyes and dream of the perfect island getaway, what do you see? Palm trees, softy lapping sapphire waves, white-sand beaches, and sunshine? Fantastic accommodations with a…
Almost everyone loves a cruise. The sea, the waves, romance. Even if you get seasick, the allure is strong.
Cruise lines are very smart and very alert to what people want on a cruise.
One constant is booze. There would be no cruise without booze.
But check out these on-board bars that take it to another level. Pull…
The European Union is a marvelous thing. Twenty seven united countries. Almost as many different languages, customs and levels of advancement. An estimated total population of about 447 million.
One of its main tenets is to make all countries equal, with good social health and freedom for all. Equals among equals. And it does a good job…
Ahhh, New York. The city that never sleeps. But fear not, you won't have any sleeping problems whatsoever when you stay at the Walker Hotel Tribeca. An established hotel for decades, the property has had a complete refresh: clean design, minimalist décor, an excellent location (Tribeca is one of NYC's hippest destinations) and prices that…
A bleached-out Greek island hangout with a beach-club atmosphere; an 18th-century castle in the Loire Valley already making waves with its vineyard; a slick spa hotel in Italy’s outdoorsy Dolomites; a glossy food-focused hotel in a surprising Polish city – the best new hotels in Europe are better than ever. Read more courtesy of CNTraveller.com…
For decades, Berlin has been one of the hippest places in Europe - and likely the same - in the rest of the world. A real alternative the norm. As Germany's capital, and a global city of politics, media, culture and science, Berlin is home to some of the world's most fascinating historic attractions, culturally…
The p-factor is the dark matter of psychiatry: an invisible, unifying force that might lie behind a multitude of mental disorders. The voices told him that he was God, and Oliver believed them. Only 17 years old, he was special, chosen, a higher being whose wisdom and intelligence were beyond compare. Psychiatrists, however, labelled these…
Our affiliate friends, Club Med, have made lots of changes during the pandemic, and they (and we ) can't wait to tell you about them. This post is about the gorgeous Seychelles. The resort is on the private island of Sainte Anne in the Republic of Seychelles, the island’s first resort and newest Exclusive Collection…
If you spend any time on our site, you will know of our unabashed love of the architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. His influence on architecture and design are still preeminent to many designers, architects and builders. When you enter one of his creations, you will never forget it. Sadly, some of his work has been…
Un poco loco = a little crazy Covid-19 Are you tired of sitting around the house, but am not sure when or if you can travel? One option, of course, is just to bite your tongue, suck it up, etc. Vancouver? Toronto? New York? Another idea - sensible and not expensive - is to treat…
If you've been to London, you'll know that it is almost mandatory to visit Harvey Nicols (or Harvey Nic's) as it's known to locals. Since Harvey Nichols first opened in Knightsbridge in 1831, it has led the way in sourcing the most desirable and cutting-edge designer brands. Recognised as the UK's premier luxury fashion retailer,…
Trains, planes and automobiles. There's no getting around getting around. In this day and age, trains are the past, present and future. There can be only a few competitors to rail when it comes to sustainability and simple common sense. That's why they are the default mode of transport in so many countries. Mother Europe…
As if you need any encouragement to visit the glorious island of St Lucia, we have further tasty reasons might you might want to stay at a certain place - Fond Doux Eco Resort. The reason? Chocolate. Located within the UNESCO World Heritage site of Soufriere Saint Lucia on a historic 19th-century working cocoa estate,…
When people outside of Asia think of Buddhism, they tend to think about just philosophy and meditation. Buddhists are often said not to have gods, wars or empires. Their religion isn’t about ritual or belief, but a dedicated exploration into what causes suffering and how to end it through meditation and compassion. Although there’s some…
Let us clarify that you won't get the blues when you take a Viking cruise down the Mississippi river. But, this article is all about being there. Stretching for 2,350 miles down the United States, from Minnesota's Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexico, Viking cruises on the "Mighty Mississippi" offer a different type of…