And that's just what they'll do. Our affiliate friends, Time Out are offering / challenging you to get outta the house and back into the world around you. If you're going to moan about it being too tiring, or too long, or too boring, let us re-orient you. We're confident that you'll arrive…
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Relax. This is not another one of those "SHOCK HORROR" posts that crawl along the floor of the internet. It's a somewhat sad story of a changing Japan. And while we've been in much of that wonderful country, there is so much more to see. We're sure you're of the same mind.…
If there was ever an organization that deserved eternal kudos from the rest of us humble earthlings, it has to be the National Geographic. National Geographic occupies a unique space in the global consciousness because it successfully transitioned from a specialized scientific club into a worldwide symbol of human curiosity. In 2026, it remains…
Do you ever feel like you're suffocating, or are trapped in a place where you really don't want to be? The longing for quiet places is not just a modern "escape" from city life; it is a deep-seated biological and evolutionary drive. In 2026, as we grapple with the highest levels of "information noise" in…
Are you one of those savvy travelers who can manage your travel expenses without almost thinking about it? It's natural to lucky you. The rest of us may not have those kinds of brain waves. While travelers usually focus on exchange rates and museum fees, Minimum Wages across Europe are actually a…
As ever, better safe than sorry. Travel insurance for us seniors is always a good idea.
The cost of living keeps going up, although death is surprisingly affordable. Stephen Colbert
“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” — Jim Rohn
“Love your country, but never trust its government.” — Robert A. Heinlein
“The best way to teach your kids about taxes is by eating 30% of their ice cream.” — Bill Murray
“In Iceland, you can see the contours of the mountains wherever you go, and the swell of the hills, and always beyond that the horizon.”
“A castle’s solitude offers refuge for the soul that seeks solace.”
Hello again. We are still in the midst of the Evan's Bears fundraiser. Hello all, we’re back again with the Evan’s Bears charity drive for 2025. We come to you hoping all is well. We’re embarking on another round of fundraising for Evan’s Bears. We will also continue in our series of posts for…
Hello all, we're back again with the Evan's Bears charity drive for 2025. We come to you hoping all is well. We’re embarking on another round of fundraising for Evan’s Bears. We will also continue in our series of posts for the Evan’s Bears events and fundraisers. If you're not aware, Evan Burgess passed…
When the world is spinning around, let's make the best of what's still around. And Lagos is certainly that. Lagos, Nigeria, is a vibrant, buzzing mega-city that pulsates with energy. While it has its well-known attractions, there are plenty of unusual and fun experiences that delve deeper into its unique culture and offer something…
Tick tock, Tick tock, sounds the clock. The planet is not cooling down. Quite the opposite. The current world population is 8,232,458,392 as of Monday, June 30, 2025 according to the most recent United Nations estimates. Most of us know about this existential threat. But most just go on their way, with nary…
“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” – Buddha
“Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race.” – H.G. Wells.”
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”
“I’m so carsick, I’m starting to question my life choices.”