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Doesn't sound like much fun, does it? Why would you want to go to a place that actually has the name mosquito in it? Especially if - like us - you grew up in a place where the annual plague of mosquitos appeared every summer - without fail - and completely ruined your…
This is not an homage to Duke Ellington, but it could be. He proposed that you take the A train, but is this ticket even better? For sure, if you want to discover all of Germany. Starting from May 1, 2023 unlimited travel on many trains and public transport throughout Germany is…
Now, here's something to get excited about. If you have the means ($$$) and the time, then Air New Zealand are your new best friends. They're introducing a new service where Boeing 787s are being refitted to include bunk beds. By 2024, passengers will be able to book four-hour sessions in flat sleeping…
If you think that this post has something to global financial planning sessions, then surprise! As thrilling as that prospect may be, this is an example of organisation, cooperation of a different sort, and one that all of us can experience and enjoy. It's proof that, when tasked, governments can collaborate, be creative…
It's April of 2023. Thus far, there has been no let-up on the hatred and destruction that has plagued our people for the past few years. Between the tensions of the so-called superpowers, and the ideological uprisings centered around religion, it feels like we have stepped back several decades. Sure, this is…
We're lucky enough to live in Vancouver, Canada. It's not perfect, and it's starting to burst at the seams with those wanting to be a part of the scene. It is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and…
If you're of a certain age (like us,) you may long for places or things that remind you of when you were young. In our case, we have a sweet spot for the 1960s. Just last night (for Valentine's Day,) Mr. and Mrs. Matouring ventured to a place here in Vancouver to…
When you think of island holidays, usually Polynesia or the Pacific Ocean leaps into your mind first and foremost, for obvious reasons. Who doesn't love a sunny holiday, where the most effort that you need to expend is just to roll over in the sand? But, as you relax on that beach, you may…
Another update for you on train service in the USA of A. Brightline, the new rail line in Florida, have just released some updated info on their new terminal in Orlando. This new, shiny facility will connect to its existing stop in Miami. We regularly bang on and on about how the…
Our wonderful planet has no end of fabulous things to do, no matter where we are, or how old we are. And there are few things that create genuine pent-up excitement more than amusement parks. The prospect of visiting will always thrill the kids - and maybe even some parents (wallet considerations…
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SEO, HTTPS, PBN, KPI. These are just a few industry terms SEO professionals use every day. Yet if you’re a small business owner or new to the industry, you couldn’t tell you what those acronyms stand for. And, it can seem intimidating to ask. So, what in the world is SEO? What does all…
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If you're a regular reader of our site, you know how much we love rail travel. In these times of climate change, companies and nations are failing to meet their objectives to reduce emissions and embrace renewable energy. Humans - in many places - are addicted to their automobiles.
As we always say, rail…
Wide open spaces. Free to roam. Fresh air. Peace and quiet. As quiet as a mouse. “Listen to the silence. It has so much to say."
But maybe not here. Watch as Tim Traveller poses the question "Today this channel asks another vitally important question: where should I live if I want to have the largest…
No doubt you've heard of Bora Bora, perhaps somewhere in your distant past. But, maybe you don't know too much about it. It sounds intriguing and a little bit exotic, but what's it all about, really? And how do you get there and, once there, even get around? Well did you know that there are…
Politics is never straightforward, and when it comes to ancient laws and customs, it can be even more discombobulated. Not far from Salisbury, UK is a ruin called Old Sarum. Once grand and formidable, it is now a curious and somewhat sad example of where the rich stay rich and the poor . . well,…
Most people who are familiar with US folklore have probably heard of Paul Bunyan, a giant lumberjack and folk hero in American and Canadian folklore.His exploits revolve around the tall tales of his superhuman labors, and he is customarily accompanied by Babe the Blue Ox. He has been the subject of various literary compositions, musical…
Please don't take it personally. You might actually like it, if you give it a chance: blue skies, fresh air. What more could you ask for? In fact, Jill Koch and her husband Jim go to Hell and back. By jet boat. They deliver the mail. Read more here, courtesy of AtlasObscura.com
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