At this point in time, both Pompeii and climate change are real. Are we paying attention?
Nature & the Environment
Perhaps it should be called Kittilaaahh. With the world ostensibily on fire right now, it is only natural to seek shelter. But where can you go that isn't already overrun with fellow humans thinking the same thing? How about Kittilä? Let's start by setting the setting. Kittilä is a municipality…
Underneath the earth’s crust, there are underground lakes where you can exercise your flippers and your lungs without the crowds, the noise and experience middle earth.
Here is another example of your editor fooling around and ruining his SEO (search engine optimization) statistics, but I can't help myself. I run this site for pleasure, throwing in a little history, a smidgen of humour, and hopefully some enjoyment for you. I make a little money, but I do it for…
There are 8,045,311,447 people are in the world in 2023. Most are active, busy and content. Others sit in their chairs, waiting to make the next big thing. We applaud both types. One hand washes the other, as they say. In many ways, that makes your editor's job a lot…
We've been to Las Vegas many times and, despite our Puritan feelings of guilt, we never fail to have a good time there. Sure, it's insane (using that word in its correct context) and OTT (over the top,) and the powers that be there always have a knack to conjure up something new that…
Guildford, Surrey, UK. Get your virtual walking shoes ready to explore this historic and still very lively place.
America has an abundance of things to see and do. But few are as mind-blowing and exciting as Yellowstone National Park. widely recognized as the world's first national park, established in 1872. Its historical significance, coupled with its natural wonders, makes it a destination that showcases both human and natural history. renowned for…
It it occurred to us recently that there is one place in the world that we have missed, and that’s Appalachia.
Behold another installment of our "Hey Presto!" series of posts. This is where you can sit back, pour your desired beverage and vicariously live the lives of everyday people going about their days, doing everyday activities. These "Hey Presto!" posts make it easy for you to tour the world from the comfort of…
Here's another travel test. How many of you know where Bandipur is? Probably only a handful of people. And that might be a bit sad, as it probably won't be as many people as it should: the world is like that: so big with so much to explore. Let's…
We love to feature these EarthCam videos / slice of life scenes from all across the globe. Set up by enterprising web geniuses, they rig their cameras to something stable, plug them into their computers and et voila, you're there. Today's webcam is Casino Pier South Seaside Heights in New Jersey, USA. …
Back in the olden days of the electric interwebs, the whole intent of the thing was to share. Commerce came along later and that was that: making money became more important than making friends or making a difference. Of course, if you work hard with good intent, then fortune - if not…
Those of you who know where Ulaanbaatar is, raise your hands and congratulations on being a world-aware citizen. For those who don't know, Ulaanbaatar is in Mongolia. When the name Mongolia comes up, what do you think Mongolia might be like? If you picture yaks and onagers, you're partially right. Do…
America sure loves to use "scary / threatening" monikers when it comes to naming places, sometimes. Scarville, Iowa. Hell, Michigan (we've been there.) Bitter End, Tennessee. Hurt, Virginia. Tombstone, Arizona. Bad Axe, Michigan. Dead Women Crossing, Oklahoma. (there are some funny ones, too. Bacon Level, Alabama. Booger…
You can always trust the Nordic people to think about ways to save the planet. They've been doing it for decades. They are surrounded by nature and, as such, they take care of their "home." Environmental consciousness is deeply ingrained in Nordic culture. These countries have a long history of valuing and respecting…
Some people have it tough. After huffing down one Mai Tai after another, they roll over the edge of their sun-chair and into a mouthful of sand. What to do? Well, order another Mai Tai to get rid of the sand, of course "Oh! but, where is my wallet?" It's floating…