When we hear the word UNESCO, it always gives us the feeling that the world, despite its fires, and bombs and hatred, we humans will do the right thing - which means turn things around as they are now - and come to our senses. It is a long uphill struggle, but one day,…
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You know, Japan and the Japanese are a truly unique people. Kindness and politeness are guiding stars for the country. They possess a number of deeply ingrained characteristics that are often described as endearing and admirable. These traits are a direct reflection of a culture that highly values harmony, respect, and meticulous attention…
Today we offer a post on Asia, again (this case Japan) where nearly everything is possible and they make sure to make it so. We recently posted a hotel in Japan that is 7.0$ per night. We thought it was a joke, but it certainly wasn't (read more here ) We suppose every country…
Truly, genuinely. Here's something that your editor recently discovered from a tip by my better half. And, unlike most clickbait these days, this content actually does what it says on the label. Even better, it's focused on mature travelers like you and me. As it says "From the timeless charm of…
Time for some wisdom and common sense. Are you ready? "Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward." - Leonardo da Vinci (attributed) How about "The airplane stays up because it doesn't have the time to fall." And one more. "Both optimists and pessimists contribute to our society. The…
And, no, that's not the price. We don't know if this is hedonism, or just plane bad manners. According to Yahoo, These Are the Shortest Flights in the U.S.—and Some Are Under 10 Miles. I suppose if you have money pouring out of your ears, this is simply the next mountain -…
As Sir Winston Churchill once coined, some things are "just a mystery combined with an enigma wrapped in a puzzle" Perhaps we're never meant to know sometimes. Maybe "they" want it that that way. Or maybe this is just my imagination running away with me. One confusing thing that is for sure…
...want to go to it. Welcome to La-la-land. Los Angeles, USA. It still has the punch and the awe and the draw that it's ever had. Just the names have been changed to protect the innocent. Some innocent, some asking for it. But, much like a modern Rome, LA has had…
Man, if there is anything that will get us more excited than trains and planes, it has to be trams. Sad, I know. They're not everywhere, and that's the thing that makes them so beguiling. Thus, being able to find one and ride one is an absolute thrill for transport geeks like us.…
We're forever curious, especially if history is in the conversation. Lately, for us anyway, it feels like the world is opening its virtual kimono: there is so much new information and content appearing all across social media. Our choice is consuming "the real thing" rather than memes and sites like TikTok. …
We asked Gemini when was the last time that the earth and its humans were at peace with each other? Tragically, it didn't provide the answer that we'd hoped, but we'd had little hope to begin with to be honest. The AI tool offered. It's difficult, if not impossible, to pinpoint a specific "last…
One love, one world. Let’s get together and feel alright. (Bob Marley.)
Tomorrow may rain. So, I’ll follow the sun.
When will they ever learn? Signed, we the people.
Are you a Neanderthal, a Wisenheimer Knucklehead, Dimwit or a Chucklehead? Join the club.
Up, up and away . . to history!
Hope alone is not enough to change the state of your life.
One Earth, one chance: let’s make it count!
The world's on fire. There are too many of us. We're not paying the attention that we should. As of Saturday, May 10, 2025, the estimated world population is over 8.19 billion people. The populations are largest in Asia. For example, India: has approximately 1.46 billion people. China has approximately…
Ride on the Peace Train.