The ever humorous Douglas Adams always knew how to turn a phrase. He wrote The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy that sold more than 15 million copies in his lifetime. Given the nature of that book, we're sure he would laugh with us at the irony of it all. As he quoted, “I…
Thanks for the memories. Although this post is devoted to a well-known and beloved chain of US stores, Sears & Roebuck, the brand was - and still is - remembered almost everywhere. If you needed to buy something, Sears was almost always the first stop: they would inevitably have it. In its…
Vietnam never disappoints. But, most travelers tend to go to the "typical places" such as Ho Chi Minh City , Danang and Hanoi. They are all absolutely top destinations and worth your time, if you haven't been. However, in virtually all travel adventures, it's the hidden (or bubbling up) places that are usually…
Wouldn't that be a dream? Imagine walking out of the flight terminal, and then stepping on or off the plane, a plane that waits for you, only steps away. Imagine not having to push and shove to get a good seat, or a window seat. Does this sound too good to be…
Motorheads, unite! We are being heard. Even though the world is pushing toward electric vehicles (which, of course, we support) petrol and diesel vehicles still reign. And, if you're a car fan, the thing is that so many beautiful and singular vehicles have been over the decades, and it would be a…
In the world of aviation, consistency is key - for everyone involved. But, despite all of that, here's a funny / slightly perplexing post about the vagaries and uber-rigid / lax flying terms and conditions that are implemented by airlines, or perhaps by the air authorities. There are valid reasons of course, but…
As we like to do, let's put politics to the side for now and bask in sheer genius, instead. And, not surprisingly, we are featuring China again. The width and depth of their resources, combined with the remarkable can-do attitude and creativity still continues into this millennia. How many countries can boast…
* “Pearls are always appropriate.” So said Jackie Kennedy, and she should know. And as we happened upon this groovy 1960's throwback hotel in San Diego, California, we knew immediately that we should feature it. It's the kind of kitsch, swingin,' happenin' groovy pad that seems to have disappeared from the planet. …
We love The Netherlands. From the tulip fields, to the canals, to the people themselves, the country stands out in not only the European Union, but also in the minds of those who enjoy balanced and open-minded individuals who keep the greater whole in the frame as a model of how to live. …
Sit down and prepare yourself for another post about yet another monster machine that you won't believe until you see it. It's ostensibly a machine made for war, but happily it was never used for that and out of the whole intent and effort, this singular apparatus managed to show the way to more clever…
Who doesn't love potatoes? They're a staple everywhere. They're good for you, plentiful and come in any number of styles and varieties. We love 'em. The National Potato Council (USA) tracks this and while it lags behind a year or two, you can easily follow the per capita potato consumption (currently at 117 pounds…
There are lots of airlines out there in the world, waiting to handle your travel business. And, considering that they're in the business of making money on your travel, they have to be good, otherwise you'll take your business elsewhere, right? This may seem a bit shocking (it was to us) but who do…
Before you launch into song, this has nothing to do with Rocky Horror or any kind of musicals, as good as they are. This is about as far-removed as you can get when it comes to that. No, this post is once again digging into technology, especially the tech of the USA of…
Once again, forgive us for focusing on Frank Lloyd Wright, but how many places or things or activities can be as heart-stopping and forever-memorable as the man's work? We've been visiting and lusting after his efforts since we were in our early twenties, and that's a long time ago. When you take a…
Anyone who lives in the southeast of London surely knows of Croydon, the city that never seems to get any love. And why is that? It has a "reputation," but don't let that alter your wanderlust. There are actually quite a few attributes that you might find interesting. Croydon, located in…
It's been a while, but we're back with another episode of Never Too Small, the fab and clever YouTube channel that highlights how smart humans can be when confronted with predicaments: in this case, small living quarters. We have several episodes on our site, and they always impress us with their ingenuity, creativity…
We’re excited to announce the launch of the European Sleeper Train on Omio! This new overnight train service connects the continental hotspots of Brussels, Amsterdam, Berlin, and Prague. To celebrate a new eco-friendly way to see the continent, OMIO is releasing a new discount code that’s valid on any international train (or bus or ferry)…
Like it or not, after decades of scorn and pushback, followed by love and admiration by many, monster trucks are here to stay, and in some of the least likely of places: specifically Asia and Europe, where some of these behemoths can fill up left and right lanes simultaneously. Still, people seem to…
We're confident that anyone who wants to travel will always want First Class tickets. But, in the decades gone by, even business professionals couldn’t plump the cash for the standard cost of a regular flight, let alone first class airline tickets. At the time, they were sky high (no pun intended.) Fare on…
We write a lot about Mexico, because it has a lot to offer, of course. Sun, sea, food, lovely people and it's a holiday bargain. The country is probably more diverse than you remember and, as you jaunt from city to city, you can see how Mexico is a fascinating patchwork of interconnected…