Nor Squamish, for that matter: Have fun wherever you go! Let's visit Beamish. Beamish is located in County Durham, in the northeast of England. It is a small village situated about halfway between the larger cities of Durham and Newcastle upon Tyne.
Beamish is a destination for fun because it is home to Beamish,…
Noooo. It's Butlins! We're all about fun. And we're all about history. Put them together and the fun never stops. There was a period in history where more and more families were seeing more and more money in their bank accounts. This also aligns with them having more children who…
We're not trying to make you go, oh no, no no. But, if love is in your heart for almost everything, we have something here that is nothing but wonderful. Imagine watching a crumbled mess of a building almost be
miraculously transformed into a place anyone would want to stay in, let alone…
Boy, there's a stigma that needs to go away, pronto. Delhi, India is as big, bustling and modern as any world-class city. The old stereotype of crumbled architecture, barefoot residents and non-existent infrastructure is old hat. Delhi has established itself as a top world city by shedding its old stereotypes and embracing modernization, driven…
Moldovan-run villages Based on an analysis of the socio-economic situation in Moldova, the phrase "Moldovan-run villages" can be interpreted as referring to the typical rural villages that make up the vast majority of the country's territory. These communities are the heart of Moldovan culture, but they also face significant challenges.
On the plus side,…
Oz is one of those places that everyone wants to visit, and that's no surprise, when you consider the depth and breadth that the country has to offer, even if it is rather far away from where you might be at the moment. Why is that? Perth's unique character as a travel destination stems…
In case you think this post will end up being a sales pitch, we promise that it will be (of sorts) but will also thrill you to pieces when you see what its all about. We were squealingly surprised when it landed in our in-box. As you'll obviously see by the title of…
History is peculiar. Is it correct? Is it real? Who are the victors, and why? Lots of questions. Luckily, we have the will, the brains and, nowadays, the technology to separate the wheat from the chaff. One bit of history that has persisted for many decades in American history is…
That's history, sometimes. Especially if "the victors" win. And they usually do. The rest of us usually only find out much, much later. A good example is Chungking Mansions. Ring a bell? Likely not. Things like the subject matter here often submerge into anonymity, never to be referenced or…
What makes Monaco such an exhilarating experience? Is it the wealth, or the history or even the views. It's all of that and more. But when you want to scale the height of heights and you can't quite find your way into the exalted gambling dens, lush restaurants and the sheer aroma of…
It's not enough that cats already think they own the world, and that includes you, human minion. How dare you think otherwise? So, probably the last thing that the cat world needs is a Cat Museum, but who can resist? So, of course, someone has come along and created just that. …
Strange how music can - in 180 degrees - completely reorient what you're doing at the time. The good thing, we guess, is that the music is - if you're lucky - something that transports you to another place entirely than the place where you are. Of course, other music does quite the…
The pull of the Danube River is indeed a powerful mix of romance and history, stemming from its unique role as a cultural artery that has shaped the heart of Central and Eastern Europe for millennia. Its appeal is rooted in a combination of its grand scale, its physical beauty, and its function as a…
Nope. Not a typo. This is not about flying buttresses, even though they are super-cool on their own. No, this is about an average British chap simply doing his job and then, all of a sudden, hey presto! He's a hero. The driver who 'jumped' his bus over the Tower Bridge…
Yes, Yucan Yucatan! Or loads of other fabulous locations, too. You won't run out of things to do!
The Yucatán Peninsula is an exciting and out-of-the-ordinary place for a holiday due to its unique combination of ancient history, natural wonders, and vibrant modern culture. It offers experiences far beyond a typical beach getaway.…
We history buffs sure have it good. In "olden times" discovery of impressive historical finds was a crap shoot at best, or a defeating adventure where the curious ended up with nothing in hand. Still, we tip our hats to those adventurers of yore who piqued our interest of history and gave…
We can't help it. If it's rail, we're there. Those of you who have stuck with us over the years know what we're talking about: rail travel. Do a search and you'll find dozens of posts here about this most intelligent mode of travel. A few years back, we featured…
Or have they? We love YouTube. Not only for what it offers, but also how it opens doors to the planet. Your editor is of an age where history is a big feature and, also, a reminder. The other day, a video popped up (above) showing Iran in the 1940s. (see above.) …
Or both? Bring euros. They're welcome and so are you.
Note: some of this content was featured in a previous: post, but much of it remains the same. Now back to now! While several Chinese cities exhibit European architectural or cultural influences, Harbin is often cited as the most visibly European city due…
UPDATED. Forget your F16 fighters, your advanced weaponry, electronic warfare, cyber warfare, and information warfare. You know nothing. Ancient technologists would just laugh you out into the street. When you watch the video above, you'll see what we mean and you will certainly be humbled. Meet The Murud-Janjira fort in Maharashtra, India.
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