Here are our recommendations for shopping in Barbados, souvenirs worth bringing home with you.
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Shopping in Marseille: Souvenirs Worth Taking Home
Here are our recommendations for shopping in Marseille, souvenirs worth bringing home with you, and patronizing local shops and artisans.
Read MoreDecorative Portuguese Azulejos Tiles: History & Culture Significance
Wander most any street in Portugal, and you’ll see azulejos tiles, those decorative blue tiles on buildings, churches, and homes. At first glance, they seem merely decorative, but a closer look reveals artistic storytelling — a majestic sailing ship navigating the seas, a biblical scene, a marketplace depicting every day life.
Read More16 Incredible Things to Do in Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, a bustling metropolis, is not just busy, it’s also friendly and a paradise for food enthusiasts. And don’t even get me started on the nightlife! It’s a city that truly never sleeps. But don’t worry, Bangkok is typically a safe and welcoming place for travelers. Known as the “City of Angels that never sleeps,” Bangkok is a place of historic landmarks, delicious cuisine, and limitless entertainment options. Getting around is easy with its efficient Skytrain, underground, tuk-tuks, taxis, and even the occasional trundling ancient bus. Whatever your taste or lifestyle, you can find it in Bangkok. If you’re planning a visit, I highly recommend coming during the “cool season” from late November to mid-January when the temperatures are a bit more bearable, around 90 Fahrenheit (36 Celsius) – especially if this is your first time visiting. But the best […]
Read MoreVisit These 10 Amazing Museums in Little Rock, Arkansas
Delve into history, fire up your curiosity, explore creative works of art at these museums in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Read MoreFairy Forts: A Magical Look at Ireland
Welcome to an exploration of Ireland’s intriguing fairy forts—a phenomenon deeply embedded in Irish folklore and tradition.
Read More23 Spooky Spots in London for a Haunted Halloween
The spooky, eerie, and downright creepy, take center stage in October as interest in the paranormal peaks. Here are 23 spooky spots in London to get you started:
Read MoreGouda Cheese & Gouda the Town: Two Dutch Treats to Discover
Ah, Gouda – a delicious cheese that we’re all familiar with! Eat it as it is, on a cheese board, or slice it up and pop it on a sandwich – you simply can’t go wrong. Gouda is named after a city found in the South Holland province of the Netherlands. And the city has a lot going for it, not just the cheese. This post will serve as a primer on what you need to know about Gouda – the cheese name and the Dutch city. So, stick with us as we cover the basics of the city of Gouda, the origins of the cheese, how to pronounce it, and most importantly, how to eat it. With this info in mind, you’ll be primed to dig in to learn – and eat – more Gouda. How to Pronounce Gouda […]
Read More10 Extraordinary Gardens in California
California is home to a wealth of Eden-like gardens. From former estates to public spaces, these botanical gardens offer stunning scenery and educational opportunities.
Read MoreGiacomo Puccini: Historical Sites in Lucca, Italy
Lucca is a walled city in the Tuscany region of Italy. The walls, built in the 16th century, are a popular option for walking or biking around the city. It’s a convenient getaway destination for travelers visiting Florence (about an hour an a half drive) when they want to escape the busyness of the city. We visited Lucca on a day trip while on a Mediterranean cruise, and enjoyed the time we spent there. We had the better part of the day to explore Lucca, which was time to see the highlights, but there’s plenty more to see on a return visit. Lucca is the birthplace of the composer Giacomo Puccini. Puccini was born in Lucca in 1858 and died in Brussels in 1924, and music fans – especially opera lovers – consider visiting an homage to Puccini. While there, […]
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