Tony Giles is a blind and partially deaf adventurer from England who has turned the world into his classroom, He has traveled solo to more than 130 countries across all seven continents, going for everything from bungee jumps to crossing the Arctic Circle and he shares the ride through his ebooks and talks. Q. Tell us about yourself? I am Tony Giles. I live in the Southwest part of the UK. Currently 47 years old. Totally blind from birth and partially deaf in both ears from the age of 5 […]

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Tobias Sweijen and Katarina Bagherian are the founders of Swaphouse, a free home-swapping platform helping people travel more affordably by exchanging homes with others around the world. Tobias is a product manager with a background in digital products, growth and user experience, while Katarina is a product, UX and customer insights leader who helps founders and teams build products people truly need. Together, they started Swaphouse after experiencing first-hand how difficult and expensive it is to find accommodation that was both affordable and suitable for longer, more flexible stays. What […]

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PROVENCE, France – Ride & Seek is thrilled to announce two new additions to its collection of historical cycling adventures in Japan. A new 14-day tour of Hokkaido offers deep immersion in the nature and grandeur of Japan’s northernmost island. And a 13-day Kyushu tour takes in the enchanting islands and inland sea in the south of the country. Throughout the tours, guests will stay in Japanese inns and Western-style hotels, and enjoy traditional cuisine and baths in natural hot springs. The new tours give the company itineraries on the […]

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Harry Mitsidis is the founder of NomadMania, one of the world’s leading communities for serious and “out of the box” travelers. Born in London and raised in Athens, he completed visits to all 193 UN-recognized countries by age 36 and has since visited all of them again, one of four people known to have visited every country twice. He created NomadMania to help travelers track, verify and share their journeys while promoting deeper exploration beyond simply collecting countries. He is widely regarded as one of the world’s biggest travelers. Q. […]

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Securing documents to be accepted overseas is not as straightforward as submitting a translated version. Governments, universities, and courts all over the world have established multi-layered systems to ensure the accuracy and legitimacy of translated records, and in some countries, there are very strict requirements. It’s not just a matter of translation quality. Some countries have special requirements for the translator’s credentials, specific formatting requirements, notarization, or apostille. Even if the translator has a court-recognised certificate, it is possible for a perfectly translated marriage certificate to be rejected outright. The […]

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Ideal for multi-generational travel, golfers, veterans, outdoor lovers, those wanting to celebrate America BRANSON, MISSOURI – May 15, 2026 – Few destinations in the U.S. are as family friendly and patriotic as Branson, a multi-faceted vacation sweet spot that is known for its live entertainment theatres, scenic beauty, celebration of veterans, multi-generational attractions, and its 11 golf courses (including the top four in Missouri). At the forefront this year is America’s 250th Anniversary. Branson is celebrating the country’s milestone as only it can. Here, patriotism isn’t just a description; it’s […]

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Mei Zhang is the founder of WildChina, an experiential travel company that creates immersive journeys across China, developed in collaboration with local communities. She is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of California, Berkeley, researching how the Tea Horse Trail can be reimagined as a contemporary hiking route connecting cultures and landscapes. Q1.  When you first chose the name WildChina, how do you personally define “wild” in the context of China? When we chose the name WildChina, “wild” was never meant to describe China as untouched or remote in a literal […]

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CAPE CANAVERAL (April, 2026) – KENNEDY SPACE CENTER – As NASA prepares for the launch of Artemis II, the first crewed mission to journey around the Moon in more than 50 years, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will introduce “Artemis II: Pathway to the Moon,” a series of never-before-seen, mission-timed experiences beginning March 28, 2026. Offering guests an immersive look at the next chapter of human space exploration, the centerpiece of “Artemis II: Pathway to the Moon” will be a new Artemis II exhibition created by NASA’s Exploration Systems Development […]

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Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell, Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols, Michael Wallis, Vice Grip Garage’s Derek Bieri to lead record-setting attempt (TULSA, Okla.) – There will be no shortage of star power leading off Tulsa’s Route 66 Capital Cruise: Classic Car Centennial Parade on May 30. Oklahoma Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols, best-selling author, Tulsa Hall-of-Famer and voice of Sheriff in Pixar’s Cars Michael Wallis, and founder and owner of Vice Grip Garage Derek Bieri will lead off the largest classic car parade in history as grand marshals. “It […]

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Chasing football, especially during a World Cup Summer, through cities that never sit still has a way of rearranging priorities. I have missed trains, missed meetings and once slept on a bench because a last minute stoppage time goal kept me rooted to a terrace until dawn. The payoff is always the same though, a feeling that the game is less a contest and more a way of reading a city, its rhythms and its people. In Sarajevo a long throw-in became the topic of a bar debate that lasted […]

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Hey, lovers of Southeastern USA road trips. Y’all need to ask yourselves these two questions. Do we love Louisiana? And do we love andouille? Hint, that previous sentence IS how you pronounce the word, so let me repeat  the question: AND DO WE love andouille? The best answer, of course, would be a resounding yes. But to help convince those of you who are unsure, this article helps you discover the Andouille Trail and the many other fascinating things you can do in the Louisiana River Parishes. The parishes of Saint […]

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Yerevan, Armenia – The Republic of Armenia has announced a temporary visa exemption for eligible foreign nationals, making travel to the country easier than ever for residents of 113 countries between 1 January and 1 July 2026. Under the new policy, travellers who hold a valid residence permit issued by the United States, European Union Member States, Schengen Area countries, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait or Oman will be able to enter Armenia without obtaining a visa. Eligible visitors may stay for up to 180 days […]

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Lisa Steinmann is a textile artist, educator, writer, and student of fiber arts. She authors Bad Sauna/Good Stories, a blog exploring sauna as sanctuary and daily practice. She is developing a book examining how textiles have been integral to sauna throughout history — as functional, sensual and creatively considered materials. Sauna bathing and textile-making are intertwined practices rooted in the natural environment and ancestral ways of life. Lisa’s work explores and promotes the potential of textiles to be part of an environmentally sustainable future. Bad Sauna, her family’s backyard sauna in St. Paul, Minnesota, is where she can often be found wrapped snugly […]

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The American casino resort industry generated a record $15.8 billion in gross gaming revenue across Nevada alone in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth. But revenue figures only tell part of the story. The real transformation happening across the country is in what these properties offer beyond the gaming floor. Today’s best casino resorts are full-service destinations combining world-class hospitality, dining from Michelin-starred chefs, spa experiences, golf courses, and entertainment lineups that rival standalone concert venues. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a full vacation built around […]

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