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Things to Do in Belém in One Day: What to See and in What Order

November 3, 2026 by Anatoly RobertsLeave a Comment

Belém is where Lisbon keeps its most famous postcards. The Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries all stand within walking distance of each other on the bank of the Tagus, a short ride west of downtown, with Portugal's best-known custard tart bakery in between. That closeness is also the trap. Most visitors do the same loop at the same hour, and by late morning the lines spill down the street. The answer is order, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, Architecture, Art, Bakeries, Beach, Brazil, Bridges, Easter, Film, Fishing, India, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Portugal, South Africa, Technology, Walking tour

Day of The Dead in Cancún: Why We Keep Going Back to Hanal Pixán

November 1, 2026 by Tacos TravelsLeave a Comment

Woman in a Catrina-style costume posing at the Hanal Pixán/Day of the Dead festival in Puerto Juárez, Cancún.

When we first moved to Cancun, Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos in Spanish) was one of those Mexican traditions we had been curious about for years. Our first real glimpse of it came through the opening sequence of the 2015 James Bond film Spectre, with Daniel Craig walking through a spectacular Día de Muertos celebration in Mexico City surrounded by skulls, costumes, giant skeletons and crowds of revelers. We remember watching it and thinking: we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Art, Culture, Dancing, Festival, Film, Flowers, Food and Wine, History, Mexico, Music, Riviera, Spain, Walking tour, Wildlife, Yucatan Peninsula

Mila Rooftop, Glendale California – November 2026

November 1, 2026 by DaveLeave a Comment

This nearly 5,000 outdoor space is located on the top of the upscale Glenmark Hotel on the 7th story. Features excellent and expansive views in all directions of the nearby mountains, Glendale's downtown and beyond. The Mila offers a full kitchen and bar with plenty of comfortable seating throughout the space including at the bar. Besides the excellent service and commanding views, the food is arguably the primary highlight of a visit. We love … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Art, California, Chicago, Drinking, Film, Food and Wine, Los Angeles, Sushi, Walking tour

Where Celebrities Vacation in Mexico and How to Travel Like One

October 7, 2026 by Brandon RobertsLeave a Comment

Mexico appeals to just about every kind of traveler, from people planning a getaway on a tighter budget to celebrities looking for a luxurious escape. When it comes to high-end travel, the country has become a favorite among influential names in film, music, fashion, sports, and other industries. Hollywood stars, musicians, athletes, content creators, public figures, and even members of royalty and diplomatic circles have all chosen Mexico’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, America, Baja California, Beach, California, Caribbean, Celebrity, Culinary travel, Desert, Fashion, Film, Food and Wine, Golf, Hollywood, Luxury Travel, Massage, Mexico, Music, Nightlife, Rainforest

Road-Trip Visibility Checklist: 7 Things to Check Before Driving an Older Car, SUV, or RV

September 23, 2026 by Chin RobertsLeave a Comment

Most road-trip checklists start with tires, fluids, brakes, batteries, lights, and wipers. Those checks matter because long highway miles, summer heat, extra cargo, and unfamiliar roads place more demand on a vehicle than an ordinary commute. There is another part of trip preparation that deserves the same attention: visibility. A vehicle can be mechanically ready for a long drive and still become harder to maneuver once luggage, camping … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Bicycle, Film, Walking tour

Steve Mortimore, Film Location Manager

August 20, 2026 by Teh Chin Liang1 Comment

Steve Mortimore is a London-based supervising location manager with nearly 30 years of experience, known for his work on Napoleon, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, Wonder Woman 1984, and Paramount's MobLand. His credits also include blockbuster productions such as World War Z, Kingsman: The Secret Service, All the Money in the World, and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. Q. Tell us a little about yourself and explain how you got into this line of work … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Architecture, Beach, Bridges, Britain, Cambodia, Caves, China, Culture, England, Film, Florida, France, Helicopter, Hollywood, Iceland, Ireland, Istanbul, Journey, London, Malta

Cultural & Historic Destinations to Explore Across Kentucky

August 5, 2026 by DaveLeave a Comment

Explore New Stops Along the Kentucky African American Heritage Trail (Statewide) Following its 2025 launch, the Kentucky African American Heritage Trail recently expanded with 10 newly add sites across the state. New stops include the Charles Young Center, Isaac Murphy Memorial Art Garden, Lexington Freedom Train Monument and LexHistory in Lexington; the Covington Black History Tour in Northern Kentucky; the Elisha Green Memorial in Maysville; … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Art, Caves, Culture, Film, Garden, Hiking, History, Kentucky, Museum, Music, National Park, Natural History, Shopping Mall, Village

Reels Around the World: How Travel Inspires Slot Game Themes

July 16, 2026 by Joe BrownLeave a Comment

Stand at the foot of the Great Pyramid of Giza just after sunrise, before the coaches arrive, and you'll understand why humans have been telling stories about this place for four thousand years. The scale of it rearranges something in your brain.  Egypt does that to people — the temples at Luxor, the felucca boats drifting down the Nile, the sheer weight of history pressing in from every direction. It's little wonder that of all the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Beach, Casino, Culture, Desert, Egypt, Film, History, Iceland, Luxor, Machu Picchu, Mediterranean, Mexico, Music, Portugal, Rainforest, Restaurants, Sand, Walking tour

Hungary in a Hurry: A Quick Adventure through Enchantment

April 1, 2026 by Dave6 Comments

Soon after landing in Budapest, a friend and I were promptly held in one of several contiguous rooms. People from other flights kept arriving, ultimately packing us in like sardines. One of the more curious souls decided to go talk to the well-armed security guards. Apparently we were under a lockdown due to a bomb threat and we were being held until security until bomb sniffing dogs had made a careful assessment of the situation. After about … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Art, Caves, Drinking, Europe, Film, Food and Wine, Hiking, Hungary, Montreal, Moscow, Restaurants, Spa, Village, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Travel Photography Has Changed, but the Purpose Hasn’t

March 23, 2026 by Jennifer RamirezLeave a Comment

Man taking a selfie while hiking.

Travel photography has changed in the last few years in so many ways. Our cameras, our platforms to share our photos, the type of photos that people want to see, the amount of time people have to look at them, and much, much more. But in so many ways, the basics of travel photography have not changed. Unsurprisingly, people take travel photos for the same reasons they have always done. They do it to record memories of places they have visited and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Architecture, Beach, Cell Phone, Chicago, Fashion, Film, History, Internet, iPhone, Mountain Climbing, Paris, Photography, Singapore, Summer Travel, Sweden, Technology, Travel Photography, Wildlife

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