Eco-friendly explorations of Lithuania involve getting around in shared cars, enjoying the country's iconic dish, cold beetroot soup šaltibarščiai, in innovative plant-based restaurants, and spending the night on an environmentally-friendly farm complex. September 8, 2022. Over the past few years, concerns over climate change have reached peak numbers. Globally, 63% of people believe that climate change is a very serious issue, while 64% are … [Read more...]
See, Shop, Eat in Los Angeles – Insider’s Guide by Daniel Will Harris
When most people think of LA, the very first thing that comes into mind is Hollywood and celebrities. That is a stereotypical way to sum up LA because Hollywood is actually a very small part of a larger whole. As an actor, Daniel Will Harris has been in many movie studios. If you are visiting from out of state or abroad, Daniel recommends Warner Brothers Studio Tour. Unlike Universal, which is literally a theme park with very loud buses that … [Read more...]
5 Amazing Things to Do in Dresden
Growing up on the Elbe in the state of Saxony in Germany is one of the reasons why the city has a special place in my heart. Entertaining yet informative tours around the city created long-lasting memories and a love for my hometown. The Dresdeners are proud of their incredible city that never feels too busy or crowded. If you have a trip to Germany planned, do your best to pay Dresden a visit. These five things to do in Dresden prove the city … [Read more...]
Top Private Tours in Paris
I first visited Paris 20 years ago when my brother and I were taking full advantage of our summer break from college to backpack around Europe for 2 months. This was our first independent trip together overseas and my first trip to Europe; Paris was our first stop. I remember being in awe of the giant monuments, the city's history and falling in love with all the museums and the city's rich history. I've been wanting to return to Paris for … [Read more...]
You Should Experience Goa At Least Once In Your Lifetime And Here’s Why
Goa is the smallest state of India, which is a popular tourist destination as well. There are plenty of beaches in both North and South Goa, where tourists enjoy various fun activities throughout the day and night. Apart from the adventurous water sports, like scuba diving, parasailing, kayaking, and snorkelling; people also indulge in fishing, taking sunbath, bike ride and paragliding on these beaches. There are numbers of famous churches, forts … [Read more...]
Curacao, One of my Favorite Islands in the Caribbean
Our introduction to Curaçao wasn't an awe inspiring inspirational place of stunning natural beauty (for instance a secluded white sand beach framed by a crescent shoreline and aquamarine waters). Rather it was in a rough part of Willemstad, the capital city. A friend and I found ourselves wandering around the dark streets late at night in search of food in a neighborhood near our hostel. We passed walls topped with razor sharp barbed wire - … [Read more...]
Scandinavian Cruise to the Baltic Capitals
A Scandinavian cruise to the Baltic Capitals sat on our travel list for several years, while easier and less expensive trips took precedence. For us to set sail towards our Viking roots, we needed a big occasion—like a 50th birthday. I think of 50 as an easy going innocuous number. It’s neutral (fifty/fifty), romantic (Fifty First Dates), and even sexy (Fifty Shades of Grey). But for my husband, 50 conjured dark and disturbing … [Read more...]
Florida’s Oldest and Largest Flea Market
The Market, as we kids called it, has been in existence as long as I can remember. Looking through the eyes of youth, it seemed huge, with lots of sheds and tables and vendors. To us, it was the perfect playground, especially during the long hot days of summer. As I grew into adulthood, I began to realize what an important role the Market played in the lives of so many, especially the farmers who were its mainstays. The Need to Survive In … [Read more...]
Celebrating King’s Day (Koningsdag) in Amsterdam
Holland celebrated their own King's birthday (Willem-Alexander) for the 3rd year in a row in April 2016. This fun event is known as "Koningsdag" or "King's Day" and is held on April 27, a national holiday in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Two of the Netherland's largest brands, KLM and Heineken, joined forces to celebrate this special occasion in variety of ways including bringing a lavishly decorated bright orange boat to the canals of … [Read more...]
Five Ways Travel Helps Your Writing
Shwedagon Pagoda, Myanmar There’s a plummy quote from Thoreau’s Walden that must open this discussion: “Not till we are lost ... not till we have lost the world, do we begin to find ourselves … Henry David was centering on getting lost in nature there, and thus freed of some of the day-to-day material constraints and pressures, but the message applies well to writers, and to the value of getting “lost” in travel. Value sometimes in getting … [Read more...]
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