Mark Twain once wrote in a letter to William D. Howells, “The Dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven not man’s!” There is no doubt that “man” can be unpolished, disloyal, and generally a disaster. If you don’t believe me, then just attend a professional wrestling match and watch the crowd get unhinged! On the other hand, it is easy for us to see how dogs are often loyal, noble, and courageous creatures no matter how…
Some people are scared of flying, some think they are too old to take on a long journey and others of fearful of things that could jeopardize their safety. Just are just three of the reasons that people give for not traveling, but there is no end of others that produce travel fears in people. Whiles having fears is natural, travel fears are stopping people from experiencing other parts of the world. That is an awful shame, as they will…
Everyone should have a bucket list, a list of things you want to do and place you want to go. Travel is usually high up on everyone’s list and for that reason we are going to look at some suggestions for places to visit and reasons to go there. Hopefully, by the end of your reading you will have caught the travel bug, and then you’re on the first flight to ticking somewhere special off your list. Australia We’re going…
If you have a couple of days vacation saved up, you might be thinking about escaping your daily routine and taking a short break. The good news is that there are great budget-friendly European cities you can visit and make the most out of the nightlife, sightseeing, shopping facilities, and attractions. In case you are still undecided, below you’ll find a list of some of the best cities you can consider for your next long weekend in Europe. London London…
It’s one of the most odd countries in Europe. Odd in a good way, in that the Swiss really mind their own business and enjoy what mother nature has given them. Politically and culturally one might consider Switzerland to be rather mundane. How wrong you would be even to suggest that. The mountains provide some of the best peaks in the world and snow as thick as it is pure. Yet if you love your wine and dine experiences, you…
Several years ago, my friend Mike shared a video with me of some insane ride called the Mieders Alpine Coaster. This video showed some wild yellow car zipping down a mountain somewhere in Austria. As this poor soul luged down the mountain screaming, I immediately knew that I had to add the Mieders Alpine Coaster to The Adventure Activities & Experiences List. About The Alpine Mieders Coaster The Alpine Mieders Coaster or the Serlesblitz, as it is also known locally, is…
Salzburg, Austria is often a top destination on most people’s bucket list! As the 4th largest city in Austria, Salzburg was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. When you visit, it is easy to understand why as you seem to get lost in this magical city. Whether it’s exploring the birthplace of Mozart or seeing where Maria of Sound of Music fame had her adventures, you will find a plethora of things to do in Salzburg. Explore Hohensalzburg Fortress Dating from the…
When it comes to enjoying some standout trips in your life, the planning phase is always going to be really important. Travel planning can be really intense at the simplest of times, so when you’re trying to do something bigger and more exciting, you know that you’re going to need to get the details right in order for it to come off. But at the same time, when it is a really big and exciting trip, you kind of can’t…
Photo Credit Wine and travel are two things that have gone hand in hand for years. It is no coincidence that some of the greatest wine regions in the world are also the most beautiful – especially after you have enjoyed a glass or two of the good stuff! In this article, we are going to take you on a tour of some of the iconic countries and regions that are renowned for producing the finest wines. Hopefully, you will…
Located along the Rhine River, Cologne (also known as Köln) is a city filled with history, culture, and plenty to do for any traveler. This is partly due to its 2,000-year-old history rooted in a Roman and French heritage. Then again, it may be that the more than one million residents offer a perfect melting pot of cultures. Residents truly believe in the saying, “Jede Jeck es Anders” (in English: “It Takes All Sorts!”). Whether you are just on vacation…