You pull into the beach parking lot. The kids tumble out and race toward the water. But on the beach, colorful flags snap in the wind near the lifeguard station. You think, time to check the meaning of those beach flags before anyone gets wet. These color-coded flags tell you the current water conditions. The...
Luxembourg has shown a shift towards more progressive transport policies over the years. In 2020, under the leadership of the left-wing Socialist Workers’ Party and the Greens, Luxembourg made public transport free. Luxembourg City, home to 110,000 residents with a further 400,000 commuting into the city for work, suffered from severe traffic congestion. Many people...
Each spring, Oregon’s Lost Lake seemingly vanishes magically, at least to those unfamiliar with this geographical phenomenon. The stunning alpine lake only exists due to the rain and melting snow filling the basin every winter. But as the seasons change, the water drains away and a lush meadow takes its place for the summer months. ...
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has implemented new restrictions that will affect millions of travelers who use cordless hair devices. This particular focus on cordless hair devices is due to some devices potentially containing harmful materials. Materials such as gas cartridges and butane canisters are not permitted on flights. These changes, announced in August 2025,...
From next year, January, Southwest Airlines will drastically change how plus size travellers fly. The airline plans to implement a new policy that requires “plus-size” passengers who cannot fit within their seats’ arm rests to purchase an extra ticket before boarding. This marks a significant departure from Southwest’s long-standing customer-friendly approach that made it a...
There is nothing like exploring a new city in a far-flung country for the first time. When we think of travelling, it is the moments spent watching sunsets on exotic beaches, meandering down cobblestone pathways in a little village, or walking around a bustling metropolitan city that come to mind. However, a large part of...
Imagine going on a beautiful holiday with your close friend and your children, only to be sexually assaulted and humiliated. For one woman, this was her unfortunate reality. While on vacation, the British mom was assaulted while parasailing in Tunisia. What was meant to be a relaxing time turned into a nightmare, one that she...
On Saturday, August 16, Flight DE 3665 from Corfu, Greece, was forced to make an emergency landing after the Boeing 757 plane’s engine caught fire after take-off. The plane safely landed at Brindisi Airport in southern Italy. One passenager on the craft claimed “I sent goodbye texts,” fearing this was their last moments. Others held...
Planning for a holiday can be a stressful endeavor, and even more stressful when planning flights. Budgeting for flight expenses always seems like a gamble, with the safest bets being on over budgeting to protect you from those hidden expenses. For many years, European travelers wishing to fly often were met with costly surprises on...
The gorgeous Pacific island nation of Tuvalu faces complete submersion by 2050. It becomes the first country on Earth forced to permanently evacuate due to rising sea levels caused by climate change. Sea levels around Tuvalu have risen 15 centimeters over the past 30 years. For perspective, that is one and a half times higher...
Canadians have long enjoyed a warm global reputation, often seen as polite, respectful, and easygoing. This friendliness has translated into travel perks, with many countries showing Canadians more hospitality than Americans. Whether it’s a welcoming smile at the border, better treatment at resorts, or a general sense of goodwill, Canadians often find themselves embraced more...
Despite major advances in satellite imagery, GPS technology, and digital mapping tools, large portions of our planet remain only partially understood. While cities and highways are visible in sharp detail, many remote and rugged areas lack high-resolution mapping due to their inaccessibility. Dense rainforests, harsh polar regions, and deep ocean trenches all present serious challenges...
