‘Tis the season for traditions to steal the spotlight, creating a festive mosaic that makes this time of the year extra special. Beyond the familiar classics like tree decorating and gift exchanges, there’s a captivating realm of unconventional holiday practices just waiting to be uncovered. Let’s unwrap the charm of the top 10 offbeat holiday …
10 Virtual Museum Tours You Can Take From Your Home
During the pandemic shutdowns, many museums innovated by offering virtual experiences to keep art accessible. With travel safety resumed, these online collections are worth revisiting for armchair exploration or trip planning inspiration. Relive 15 top virtual tours: 1. The Louvre (Paris, France) Explore masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and Winged Victory without the crowds! Browse …
Top 10 Adventure Documentaries That Inspire Wanderlust and Courage
Embarking on a thrilling cinematic journey, we dive into a realm where courage knows no bounds, and wanderlust finds its truest expression. Let’s get into the pulse-pounding world of adventure documentaries that push the limits of human exploration. From breathtaking climbs to daring expeditions, each film on this list is a celebration of the insatiable …
The Inspiring Journey of Junko Tabei, The First Woman to Conquer Mount Everest
Climbing mountains is no easy feat. It requires strength, determination, and an insatiable thirst of adventure. Now, imagine standing on top of the majestic Mount Everest, the pinnacle of the world’s heights. This is precisely where Junko Tabei found herself — the fearless woman who dared to conquer the unconquerable, leaving her mark in the …
The Colors of Burano
Burano island is a charming and colorful gem located in the Venetian Lagoon of Italy, known for its vibrant hues, quaint canals, and rich culture. This small island is a photographer’s paradise, with its picturesque streets and houses painted in bold shades of pink, blue, green, and yellow. We just couldn’t stop taking photos, absolutely …
Elena, Matilde & The Hidden Gems of Reggio Emilia
This summer I had the amazing opportunity to go to one of the biggest concerts ever ‘Una. Nessuna. Centomila.’ with some of the greatest voices of Italy from Gianna Nannini, Emma, Laura Pausini and many more. It was held at Arena Campovolo in Reggio Emilia and 100,000 people attended the event. It was my first …
Alberobello: Discovering The Enchanting Trulli
The magical town of Alberobello is one of the most famous attractions of Puglia. It’s the home of the enchanting trulli, hosting the largest collection of white stone huts with conical roofs. Although they have been around for centuries, they are kept in perfect shape as Alberobello became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. …
The Magical Clay Castle of The Valley of Fairies
The magical Clay Castle of the Valley of Fairies in Transylvania looks like a wonderful film set. Not only that the location is beyond beautiful, pristine and wild, but the castle itself looks like a Hobbit House. Mixing traditional and rustic styles with the modern surreal Gaudi shapes, the Clay Castle of The Valley of …
Stonehenge will Livestream The Summer Solstice Celebration
Stonehenge is one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world and every year more than 10,000 people come at Stonehenge to celebrate the summer solstice, which usually takes place on June 21st. The Celebration Druids who wear hooded white cloaks, dancers, hippies and travelers from all over the world meet at the famous …
The Story of Whang-Od: The 106-Year-Old Tattoo Artist
Whang-Od is the oldest tattoo artist in Philippines and the last living mambabatok, which is a traditional Kalinga tattooist. She lives in the small town of Buscalan, in the mountains of Kalinga, creating tattoos since she was just 15. Whang-Od, also known as Maria Oggay, became known to the whole world when Lars Krutak, the American …