Travel and Leisure

Bangkok, Thailand: Facts, Travel, and Points of Interest

Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand as known by foreigners; however, Thailand natives refer to it as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon. This is the shortened version of the longer name. The more extended version has a remarkable 169 characters and is used as a tongue twister. The complete title is Krungthe Read More

The Birds of Yosemite

The songs of the Yosemite winds and waterfalls are delightfully enriched with bird song, especially in the nesting time of spring and early summer. The most familiar and best known of all is the common robin, who may be seen every day, hopping about briskly on the meadows and uttering his cheery, en Read More

Zagreb, Croatia: Things to Do, Getting Around, Nightlife, & More

Year by year Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, is becoming more and more popular among tourists. Although many people go directly to the Croatian coast to visit Split or Dubrovnik, Zagreb (which is located in the northwest of the country) has a lot to offer. It is a bustling city with a rich history a Read More

Camping at Chitkul: Last Himalayan Hamlet Near the Indo-Chinese Border

The mystic and the majestic Himalayas have been carryings millions of myths, stories, and legends in its heart. For instance, the Kinnaur region of Himachal Pradesh used to be known as the land between earth and heaven. The people of this village used to be known as Kinnaras, who were believed to be Read More

Baleal and Its Impressive Geology

The picturesque fisherman's village of Baleal is located on a peninsula, connected to mainland Portugal by a stretch of golden sand and a thin stretch of beach.  The clean, unspoiled beaches along with the cool breezes, make it the ideal place to relax and play in the ocean. Enjoy a long st Read More

Torres del Paine National Park: Chile’s Patagonia Crown Jewel

Torres del Paine National Park is located in southern Chile's Patagonia region and is one of the country's national protected forest areas. It encompasses over 2,422 square kilometers and is comprised of many rivers, crystal blue lakes, glaciers, and mountains. The historic towns of Punta Ar Read More