Summer is just around the corner, and many Americans are getting ready for their next beach trip. However, few people enjoy extra busy beaches, even if there’s a good reason why tourists flock to them. Researchers with vacation rental company Florida Panhandle discovered the most crowded beaches in the United States. Many of the beaches…
Despite having flown since I was 2 years old – my first flight ever was from the East Coast of the United States to Singapore – I recently developed a fear of turbulence. After a very bumpy ride to Florida on the tail end of an electrical storm, my subsequent flights were filled with nerves,…
Regardless of where you stand on what’s causing global sea levels to rise, it’s undeniable that our coastlines are getting smaller. A study using data from the European Commission suggests that by 2100, we could lose nearly half of the world’s sandy beaches to rising sea levels. That said, not all coastlines are shrinking at…
In 1974, tipping was a feel-good gesture. Fast forward to 2024, and many Americans feel pressured to leave higher tips than ever before for services that have already become pricier due to inflation. Americans know they pay high tips. But how do our tipping practices compare to other countries in the world? Hawaiian Islands crunched…
Searching for a splash-tacular outing with your loved ones? Delight them with an adventure into the wonders of the deep blue sea at one of the best aquariums in the United States. From South Dakota to Massachusetts, Aquarium Store Depot determined the ten most beautiful aquariums to add to your next trip itinerary. Aquatic lovers, rejoice!…
There’s never been a moment in America’s relatively short history when we didn’t have at least one major enemy. Often, we’ve had far more than that. Though we may love our country, the rest of the world doesn’t always love us back. Our policies and ideologies have inspired foes that range from giant world powers,…
Whether you’re gearing up for an international escape or a local road trip, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the thrill of travel. But before you hit “book” on that next well-deserved vacation, be mindful of these red flags to steer clear of online travel scams. Avoid being one of the many Americans who…
A U.S. passport can take months to process. But if you don’t want to wait that long and put your travel plans on hold, you’re in luck. Americans can travel to these seven destinations without a passport. 1: Puerto Rico Known as “the island of enchantment,” the tiny island of Puerto Rico sits approximately 1,000…
The English language is widely spoken in both Canada and the United States. But if you visit our neighbors to the North, you might have a hard time following the conversation. Words like “gitch,” “gonger,” and even “double-double” are sure to leave Americans scratching their heads. How many of these Canadian terms had you heard? …
Have you ever heard of “land subsidence”? For residents in certain coastal cities, land sinkage is a pressing issue. What causes sinking land, you ask? In the ten cities highlighted in this list, the phenomenon has less to do with natural climate cycles and almost everything to do with human activity: Buildings that are too…
