Located about an hour north of Phoenix and cradled in the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains, Castle Hot Springs is a landmark resort that has been captivating visitors since the late 1800s. The region itself has a history that dates back thousands of years. For indigenous Native American tribes, it was a place to assemble,…
Beauty, luxury, and ease describe the Corinthia Lisbon. Step inside to experience first-class hospitality with a relaxed elegance. Originally a family-owned hotel, Corinthia Lisbon has maintained the core philosophy of its founder, Alfred Pisani. If you’re seeking a five-star hotel in Lisbon, you can’t go wrong here. Though it is not in the historic…
One of the most important things we can do to protect our environment is to find ways to reduce waste and move towards a more waste-free lifestyle. Waste is problematic on a number of different levels. But perhaps the two most obvious are the fact that it pollutes the environment and uses up our planet’s finite…
[Updated 11/7/22] Making recycled Christmas decorations at home is a fantastic opportunity to slow down and savor the holiday season. It gives us a chance to spend some quality time with our family and friends, not to mention avoiding the ever-increasing consumerist trappings of the holiday season. Using waste materials for our homemade holiday crafts is even…
In general, if you’re from a developed country with a long history and you want to visit another country abroad, the immigration requirement is simple: show up with a valid passport. These “visa upon arrival” arrangements are more common than not. It is good to know which countries require you to do something in advance…
Living in India may not have the same universal appeal as moving to Ecuador, Portugal, or Thailand does, but it might belong on the short list for adventurous people who love a good value. India can be one of the cheapest places to live in the world if you do it right and for some…
Do you think this itinerary is a lot with the # of days I’ve allocated for each country? I am a fairly fast and efficient traveler, but would love your advice in regards to travel time, etc. Finland 4 daysSweden 3Denmark 3Germany 12Belgium 3Netherlands 4Czech Republic 4Austria 4Hungary 3Croatia 5Turkey 5Greece 8Italy 16Switzerland 4France 13Spain…
There are plenty of hotel options in Ashland, Oregon. If you are looking for a mineral waters retreat, taking the waters at Lithia Springs Resort in Ashland might be the place for you. This Southern Oregon property is the size of a boutique hotel, but the grounds are expansive. This getaway destination in Ashland is…
First impressions go a long way in the hotel business — and the Hyatt Regency San Francisco makes a big one. Reportedly the biggest hotel lobby in the world, the atrium stretches 17 stories. It’s an arrival you won’t soon forget. At the center of the lobby is a massive sculpture titled Eclipse by Charles…
I have yet to make it to Poland—the closest I’ve been is seeing it from the other side of the river in Slovakia. So this article on the cost of living in Poland is a guest post from Polish native Agness Walewinder of eTramping.com. Take it away Agness! Moving to a foreign country for whatever…
