Helen Hatzis
The Mile High Club: Silly Joke Or Serious Enterprise? The Mile High Club is infamous at the very least. Originally, only real-life pilots could join the elite club. As well, the act only counted if it happened in the cockpit itself. Things have changed quite a bit since the early days, however. Passengers, flight attendants, […]
The sunny island of Singapore is well-known for being a real fine city. Well, if you read between the lines you will probably realize that the word ‘fine’ is more than meets the eye. Fine describes how Singapore is attractive with all her exquisite flora and fauna. However, it also refers to all the fines and penalties passed […]
The total solar eclipse is a rare natural phenomenon that occurs once every few years. On August 21, 2017, those who are lucky to be in the path of totality will experience the earth going dark for a few minutes as the sun aligns with the moon. But if you’re only starting to plan your […]
Prague: Travelling For Beginners Greetings to all first-time travellers planning your first trip into the great big world! You have come to the right place. Maybe you’ve gone on a few all-inclusive vacations before, and now you’re ready to dive into the real deal. Maybe you’ve always had your eyes set on Europe, but simply […]
The Toronto Islands are officially open for business after a long off season and another long couple months of flooding. The water levels in Lake Ontario were higher than they’ve been in a century. This led to flooding along the lakeshore and all through the Toronto Islands. And so, with the islands closed, Torontonians were […]
This year, over 15,000 photographers participated in one of the most influential and recognizable photography competitions in the world. The National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Contest 2017. The competition accepted entries taken in the past 2 years from thousands of photographers around the world. The grand prize winner receives a 10-day trip for […]
The Puzzle Pieces of Prague The many districts of Prague often confound new travelers. Although small and compact, Prague can seem overwhelming to someone not familiar with the different neighborhoods and districts. To simplify, the city is comprised of small and larger chunks, called districts. The districts range from Prague 1 to Prague 10. Within […]
From an outsider’s perspective, Hong Kong may seem like little more than a concrete jungle. This, however, is a common misconception. Hong Kong is actually made up of over 200 separate outlying islands, ripe for exploration! In fact, Hong Kong island isn’t even the largest in the region. Island hopping is a common summer practice […]
Game of Thrones Real-Life Filming Locations Wildly popular, twist and action filled, sexy and terrifying. This is Game of Thrones today. There will always be critics, but there is no denying that both the natural and man made scenic beauty make for a visually stunning experience. Most of the locations on this list are open […]
The 21st century summarized in 3 words is: selfies, millennials and the internet. In a generation where people stand on chairs to get the perfect flat lay of their food, it is refreshing to visit a place deeply embedded with century old culture and values. The island of Java proves that dynasties, monarchs, castles, legends, and kings […]
Twinkle twinkle little star how I wonder what you are… Wonder no more because below are some of the most appreciated spots for stargazing. 1. Arches National Park The desert town of Moab hides a precious gem that rewards those who travel its grounds. As you drive around, every twist and turn will lead you to […]
Tom Jobim was one of Brazil’s most famous artists. He is known for his bossa nova songs such as “Girl from Ipanema” and “Samba do aviã,o” which helped make Rio de Janeiro world famous. In addition to being a composer, Jobim worked as a pianist, singer, and guitarist. He was born in Tijuca and died at […]