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Reverse Culture Shock

by Molly The idea of reverse culture shock is one that is taught at various study abroad seminars, and is discussed by avid travelers who have been away for months at a time. When you are on the road or getting used to…
Would You Visit a Starlight Reserve?

In a day and age where most people living in large cities can't remember the last time they saw a starry sky, much less the Milky Way, it is interesting to hear about the idea of a starlight reserve. In the small town o…
Crazy Laws from Around the World

by Molly We've all heard that some places have some pretty crazy laws. But have you ever taken a minute to look at the different laws that every region of the world has at one point written into their legislation?…
My Alternative Spring Break in Costa Rica

by Molly When you think of spring break, you generally think of the beach, an umbrella drink, crazy parties and drunken nights. But what if you were to do something meaningful with your spring break this year, and m…
Hungry for Adventure? Top Fun Foods Factories in the US

by MollyI would never really think of planning a trip around seeing a food factory, or any sight of this sort. But, when I was looking around at different places to go, I found this list from Kayak.com. They both map ou…
Dining out in Buenos Aires

by Molly Buenos Aires was once described to me as the Italy of South America. It is elegant, fun and offers amazing dining, parks, museums, and a culture much different than the rest of the continent. When I arrived in…
Belgium: Land of Food, Beer and a Great Time!

by Molly If you like to eat, drink and be merry, you should definitely think about taking a trip to Belgium! Not only do they have some of the best beer in the world, they also boast amazing waffles, chocolate and mussl…
Cool Travel Gadgets

by MollyEverytime I go on a trip, someone always has something that I really wish I would have thought of before leaving. It always seems like a weird/unnecessary idea at the time to buy some of the latest travel gadget…
Shark Diving in the Bahamas

by MollyMy family and I like to think of ourselves as more of the adventurous travel types. If there is a more adventurous option on an itinerary, that is most likely the one that we will all agree upon. So, on our firs…
Some of the World's Most Interesting Buildings

By MollyOn your travels, it is always interesting to see the architecture in the places that you go. It makes for interesting pictures and unforgettable sights, and some places just seem to have incredibly unique buildi…