Mount Airy, North Carolina was the birthplace and childhood home of actor Andy Griffith. Believed by many to be the inspiration of the fictional town of Mayberry in the Andy Griffith Show, the community holds an annual celebration allowing fans to come together and reflect on their favorite characters and moments. “Mayberry Days“ takes place […]
Driving Across the United States
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Driving across the United States is a great way to truly see the country. You miss so much by flying, and driving not only allows you experience the changes in scenery, but also the differences between people. Some make the trip for work or to relocate, while others do it simply for the adventure. No […]
Sitting in The Last Row of Coach
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Have you ever boarded an aircraft to find that you were assigned the last row of coach? Many of us have been there and although there are the many well known questions and annoyances: “Will I hear the toilet flush the entire flight? Will people be standing with their backside in my face? Will my […]
Five Scenic Fall Drives in America
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The fall foliage months of September, October, and November provide an excellent backdrop for some very scenic drives throughout America. It’s this time of year when the deciduous tree leaves reach maturity and change color before falling to the ground. While there are many road trips out there, here is a list of five excellent drives. Skyline […]
Costa Rica Travel Guide
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Costa Rica is a Central American country that lies entirely in the tropics and is boarded by the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea. With a wide range of habitats, this nation is one of the most diverse areas on earth. From rainforests and beaches to volcanoes and swamps, its natural beauty is endless. Home to […]
Dublin Travel Guide
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Serving as both the largest city and the capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin sits on the eastern coast of the country and is bordered by the Irish Sea. Founded by the Vikings in the early 9th century, this became one of their largest settlements outside of Scandinavia. Although a fairly small city in […]
Vietnam Travel Guide
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Situated along the eastern edge of the Indochinese peninsula, Vietnam is one of the most beautiful countries in Southeast Asia. This nation offers a wealth of cultural delights as well as a wide range of stunning scenery. From the mountains in the North to the narrow waterways of the Mekong Delta in the South, it’s […]
Buenos Aires Travel Guide
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For centuries Buenos Aires has been the gateway to Argentina. As the country’s capital and largest city, it lies on the southern shore of the Rio de la Plata. Knick named the “Paris of South America,” its rich European flavor is evident in the culture as well as the architecture. The locals are frequently regarded […]
Cancun Travel Guide
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Cancun is by far one of Mexico’s top tourist destinations. Drawing more than 3 million visitors per year, it offers everything you could want in a tropical beach vacation. It doesn’t take long to see why this place is often called the Spring Break Capital of the World. From its white sand beaches to its huge nightclubs, there […]
Paris Travel Guide
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Some know it as the City of Love, others call it the City of Lights. No matter how you refer to Paris, you have to call it beautiful. As its nation’s capital, Paris sits on the Seine River in the heart of France. Covering an area of area of 460 square miles, it is not […]
New Zealand Travel Guide
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New Zealand is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Nowhere else will you find so many geological features within such a small area of land. From picturesque mountains to sandy beaches, lush rainforests to deep fiords, there are numerous rewarding vistas to be gazed upon while visiting this enchanted land. Lying in […]
Brussels Travel Guide
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Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the centre of government for the European Union. It’s the country’s largest city and brings in around six million visitors a year – although 70 percent of these come for business. The city is divided into the two main areas of Lower Town and Upper Town. The […]
