Wow. Things sure do change quickly. Just four weeks ago, I survived my first pandemic flight and told you all about it — the good, the bad, the ugly. In early June, lifting myself off my couch…
Tacky Tourism: You’ll Never Believe How These Atrocities Became Big Tourism Business
What if I told you there is a whole seedy underbelly to tourism all around the world? It’s called “dark tourism” and these destinations typically involve places historically associated with death, tra…
Angry Mobs Are Destroying Historic Monuments Worldwide – Where Does It End?
Well, you’ve heard it said over and over again recently – we certainly are living in unprecedented times. Our nation is not the only one experiencing social unrest as rioters and protesters destroy wh…
The EU Is Opening Their Borders – Just Not To You
Americans are eager to get back to life post-pandemic, and for many, that means resuming their travel plans. You may have a deluxe trip to the Palace of Versailles or an adventurous excursion to the A…
Welcome to the “New Normal” – A World Full of Really Stupid Rules
As freedom lovin’ Americans dust off their boots and get ready to take their annual summer vacation, most are already prepared for the onslaught of safety restrictions, mandatory masks, and temperatur…
A Proud American Traveler’s Guide to Confederate History — What’s Left of It
Our nation’s most current state of social unrest has shown us that human beings are very good at repeating their mistakes. One of the most important ways to avoid the mistakes of the past is to study …
Travel Fare Is Going Wild In Ways You Won’t See Coming
As borders begin to open up and the nation begins reopening from coronavirus closures, stir-crazy travelers are flocking to the airports. You may think with airplane passengers plummeting, airlines wo…
This Tiny Tropical Paradise Destroyed Its Entire Economy over Fear of Coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has caused a lot of people to do some interesting things – like pick up soap carving or becoming a political expert overnight. But none has been as perplexing as the decisions…
Will Cruise Customers Say “No Thanks” to the “New Normal”?
Sailing off to the open seas on a relaxing cruise used to be a bucket list achievement for many travelers. From live musical entertainment and all-you-can eat buffets, to days spent lounging by the po…
I Just Flew Across the Country and Back. It Wasn’t What I Expected.
My three month “house arrest” finally ended last week. I actually got on a plane and flew from Florida to San Francisco – and back again. Like everyone else under government-mandated quarantine, I’ve…
