[Updated 11/25/2019] By the beginning of 2014, science had found the Higgs boson (a.k.a. "the God particle), put a rover on Mars, and created a robotic hand that allows amputees to actually feel Keep Reading
20 Symbols of Christmas: The History & Meaning of Traditional Christmas Decorations
Christmas has been celebrated as a Christian holiday dating back to A.D. 336. But it has also become an international phenomenon whose widespread popularity supersedes both its religious and Keep Reading
10 Green Products for a More Eco-Friendly Home
As the sustainability movement continues to gain mainstream steam, more and more people are looking for simple ways to live greener. The problem is that most people don’t know how to start going Keep Reading
2019 Atlanta Christmas Events: 50+ Things to Do For Christmas in Georgia
[Updated December 2, 2019] Everyone knows that we're passionate about ecotourism and nature conservation. But unless you’re a long-time reader, you might not know that our family is Keep Reading
The 35 Best Daypacks for Travel
As frequent travelers who aren't into long-distance trekking, a good travel daypack is arguably the most important piece of travel gear we take on our trips. After all, once we reach our Keep Reading
The 20 Best Places to Spend Christmas in the USA
Although many of our blogging friends enjoy traveling to Christmas destinations around the world, we personally prefer a classic Christmas at home with our families. We really get into the Keep Reading
Exploring Doune Castle, Scotland (aka Castle Anthrax, Castle Leoch, etc)
I've dreamed of visiting a place like Doune Castle, Scotland ever since I was a boy. It started when I was 13, after I was cast in a theatrical production of Excalibur! The Story of Young King Keep Reading
30 Facts About The Mongolian Horse (a.k.a Przewalski’s Horse or Takhi)
Almost everywhere you go around the world, horses are a source of great wonder and intrigue. They're often depicted as the embodiment of freedom, galloping through wide open spaces with impressive Keep Reading
The Secret Petra Treasury Trail (The Ultimate Petra Tour)
[Updated 11/3/2019] I cried tears of joy when we visited Jordan's ancient city of Petra, not long after we ascended a secret trail to a cliff looking down on the world-renowned Petra Treasury. I Keep Reading
30 Recycled Christmas Decorations & DIY Christmas Crafts to Make
[Updated 10/29/2019] 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 Keep Reading
The 25 Best Places to Spend Christmas in Europe
With the rapid rise of mass tourism, summer travel to Europe has become increasingly problematic. Record-breaking heat, record-breaking visitor numbers, and horrific tourist behavior are leading Keep Reading
The Ultimate Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica Travel Guide
We’re on a boat, speeding down a river in Tortuguero National Park towards our Tortuguero hotel, Mawamba Lodge. This pristine 77,000-acre protected area is at the heart of efforts to conserve the Keep Reading
The 15 Best Camping Tents for Families
Growing up in a lower-middle class family in Atlanta, we didn't really have the money to take vacations. In fact, I don't remember anyone in our working class neighborhood doing much traveling. So, Keep Reading
The Ultimate Rio Dulce, Guatemala Visitor’s Guide
The Dulce River, or “Sweet” River, is one of the most overlooked places to visit in Guatemala. Popular Guatemala attractions such as the colonial city of Antigua and the ancient ruins of Tikal Keep Reading
The Culture of Myanmar: History & Traditions of Myanmar People
Travelers who visit Myanmar are sure to be immediately struck by the richness of the country's culture. The culture of Myanmar can be both seen– thanks to the plethora of beautiful pagodas Keep Reading
How Gorilla Trekking in Uganda & Rwanda Funds Gorilla Conservation
It may be a cliché, but it's no understatement to say that Mountain Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda is truly the adventure of a lifetime. It's an incredible opportunity to spend an hour Keep Reading
