State capitals are supposed to be the heart of important political decisions, business hubs, and education centers. You’d think they would represent the very best of what each state has to offer, right? But in reality, every capital has its ups and downs. Some are fantastic places to live, while others have their fair share…
In a country that often feels scattered and divided, there’s one thing we can all count on–our favorite chain restaurants. According to a 2023 survey, 65% of Americans hit up fast food at least once a week. Evidently, we’re all about that convenience food life, though not all eateries hit the mark. So here are…
Is there something universally fascinating about watching mafia stories on screen? Maybe it’s their rebellious streak, unshakable confidence, seemingly boundless power, or the way mobsters do things most people wouldn’t even dream of. Even though it’s already 50 years old, The Godfather is still hailed as one of the greatest films ever. Our love-hate relationship…
Preply, a language learning platform, recently surveyed over 1,500 residents of the 30 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S. and asked them about the rudeness level of their city. They did this to help travelers determine what to expect when visiting. In this article, we’ll discuss what Americans consider the rudest cities in the country…
Traveling to different countries and working with people from different cultures has taught me to be welcoming and respectful. I want to avoid saying or doing something that might come off as odd or inappropriate. As Americans, some things foreigners do or ask can seem a little strange to us. Should we just brush off…
I’m not sure if it’s just an American thing, but we all have intense state and regional pride here. Sure, state symbols like flags and anthems make sense, but flowers and animals? I remember being confused as a kid when I learned that places had state birds. But many animals native to the U.S. have…
Do you ever just look at vacation home rentals in exotic locales just to daydream about an epic vacation? I’ll admit, I do it all the time. We’ve all been stuck in that work-home-repeat cycle, so planning an upcoming getaway to fantasize about might be just the thing to break the monotony. But finding the…
When we think of living in a new city, the first question that pops into our mind is, “Is it safe?” It’s perfectly normal—we all want to protect ourselves and our loved ones. As the saying goes, safety first! In the United States, many cities get a bad reputation for being dangerous when, in reality,…
With 76 million Baby Boomers born between 1946 and 1964, most of this generation is now facing fundamental cultural and economic shifts as they enter their twilight years. As baby boomers enter retirement age, life as they once knew it is drastically changing. As a millennial, I’ve grown up with unprecedented global changes throughout my…
Is it just me, or do you feel like the hotel stay is almost as exciting as the rest of the vacation? Just being somewhere where everything is taken care of–room service, cleaning, fresh towels– feels utterly luxurious. You might already know about Michelin Star restaurants, but have you heard about the Michelin Key? Like…
As a true night owl, I’d rather sleep in until 11 am and work until late than set my alarm and struggle through a grumpy morning. Most people who know me well know not to try to talk to me about anything serious in the morning while my brain isn’t fully powered up yet. Night…
There are tons of movies that are “so bad they’re good.” You know, those guilty pleasures that are so ridiculous that they’re hilarious. A couple of my favorites are Troll 2 and The Room–filled with cheesy lines and bad acting. Despite being far from blockbusters, these films are perfect for a laugh-filled movie night. But…
As a born-and-raised Californian, I’d naturally argue that my state is the most fun with its great weather, beaches, mountains, great food, nightlife, and more. Plus, we have the original Disneyland (my personal favorite)! But I bet a lot of states think they have California beat. No matter where you are in the U.S., Americans…
I’ve come across some wild historical events that make me question whether people centuries ago were just making stuff up. Like, did you know Thomas Edison once electrocuted a circus elephant named Topsy? I also read that a soccer game in 1969 literally sparked a war between El Salvador and Honduras! History is a crazy…