With high inflation and high energy prices, travel of any kind has become expensive. Gas, airline tickets, meals, and even hotel rooms. It stands to reason that a savvy traveler…
While travel continued during the ‘Covid Era’, masks were still mandated on airlines until recently. Also, in government buildings and in certain states. It is encouraging that we can all…
One hundred and thirteen years ago, the United States Antiquities Act was signed and set the stage for the conservation of millions of acres of land, now totaling 58…
Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft have been hailed as a cheap and safe alternative to traditional taxi services. It depends on who you ask. In Chicago, IL, I…
Briefly mentioned in an earlier post, ‘Real ID’ is now a thing. As of October 1, 2020, you won’t be able to fly domestically without it. Your current driver’s license…
It all depends on where you go. The State Department just updated their list of risk indicators for foreign countries to include ‘kidnapping’. Thirty-five countries were immediately listed, most…
Stunningly, the Indonesian government has decided to close the Komodo Island in January 2020 because 40 komodo dragons were recently stolen and sold overseas. A vulnerable species already, this type…
“Keep calm and Carry on” was part of a series of motivational posters that originated in 1939 and produced by the British government. It was intended to boost morale with…
Thought your U.S. Driver’s License is good enough to drive anywhere? Think again. Many countries do not accept driver’s licenses from home countries. Doing so, can land you in really…
