America contains a diverse array of small towns, so it may be overwhelming to choose which ones to visit. From the colonial cottages of the northeast to the Tuscan vibes of the southwest, cozy vacation spots and enriching cultural experiences are endless. This article is here to help with a list of seven small towns [...]
Every avid traveler knows that Switzerland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Walking around the entire country feels like you have entered a fairy tale. One of the places everyone must see while visiting Switzerland is Vevey. This small town on Lake Geneva is the perfect spot to enjoy the pleasures [...]
In late April of 2019, two sets of gravitational waves observations were detected by a pair of American observatories as well as by one in Italy. The signals come from a neutron star merger, but the second set of signals suggests evidence of a black hole-neutron star collision, which scientists did not imagine was possible. [...]
For a long time, the generation of elements remained a mystery for scientists. A new study suggests that many of the universe’s heavy elements are generated from rapidly whirling collapsing stars. The lightest elements, hydrogen, helium, and lithium, were formed shortly after the Big Bang, and elements up to iron were formed later mostly [...]
Plutonium is a rare element on Earth, and recent research suggests that half of the universe’s supply of it comes from a single event: a neutron star merger. However, plutonium is not the only element to come out of this process; these mergers help to create many other actinides, or elements with an atomic number [...]
Telescopes are important tools in astronomy that allow us to see celestial objects that would otherwise be invisible to the naked eye. By definition, telescopes are optical instruments that make distant objects appear magnified, but the technology that allows them to do so varies. Some historians credit the creation of the first optical telescope to [...]
Hawaiian cuisine was rather basic before the arrival of visitors and immigrants to the islands. Today, local dishes are a combination of traditional Hawaiian culture along with influences from China, Korea, Japan, the Philippines and Portugal. New arrivals brought a variety of meats, fruits and vegetables that are now a part of island dishes. When visiting, [...]
The Faroe islands are a gorgeous set of volcanic islands belonging to Denmark that seem to come directly out of a fantasy novel (or perhaps the masterpiece of a surrealist painter.) With its gorgeous moss-covered slopes and completely treeless landscape, these islands are truly a destination unlike any other. Here are some must-see locations within the Faroe [...]
Riding along the Pacific Coast Highway is a sure fire way to ensure that families will create a memorable road trip. Peering out across the Pacific Ocean is not the only sites to behold along the way though. Traveling down the Pacific Coast Highway requires that you take the time to stop and see some [...]
Traveling for business purposes can be such an exciting thrill. A poorly planned business trip can, however, turn into a nightmare, due to severe exhaustion. The frustrations that come with such business trips can be reduced by following a few tips that can help you plan for your business trip in advance. Have a flexible [...]
