Venice, Italy: The Sinking City Draws the Line Venice, Italy: The Sinking City Draws the Line (image credits: pixabay) Venice is world-famous for its romantic canals and Renaissance architecture, but behind the postcard-perfect scenes, the city is struggling. Every year, approximately 30 million tourists pour into its narrow alleys and delicate bridges—almost 60 times the …
Jacqeline Nomora, M.Sc. Biology
Mount Everest, Nepal Mount Everest, Nepal (image credits: unsplash) Mount Everest, the world’s tallest peak, remains the ultimate pilgrimage for adventure seekers, despite its chilling dangers. In 2024 alone, more than 1,000 climbers braved the ascent, but only about two-thirds made it to the summit. The mountain’s risks are stark: avalanches, altitude sickness, and severe …
Mount Everest, Nepal Mount Everest, Nepal (image credits: unsplash) Mount Everest, the world’s tallest peak, remains the ultimate pilgrimage for adventure seekers, despite its chilling dangers. In 2024 alone, more than 1,000 climbers braved the ascent, but only about two-thirds made it to the summit. The mountain’s risks are stark: avalanches, altitude sickness, and severe …
Mount Everest, Nepal Mount Everest, Nepal (image credits: wikimedia) Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, is the ultimate challenge for adventurers. In 2023, more than 1,000 climbers attempted the treacherous ascent, with around 600 reaching the summit. The journey is filled with life-threatening risks: altitude sickness, avalanches, unpredictable weather, and even overcrowding on the narrow …
First Time Magic Fades Fast First Time Magic Fades Fast (image credits: wikimedia) The first time I landed in Mexico, I was swept up in a hurricane of colors, flavors, and music. The air tasted like lime and sea salt, mariachi bands echoed through the squares, and every sunset painted the sky in impossible pinks …
North Korea North Korea (image credits: unsplash) North Korea is perhaps the most secretive country in the world, and travel here has never been easy. In 2025, the regime has only tightened its grip, allowing foreigners in exclusively on tightly monitored group tours. If you’re hoping to explore freely, forget about it—solo travel is simply …
Landing in Paradise or Just Another Crowded Beach Landing in Paradise or Just Another Crowded Beach (image credits: wikimedia) The first time I landed in Cancun, the sunlight bounced off white sand and turquoise water so bright it felt unreal. Palms rustled in the salty breeze, and the air buzzed with the laughter of vacationers. …
North Korea: The Hermit Kingdom Closes Its Doors Even Tighter North Korea: The Hermit Kingdom Closes Its Doors Even Tighter (image credits: unsplash) Stepping into North Korea has always felt like entering another universe—a place shrouded in secrecy, rules, and rigid control. In 2025, this shroud has only thickened. The government has become even more …
Bhutan: Guarding Tranquility in the Eastern Himalayas Bhutan: Guarding Tranquility in the Eastern Himalayas (image credits: pixabay) High in the Himalayas, Bhutan is fiercely protecting its traditions and landscapes. In 2024, the Bhutanese government took a bold step by raising its “Sustainable Development Fee” for foreigners to $200 per person, per night. This massive increase …
Picture this: You’re gliding through airport security, barely breaking your stride. No long lines at the visa counter, no frantic form-filling, just the soft thud of a passport stamp and the promise of adventure. In 2025, the passport you carry isn’t just a booklet — it’s a golden ticket to the world. Let’s explore which …