There’s a certain allure in heading to abandoned places – one that has turned many famous ghost towns into tourist attractions that now see more visitors each year than their original population. Stamp mill building and wooden buildings at Bodie State Historic Park, Gold Mining Ghost Town, Mono county, California, USA. Image by ©Feifei Cui-Paoluzzo/Getty […]
Avoid in-flight tantrums this holiday season – top tips for travelling with kids
Flying home for the holidays can be a stressful time, especially for parents with small children. Children and planes generally don’t mix. There are the prospects of long lines, cramped seats, boredom, bickering and earaches – not to mention the disorienting feeling of flying 30,000 feet in the air. But with a bit of know-how, […]
Where to see the incredible animals in David Attenborough’s new BBC series Dynasties
A new BBC Earth nature series – narrated by the inimitable Sir David Attenborough – explores some of the most amazing families around the world. From emperor penguins in Antarctica to lions in Kenya, the series will focus on the power structures within these animal families. The series tells the stories “of families and leaders, […]
Inside that incredible underwater residence in the Maldives
When the plans were first released for a luxurious underwater residence in the Maldives, it didn’t seem like it could be a reality. Now after years in the making, it’s finally complete and ready to accept reservations. The Muraka is a completely private residence. Photo by Justin Nicholas The Muraka opens this month at the […]