The Swedes have given several words to the English language, like ‘ombudsman,’ ‘smorgasborg,’ and ‘moped’. But recently the Scandanavian nation has added a new word to the lexicon: ‘flygskam’ (pronounced ‘Fleeg–skaam’) or ‘flight shame,’ referring to the feeling of guilt travellers have over the impact flying has on the environment. Swedes are increasingly travelling by […]
8 Comfortable Ballet Flats You Can Actually Walk In
Ballet flats look cute but can be brutal on your feet if you’re doing anything more than standing. Here are eight pairs with arch support and padding that you can comfortably walk in. Lucky Brand Emmie Zappos Available in more than 20 colors and patterns, the Emmie ballet flats are sure to suit any personal […]
How banana leaves are replacing plastic packaging in Vietnam
As the world’s fourth-largest contributor to marine plastic pollution, Vietnam has a lot to make up for. However, a recent trend in returning to natural materials for everyday use, including banana leaves for packaging and natural grass straws for drinking, has started to gain momentum. These straws are made from green grass. Image by Zero […]
Is Sydney Safe? Warnings and Dangers Travelers Need to Know
Sophisticated and iconic, Sydney, in Australia’s state of New South Wales, is everything a world-class city should be. It’s famous for many things, but especially the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, and those New Year’s Eve fireworks, placing it firmly on most traveler’s bucket lists. But is Sydney safe? By most accounts, […]