If you’re a fan of Dorothy, munchkins, cowardly lions and wicked witches, you may want to head along to North Carolina. The Wizard of Oz theme park is opening this week in North Carolina. Image: MGM Land of Oz theme park is opening this week to mark the 80th anniversary of the release of The […]
These are the bands you can see for free in New York parks this summer
Between the sweltering subway stations and the above-ground heat and humidity, New York can be brutal during the dog days of summer. But for those who choose to stick it out in the city instead of escaping to the Hamptons or the Jersey Shore, there are rewards to be had. New York’s SummerStage season opens […]
How to Book Train Travel in Europe: 12 Essential Sites
The train can be the fastest, easiest, and cheapest way to travel around Europe—but booking can be confusing. Here are all the essential sites for booking train travel in Europe. For Multi-Country Train Travel in Europe Rail Europe Rail Europe is one of the best starting points for planning a trip around Europe, whether it’s […]
With a declining demand for ivory, elephant poaching has fallen in Africa, says report
Elephant poaching in Africa has long posed a threat to these majestic creatures, but now, some good news has emerged in relation to this deeply unsavoury practice. The incidence of elephant poaching in Africa has fallen. Image: Christophe_Cerisier/Getty Images According to a report today in Nature Communications, deaths from poaching in Africa have dropped significantly […]