Most of us think of Christmas as an ages old celebration. But not so for the people of Scotland. Christmas was banned there for almost 400 years. Oliver Cromwell, who ruled the United Kingdom, passed the ban in 1647. After Cromwell, the Presbyterian Church in Scotland continued to discourage Christmas holiday celebrations and people who... Read More
With the legalization of marijuana in Colorado, there has also been an increase in the entrepreneurial spirits who are capitalizing on the associated tourism industry. While “weed tourism” is not seen as a huge boon to Colorado tourism, it is definitely a niche market. One in four Millennials—18% of the men but only 8% of... Read More
Would you like to experience the wonder of the holidays in a new way? If yes, consider a trip to Europe and a Christmas Market river cruise. Europe in winter can be just as enticing as it is in spring. While you’ll experience brisk air and possible snow, you’ll also encounter fewer crowds. Christmas markets... Read More
Great travel apps make traveling easier. And some actually make traveling less stressful and more fun. We travel a fair bit, and after trying out a number of travel apps, have come up with a short-list of our own favorites. Below, we highlight the eight that top our list. Fair warning: one of them is... Read More
