If the TSA confiscates your bottle with “water residue” or a tube of shaving cream that’s a bit too large, don’t be embarrassed. The nation’s airport security agency has seen (and confiscated) some seriously crazy items this month, several of…
Embed from Getty Images PRESIDENT OBAMA SIGNED BILL H.R.4238 that takes these racially offensive words out of all federal laws: “negro,” “oriental,” “Indian,” “Eskimo,” among others. The bill was sponsored by Congresswoman Grace Meng who is Chinese-American and from Queens,…
Getting a second passport can be a bit of a challenge, and the reason for requesting one must fall under one of two categories. The first is primarily for political reasons — some countries will deny you entry if you…
MAURITIUS IS A VOLCANIC ISLAND in the Indian Ocean best known for its beaches, waterfalls, lagoons, and reefs. Filmmaker Raphael Pöham spent two weeks with his toes in the sand shooting this awesome video.
As a huge history buff, I was thrilled to be covering the inaugural sailing of the first cruise ship allowed to sail to Cuba from the US in more than 50 years. In the weeks leading up to my trip,…
IHG has been known to offer 100% bonuses on points purchases on a semi-regular basis, and the program even sold points for just 0.565 cents each as part of last month’s Daily Getaways promotion. You can also regularly purchase points…
1. MofongoMashed plantains, pork cracklings, and garlic combine to create a creamy, comfort food flavor bomb. A heaping plate of mofongo is especially filling when topped with steak, chicken, or fresh-from-the-ocean shrimp. There are endless variations and everybody thinks their…
1. Don’t… come for The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest. Even just hearing that it’s the largest barbecue competition in the world may make your mouth water, but don’t be fooled. It’s a serious competition and contestants are not allowed…
Aviation enthusiasts are intrigued by the constant and ever-developing world of flight. Whether that be commercial airlines flying reduced emissions aircraft, the A380 transporting more than 500 people from one location to another or hugely impactful NASA research. Through the…
