Skateparks in the US and Canada offer unique skating experiences. Check if the park is for vertical or street skating, and bring appropriate protective gear. Research park details and accommodations before visiting. Bring extra gear and a camera for out-of-town parks. Local skaters can recommend nearby attractions. There are various skate parks across the US […]
China legally requires adult children to visit their aging parents, with the option for parents to sue if they feel neglected. Other countries may require adult children to pay for their parents’ expenses, but enforcement is rare. The World Health Organization estimates elder abuse affects 10% of older adults in some countries. Some countries, like […]
The Denmark Strait cataract, located between Iceland and Greenland, is the world’s tallest waterfall at 11,500 feet, but it is underwater. Waterfalls can also occur beneath the waves when hot and cold water meet. There are 10 types of waterfalls, and Victoria Falls can reportedly be heard 25 miles away. In 1901, Annie Edson Taylor […]
Visiting the Supreme Court in Washington, DC is possible during sessions which run from October to April. Visitors must arrive early and seating is first come, first served. Copies of decisions can be obtained from the Public Information Office. Many people interested in the functioning of the justice system in the United States visited the […]
Gutzon Borglum, the sculptor of Mount Rushmore, planned to create a Hall of Records behind Abraham Lincoln’s sculpture to store significant American historical documents. The vault was never completed, but in 1998, officials placed important documents and a biography of Borglum behind a granite slab. Borglum was born in Idaho in 1867. Gutzon Borglum, the […]
In 1939, with Europe on the brink of war and the US leaning towards isolationism, President Roosevelt invited King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to visit America. During their four-day visit, they enjoyed a picnic at FDR’s estate where the king tried his first hot dog, becoming the first reigning British monarch to set foot […]
A vineyard in Caldari di Ortona, Italy, has created a wine fountain along the Camino di San Tommaso pilgrimage route, offering free red wine to hikers and tourists 24/7. The fountain is part of a project promoting pilgrimage, but the vineyard has warned “drunkards” and “sluts” are not welcome. The route leads to the cathedral […]
The White House offers self-guided tours on certain days, but reservations must be made months in advance. Special events, such as the Spring Gardens Tour and Easter egg roll, also require tickets. Safety measures prohibit certain items. Anyone can visit the White House during certain designated visiting hours. Reservations for these self-guided tours must be […]
Visiting Disneyland can be expensive, but there are ways to save money. Travel during off-peak seasons, stay in budget motels, and consider driving instead of flying. Bring snacks and limit souvenir spending. Look for package deals and discounts through Disneyland, Costco, AAA, or local travel agents. Visiting Disneyland can be a fun but expensive experience. […]
To fully enjoy a trip to Las Vegas, prepare for the extreme weather, pack smart clothes for nightclubs and shows, bring comfortable shoes for exploring, and set a gambling budget. Take care of details ahead of time to fully enjoy the city’s attractions. A trip to Las Vegas can include countless hours of fun and […]
Visiting an inmate in prison requires applying to schedule a visit and complying with regulations. Visitors must dress conservatively, bring photo ID, and cannot bring items without prior arrangements. Lawyers have more leeway. Lockdowns can limit visiting hours. Procedure for prison visits is similar. The procedure for visiting an inmate in prison varies depending on […]
Prisons offer conjugal visits to help maintain family ties and motivate inmates. These visits vary by country and allow private family time without supervision. While sex may be a part of the visit, it is not the primary reason. Visits are a reward for good behavior and help control the inmate population. They occur off-site […]
Despite thousands of UFO sightings each year, there is no physical evidence to support the theory that they are spacecraft from other worlds. Powerful radars and telescopes have never observed extraterrestrial spacecraft, and most sightings are unreliable. Occam’s razor suggests that UFOs have other causes. Since the first widely publicized UFO (unidentified flying object) incident, […]
