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Ranking the 50 Illinois Counties with the Shortest Life Expectancy
Life expectancy isn’t just a number on a chart – it’s a mirror reflecting how well our communities protect and nurture their residents. While Illinois ranked 23rd-highest based on life expectancy, with a newborn expected to live 76.8 years as of recent data, the reality is far more complex when you examine individual counties. Hidden … Read more
8 Things You Should Never Wear in Certain Countries (But Tourists Still Do)
Avoid Wearing Shorts in Saudi Arabia Avoid Wearing Shorts in Saudi Arabia (image credits: unsplash) Stepping off a plane into Saudi Arabia’s heat, it might seem natural to reach for shorts, but that’s a big cultural misstep. The Saudi Ministry of Tourism updated its guidelines in 2024, making it clear: both men and women are … Read more
13 Booking Tricks That No Longer Work (But Travelers Keep Trying)
Booking Last-Minute Flights to Get Cheaper Prices Booking Last-Minute Flights to Get Cheaper Prices (image credits: unsplash) For years, travelers clung to the hope that booking flights at the last minute would help them score unbeatable deals. The thinking was simple: airlines would rather sell off empty seats just before takeoff than let them go … Read more
7 Hotel Habits That Are Considered Rude Overseas But People Keep Doing Them
Talking Loudly in Hotel Corridors Talking Loudly in Hotel Corridors (image credits: unsplash) When you stroll through a hotel corridor late at night, you might think your conversation is harmless. But in countries like Japan and much of Europe, it’s actually considered highly disrespectful to speak loudly in hallways. The Japan Tourism Agency’s 2024 report … Read more
9 Things You Should Never Do With a Rental Car Abroad – But Everyone Does
Ignoring Local Traffic Laws and Speed Limits Ignoring Local Traffic Laws and Speed Limits (image credits: flickr) Did you know that the most common reasons for being fined are illegal parking, driving into historical zones, and breaking the speed limit when renting a car abroad? Most travelers step off a plane and immediately get behind … Read more
6 Things You Should Never Photograph While Traveling
Photographing Local People Without Permission Photographing Local People Without Permission (image credits: pixabay) Capturing the charm of a destination often means taking photos of the people who live there, but snapping pictures of locals without their permission is a big mistake. According to the International Tourism Ethics Council’s 2024 report, more than 60% of travelers … Read more
These 5 Zodiac Signs Are Set for Major Career Breakthroughs in 2025
Virgo: The Spotlight on Professional Excellence Virgo: The Spotlight on Professional Excellence (image credits: pixabay) When it comes to career ...
From Hip-Hop to High Fashion: How Streetwear Took Over Luxury
The Birth of Streetwear The Birth of Streetwear (image credits: pexels) Streetwear emerged from the vibrant cultures of skateboarding and ...
The U.S. State That Could Become Uninhabitable by 2050
Understanding the Threat: Climate Change and Its Impact Understanding the Threat: Climate Change and Its Impact (image credits: unsplash) Climate ...
The 9 Destinations Leading the Way in Sustainable Tourism
The Nordic Nations Setting the Gold Standard The Nordic Nations Setting the Gold Standard (image credits: wikimedia) Picture stepping off a train in Stockholm where Gothenburg, Sweden ranks highly on the Global Destination Sustainability Index. Around the country, roughly 97% of public transport is powered by renewable energy. The Nordic countries aren’t just pretty postcard … Read more
