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Abraham Lincoln said, “most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.” I think this is a simple maxim that we could all live by. What does this mean? Another way of saying this is, “what you put your attention on grows.” How we see the world and our experience,…
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Each summer, the Dominican Republic braces for another onslaught of sargassum—floating mats of brown seaweed originating from the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt. In 2025, this natural phenomenon has reached unprecedented levels, with satellite data revealing a record-breaking 38 million metric tons of sargassum across the Atlantic and Caribbean during May—nearly double the previous high set…
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Thid essay was originally written by Nayla Saniour on January 31, 2021 on her blog Urraca Urbana. You can read the original blog post here. Nayla grew up in Beirut and she currently works in Madrid as an urban consultant on public spaces strategies in cities across the world. On the first weekend of January,…
Did you know your brain keeps working on questions even when you’re not thinking about them? Discover how asking the right questions can change your life in surprising ways and unlock new possibilities. Have you ever had a moment where an idea, solution, or insight suddenly popped into your mind when you weren’t even thinking…
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Atlanta’s newest hospitality additions offer first-class Japanese elegance and food that is heavenly Story by Mary Welch Photos by Grady McGill Now that the hotel, Nobu Atlanta, and its flagship restaurant came to Atlanta, we can testify: “It’s really special. It’s a big deal!” Nobu Atlanta is a 150-room hotel nestled around the corner of…
Self-care and pampering have been extolled since at least classical antiquity, flourishing into a fully-fledged European tourism business by the 18th century. But unlike back then, when wellness retreats were reserved for the wealthy aristocracy, a spa getaway has become far more accessible in recent years. Sure, the old favourites such as Vichy, Baden-Baden, Iceland…
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Written and Edited By Rashi Garg What Is Polki Jewellery Polki is a natural diamond, preserving its shape and features, with gold and silver foil. Popular for its allure of uncut diamonds, from Mughal courts to modern brides, polki jewellery is a rich legacy over the centuries. One of the interesting facts about polki is…
I returned from a soul-nourishing vacation in the Northwoods of Wisconsin and Minnesota, where the sound of Lake Superior and quiet mornings walking in nature offered the kind of renewal I didn’t know I was craving. Time spent meditating, unplugging, and simply being was profoundly healing for me. Now I’m back, recharged and ready to…
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Hardside vs Softside If you’re torn between choosing hardside or softside luggage, consider these points: Hardside luggage is more protective when it comes to water-resistance and scuff marks, but the rigidity means you might be sacrificing space when packing (compression straps and pads, do provide some help though). Softside luggage is more flexible, weighs less,…
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Loreto may be small, but it punches far above its weight when it comes to adventure. Located on the eastern coast of the Baja California Peninsula and flanked by the Sea of Cortez, this laid-back town offers easy access to marine biodiversity, desert solitude, and wild exploration. Our first visit to Loreto was nearly eight…
