Mandalay and Bagan, Culture and History in Myanmar

U Bein Bridge is the oldest and longest teakwood bridge in the world; 1.2 km in length it crosses Taungthaman Lake. In the late afternoon it is chaotic but a great experience. Take a brief walk on the bridge but do be careful. It will be crowded. There are no handrails. READ MORE

Gulliver's Gate: An Astounding Miniature World in Times Square

You walk through room after room, and the highlights of the world come into view, first with New York City, then to all of the highlights of the US, and then Europe, Asia, and beyond. The 200 artists have created 967 buildings, 9891 windows, 233 cars and 47 pizzas!

The displays for each of the different countries represented were created in that country by native artists. READ MORE

Seasonal Jobs: For Those Who Need a Change

Seasonal jobs run the gamut from snorkeling guide to housekeeper to horse wrangler. The majority involve some sort of guest services, but positions are also available in a wide variety of fields like maintenance, finance, and human resources. READ MORE

Lofoten Islands, Norway: An Arctic Adventure

Despite its Arctic locale, the Lofoten archipelago benefits from a unique microclimate created by the Gulf Stream, meaning that you can actually hike, swim, fish, dive, surf, and kayak most months out of the year.

This, coupled with the fact that the islands fly well below the radar due to their remoteness, make Lofoten Norway’s best-kept secret. READ MORE

Fear of Flying: Strategies from Mary Renner

Fear of flying stems from various underlying causes and it’s symptoms differ from person to person. For some, flying is unpleasant but manageable, while for others the fear is so intense that flying is avoided altogether.

But regardless of why we’re afraid or how much it affects us, the good news is that with some commitment and the right strategies, it’s entirely possible to overcome this fear. READ MORE

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