Learning To Travel

26/08/2026

Started by Napoleon to celebrate his victories, finished by his enemies to celebrate his defeat! 🤯 The Arco della Pace (Arch of Peace) in Milan is a stunning neoclassical masterpiece with a wild twist of historical irony. Located at the edge of Parco Sempione, it’s topped by a massive bronze chariot pulled by six horses. A must-see on your Milan itinerary! 🇮🇹

25/08/2026

5 things you probably didn’t know about America’s only mountain zoo 🏔️

Swipe through to see: ✨ Hand-feeding the giraffe herd at 6,700+ ft elevation 🦘 Walking inside the wallaby enclosure with no fences 🐻 The wild 1916 bear gift that started the entire zoo 🐾 Massive conservation efforts saving endangered species

Have you ever visited CMZoo? Let us know in the comments! 👇

CheyenneMountainZoo

24/08/2026

Cheyenne Frontier Days AKA "the Daddy of ’em All" is a fun way to spend a summer afternoon.

Joyce and I have gone for several years in a row but we thought we were going to miss it in 2026. Thanks to our friends Steve & Audra though we were able to go!

19/08/2026

One single American soldier liberated an entire iconic French fortress in WWII. 🤯

When Private Freeman B. Lindage drove his Jeep up to the historic Mont Saint-Michel, he didn't expect to take the historic island without firing a single shot. Watch how one man made WWII history! 🇫🇷🇺🇸

18/08/2026

Chicago's famous "Bean."

17/08/2026

2026 has been a year of challenges and heartbreak for us but we are still looking forward to more travel in our future. Until then we are thankful to have such a nice 'backyard.'

07/06/2026

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23/04/2026

Dubai’s Golden Gateway

Rising 150 meters above Zabeel Park, the Dubai Frame acts as a bridge between the city’s past and its future.

Whether you’re walking across the crystal-clear glass bridge or taking in the panoramic views of Old Dubai and the Downtown skyline, this "picture frame" captures the essence of a city that never stops dreaming.

Highlights:
The View: Breathtaking 360-degree views of the Burj Khalifa and the historic Deira creek.

The Experience: A walk across the 50-meter transparent floor at the top.

The Story: An immersive journey through Dubai’s transformation from a fishing village to a global metropolis.

Location & Tips:
Location: Zabeel Park, Gate 4.

Best Time to Visit: Arrive just before sunset to watch the city lights flicker to life.

13/02/2026

Did you know we have a newsletter? If you didn't that is fair because we often forget we have one. 🤣

How a Whale-Watching Tour Changed What I Thought I Knew

08/12/2025

Landing on a postage stamp! 🤯 Welcome to the Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport in Saba, home to the world's shortest commercial runway (just 1,312 ft / 400m).

Flanked by cliffs and the stunning Caribbean Sea, this approach is the definition of an adrenaline rush. Major respect to the pilots who nail this every time!