Articles by Patricia Sim

Couple Breaks World Record: Honeymoon Rowing From California To Hawaii

"The Honeymoon" is the 21 feet long by 4 feet wide two-person rowboat owned by South African couple Riaan Manser and his wife, Atty. Vasti Geldenhuys. The two are avid kayakers and have gotten married recently, but their actual honeymoon vacation isn't so similar to what couples usually do.

Blackpool Becomes Lightpool In UK's Biggest Festival Of Light, Art And Dance

Blackpool, United Kingdom - known for its Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort, this seaside town is one of the brightest places in the planet. Set to launch its first ever Lightpool Festival, Blackpool wants to give a first of its kind experience, featuring over 50 artists and their light sculptures, paintings and performances.

Top Five Scariest Halloween Hangouts : American Haunted Houses And Asylums

Halloween is fast approaching, and for those too old for plain old "Trick or Treat", Halloween brings more excitement and delight with old haunted houses and asylums, designed to up the paranormal activity. Here are the five scariest ones in America.

The Longest Road Trip In The World - Record Set Byy US Couple For An Adventure Of A Lifetime

This couple traveled 29,500 miles through 39 states in 103 days and has set the world record for the longest road trip in one country. Greg Cayea and Heather Thompson easily beat the last record of 22,406.66 miles set in India last April.

Top List Of The Most Beautiful Universities In America - Historical Ivy League Buildings And Sprawling Campuses

America is known all around the world to provide as the prime place for the best education and leading research; however, another thing America universities are known for are its historical buildings and beautiful forest-like campuses. Here are some of the most beautiful universities in America.

Europe's Most Luxurious Budget Hostels Run By Families - Better than Staying At A Five Star Hotel

Europe has always been equated with luxury, but hostels have become the best way for travelers to experience boutique-style treatment, with enough money left to explore the city they are staying in. In addition, most hotels are run by locals and even families, providing a comfortable accommodation and an authentic experience when traveling abroad.

The Cheapest Winter Vacation Destinations In The World - Snow, Sun, And Savings For Travelers

Winter vacation is something everyone looks forward to, as it coincides with the Christmas holidays, which saves a lot on vacation leave. Here are some of the best places to take advantage of this winter for lovely weather and off-peak travel deals.

New York's Finest - Hidden Museums And Galleries As Good As The Met And MoMA

The Metropolitan, Guggenheim, and Museum of Modern Art are galleries that have become iconic of New York City. However, New York has a lot more to offer, and these hidden museums and galleries show the pure grit and amazing underworld of New York City culture.

National Geographic's Iconic Green-eyed "Afghan Girl": Arrested In Pakistan For Fraud

In 1985, National Geographic photographer Steve McCurry snapped a picture of a young Afghan girl of 12-years old named Sharbat Gula, in the wake of the war in Afghanistan. Her picture, with her intense green eyes staring back, has become an icon and was an international wake-up call to the destruction of the Afghan war.

Five "Dark Tourism" Sites Around the World: On Death, Destruction And The Occult

Dark Tourism is a term specific to tourist destinations that have themes of death, destruction and decay. For some, there is a strange thrill and fascination in visiting these kinds of sites, whereas others simply enjoy the history and stories trapped within those walls. Here are some of the best 'dark tourism' sites around the world.

Filming Locations For "The Walking Dead"; A Georgia Roadtrip For Zombie Fans

Fans of "The Walking Dead" were all sorts of surprised and emotional with the Season 7 premiere that debuted just this week. For Halloween, however, other fans are looking to go on a scary zombie-hunting roadtrip through some of the hit TV show's filming locations - most of them are located in Georgia.

Electric Car Roadtrip - Top Five Tips For Driving, Charging Electric Cars And Getting The Right Apps

Many people with electric cars are comfortable using their Teslas or LEAFs or Bolts for their everyday commute; however, some are still worried when it comes to testing their environmentally-friendly cars on long road trips. Here are a few helpful tips for those who want to go on the roadtrip of a lifetime in their electric cars.

$11Million Makeover For Emirates Business Class Lounge At Dubai Airport: World's Most Luxurious Airport Lounge

The Emirates Business Class Lounge at the Dubai International Airport opened its doors last October 23 with bright new eyes. The renovation cost $11million and resulted in a spectacular new lounge that certainly redefines the airline experience.

Airlines Face Low Christmas Traffic: Cheap Holiday Fares Expected

Many airlines are expecting the Grinch for the holidays this year, even going as far as saying that the usual high revenue season might not even be redeemed in January, given that Christmas falls on a Sunday instead of a Friday. Travelers, especially students are only given holiday break from December 23, which could discourage many from travelling home to visit relatives.

THAI Airways Waives Fee On Flight Rebookings Amidst Mourning For Late King

THAI Airways has officially implemented a rescheduling / rerouting fee waiver. This waiver is done in favor of its passengers, who may be stuck in Thailand or about to be stuck in Thailand in the wake of the sudden passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Besides the rerouting, many businesses have been closed in the last month and important events and festivals have been cancelled.