It Is Cheaper to Live on a Cruise Ship Than Rent an Apartment in New York

In New York, rent is only one part of the cost of living. Groceries, utilities, transportation, and everyday expenses quickly raise...

Man Goes Viral for His Insane Perspective Shots

Lisbon-based photographer Hugo Suíssas basically looks at famous landmarks and thinks, “Yeah, I can prank reality with that.” Instead of pointing...

Did a Woman Marry the Eiffel Tower and Divorce It for a Fence?

Erika Eiffel, born Erika LaBrie, first caught global media attention in 2008. The previous year, she held a symbolic commitment ceremony...

Meet the Dumbest Criminals to Ever Get Caught

Crime doesn’t pay, especially when you’re terrible at it. The world of law enforcement has seen its fair share of master...

3 Must-Try Irish Desserts for Every Foodie

Ireland’s desserts reflect the country’s agricultural roots and practical cooking traditions. Many classic sweets began as simple ways to use everyday...

10 of the Best Retreats in Europe to Soothe Mind, Body, and Soul

Across Europe, many retreats are set in places that had a life long before wellness guests arrived. Former farm estates, conservation...

10 “Blue Zones” Where People Live the Longest (And What They Eat)

People in certain corners of the world consistently live into their 90s and 100s without the usual barrage of age-related illnesses....

10 Things You Should Never Do in a Hostel

Hostels run on a shared understanding that only really becomes visible when someone ignores it. New travelers often stumble into small...

This Woman Lived in Switzerland for 30 Years but Was Rejected for Being Annoying

Nancy Holten lived in Switzerland for more than three decades, spoke Swiss German, raised Swiss-citizen children, and met the legal requirements...

10 Islands That Are Privately Owned by Billionaires

A few billionaires have taken beachfront living a step further—by buying the entire island. These personal slices of land come with...