Novel Destinations: The Remarkable Rise of Literary Tourism
Some of my earliest childhood memories are linked to the Nancy Drew Mystery series. I can even trace my love of reading to a specific book, The Hidden Staircase, by Carolyn Keene. In this captivating story, Nancy, a teenage detective with a knack for cracking cases, discovers a haunted mansion filled with dark passages, a hidden staircase, and plenty of riddles. These tantalizing tales kept me awake at night. I would crack my bedroom door open wide enough so the hall light would spill onto...
Blue Mind Theory: The Science Behind Why You Feel Better at the Beach
Do you know what Blue Mind Theory is? You might not know the scientific definition, but if you’ve ever felt happiness and peace while standing at the ocean’s edge, you're more informed than you realize. Curious about the viral travel trend everyone seems to be talking about? Read on. My back is on fire. I curse myself for not applying sunscreen as I inadvertently step on a sharp shell. This is ironic, as searching for shells is why I’m out here in the first place....