The World's Best Destinations
As a producer for the movie Anno 2020, I have insights into some of its experimental creation, especially a one-day filming in Los Angeles at three different locations. ANNO 2020 was filmed during the world lockdown of COVID-19. Since it was impossible to send a film crew to different locations, director James Morcan adapted the […]
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You’ve heard it before – Surf and Ski in the same day when in California. That is possible because of Big Bear. One and a half to two hours away from Malibu, perfect for a day trip to winter wonderland, or for an ultimate ski/snowboarding vacation if you don’t want to go all the way […]
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Sirmione (SV) is a peninsula perched on the shores of Lake Garda and boasts historical treasures like the ancient Roman ruins of Grotte di Catullo and the medieval Rocca Scaligera Castle. Enveloped in the tranquil charm of Northern Italy, Sirmione is a haven for those captivated by history, with its thermal baths offering a taste […]
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Chichén Itzá, located in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico, is one of the most significant and well-known archaeological sites of the ancient Maya civilization. The history and allure of Chichén Itzá are rooted in its architectural, astronomical, and cultural significance. A Brief History The site was settled as early as the 6th century AD. It […]
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Yucatan’s Spectacular Cenotes are a natural pit or sinkhole resulting from the collapse of limestone bedrock that exposes groundwater underneath. Especially associated with the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico, cenotes were sometimes used by the ancient Maya for sacrificial offerings. The formation of cenotes is typically linked to the dissolution of soluble rocks (such as limestone, […]
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Gaius Cassius Longinus is traditionally identified as the Roman soldier who pierced the side of Jesus Christ with a lance, known as the “The Spear of Destiny” or the “Spear of Longinus,” during the Crucifixion. This account is derived from the Gospel of John in the New Testament, where a soldier pierces Jesus’ side, resulting […]
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The Shroud of Turin and the Sudarium of Oviedo are two of the most famous and intriguing relics in Christian history, and they are believed by some to have a direct connection to Jesus Christ. The Shroud of Turin is located in the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Turin, Italy. The Shroud is […]
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The Torrechiara Castle (Castello del Torrechiara) is located in the Parma region of Italy. It is one of the most striking examples of Italian castle architecture and has a rich history. While it may not have the opulence of Of Flagler’s Whitehall in Palm Beach, or the scale and reach of The Alhambra in Spain, […]
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The Alhambra (SV) is a rich and complex historical site that is deeply intertwined with the Islamic history of Spain. It was originally constructed as a small fortress in 889 AD on the remains of Roman fortifications. However, the current complex was largely built by the Nasrid dynasty in the mid-13th century. The Nasrids were […]
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DRIZZLED WITH CHRISTMAS What better time to indulge in a short getaway drizzled with spa and good food than during Christmas? That is exactly what we did. I impatiently seized the opportunity to visit the adorable Westlake Village Inn in Southern California with my husband and son. And what an experience that was! What if […]
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