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Grendavick Volcanic Eruption
Iceland's Newest Volcanic Eruption Near Grendavick

Iceland experienced its most recent Reykjanes Peninsula Volcanic System eruption near Grendavick this weekend and there is a lot of news to go through.

Illinois Travel Expo
What is a Travel Expo like

A Travel Expo is a treasure trove of knowledge for both seasoned travelers and wanderlust newbies.

Interesting Aspects of Mardi Gras
Interesting Aspects of Mardi Gras

As Mardi Gras moves ever closer, it's time to dive into some interesting facts about this holiday with Two Words the can mean so much.

Sustainable Future Sustainability
Mayflower’s Cherish our Planet Sustainability Mission

Mayflower Cruises and Tours cares about our planet's sustainability

Map fo Lava coverage in Iceland
Volcano Erupts on Reykjanes Peninsula

For the last few months, many have been nervously waiting for the eventual eruption of the Reykjanes Volcanic system.  For several weeks, there have been multiple iterations of ground uplift and su

Travel the Black Hills and Mount Rushmore
Three Must-See Attractions in the Black Hills

The Black Hills of South Dakota are both historic and beautiful.  From scenery so majestic it is used in countless schematic productions, to cultures that has been impactful for over 10,000 years.

Blue Lagoon and Svartsengi Power Plant
Update Iceland's Volcano December 6th

While we continue to monitor the situation in Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, reports offer hints of where the magma is currently pooling and allude to what we can expect to see from the volcano in

History of Candy Canes
The History of Candy Canes

Unlike many Christmas traditions, the history of the Candy Cane is surprisingly well documented.

The Tournament of Roses | Rose Parade
Tournament of Roses | The Rose Bowl Parade

With a month to go, one of the most exciting and brilliantly displayed parades of the year is drawing closer by the day.