Article written by RE/MAX Cayman Islands As one of the Caribbean islands, Grand Cayman has no shortage of snorkeling spots. In fact, it is home to some of the best snorkeling and diving spots in the world. Although Grand Cayman has plenty of natural snorkeling spots to enjoy -- from Eden Rock Dive Center to Lobster Pot Dive Centre -- the island also offers a safe place to explore underwater marine life that is not in the ocean. This manmade snorkeling paradise is called Turtle Lagoon. Whether you’re visiting the island to see Cayman Brac real estate, or you’re on a family vacation, we recommend diving into Turtle Lagoon for an experience of a lifetime. What is Turtle Lagoon? If you’ve ever wanted to see marine life up close and…

This article was written by Phineas Upham, The exterior of the Great Pyramids of Giza is an incredible feat of architecture, with angles measuring precisely at 51 degrees and heights that make lifting those huge limestone blocks seem impossible. Yet the pyramids’ most intriguing fact is that within that precise structure, a network of tunnels and alcoves exist. Were these tunnels carved out after the fact? Did the planners actually have the knowledge to build these pathways into their structures? The truth is fascinating. Tunnels For a long time, archaeologists believed that the Egyptians completed the pyramid, then carved their own way through the structure to bury their leaders. In fact, we now believe the Egyptians actually plotted these tunnels into their construction. This is amazing considering that these tunnels…

Written by Phin Upham, Antarctica is the center of many scientific activities. The region is one of the most difficult places in the world for organic life to inhabit, so that makes the few creatures who do call the Antarctic home quite fascinating. Here is a brief review of the most recent discoveries made by scientists. Pine Glacier The Pine Island Glacier is one of the best indicators for climate change. Scientists have studied the glacial formation for years, and have recently noticed rapid rises in sea level. Scientists expect a rise in sea level of 3.5 to 5 millimeters in the next twenty years, which could have considerable consequences for the world at large. 100 Year-Old Photos Scientists setting up a supply depot on the New Zealand side of…

Posted By Phin Upham Backpacking is a European staple, and the country side is gorgeous and relatively easy to traverse. Oktoberfest is a good reason to be in Germany, but flying there directly can be expensive. Use this guide to get into the festival on foot, then set up base camp and enjoy your days in one of the world’s most exciting celebrations. Where to Fly Flying directly into Munich, even into Germany during Oktoberfest is costly. It’s even pricey to fly from Europe, so flying into London with the hope of a connecting flight from there is a no go if your goal is to save money. Instead, set your destination to a nearby city like Salzburg and hike in from there. You can even arrange rail service to…

Finally, the world’s largest cruise company Carnival Cruise Lines appears to be making some progress. After the disastrous Costa Concordia mishap that killed 32 people in 2012 in Italy and several subsequent mishaps along the way, Carnival is making progress under the new leadership. Its new CEO Arnold Donald took office in July 2013 and working hard to reestablish the brand and currently spending $700 million on shipboard fire prevention and backup power systems. Carnival accounts for more than 21 percent of the worldwide cruise market. The British-American owned Carnival is based in Doral, Florida and operates the largest fleet of ships with a total of 24 vessels. Its ten brands range from the lowest-cost brand of Carnival to very pricey British Cunard Line, the world’s oldest line with a…

If you’re looking for a vacation destination, you can’t go wrong by choosing the Cayman Islands. They’re known the world over for their amazing scuba diving, amongst other attractions. However, though the islands are not large in and of themselves, you’ll want to rent a car while you’re down there. This will give you an opportunity to see as much of the Cayman Islands as possible. Yes, there is public transit down there and, by all accounts it’s sufficient. But keep in mind that public transit isn’t made for tourists, even in the Cayman Islands. Cayman Islands car rental means you get to decide where you go, when you go there and how long you stay for. Relying on public transit means someone else makes all these decisions. Even if…