PinnedIs 7 Continents Enough?I recently did one of those online map tools to select all the places you have visited. Something that replaces the pinned maps of…Carl Byington1 min readCarl Byington World visited mapIs 7 Continents Enough?----
Jun 165 Things I Should Have Known about Whitewater Rafting Before I Got WetCarl Byington on the Zambezi River, Africa Be it for your next vacation or just as an outdoor activity to let off some steam, whitewater rafting can be extremely fun and exciting. The best part is that you don’t need many skills or be brave to try it out. But…Carl Byington5 min read
Jun 14Chemistry Of Whiskey: Crafting SmokeThe intricate world of whiskey is like a realm of exotic flavors, grains, and distillation methods. Different countries make their own individual whiskeys, and the chemical compositions of these whiskeys determine their distinct traits and flavors. In this article, I will get into the details of the mystical world of…Carl Byington6 min read
Jun 14Why is Chick-Fil-A so Successful?I have been fascinated about our very apparent obsession with this chicken sandwich. Is it that pickle? I do love a salty pickle. Is it the super tender chicken that results from pressure cooking? How is it that people will wait in a “fast food” drive thru for so long…Carl Byington6 min read
Jun 14What is it about the Food And Wine In Italy?Italy is a country known for its fresh herbs, spices, tomatoes, and grapes. Food and wine are at the core of the many delights that Italy has to offer. The world is already familiar with pasta and pizza. However, there is still so much more to Italian dining and service…Travel5 min read
May 9Africa’s Must Do SCUBA SitesSurrounded by a wide myriad of seas, Africa is home to some of the most spectacular diving locales in the entire world. You can experience the Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean, Red Sea and much more making your diving trip filled with limitless rewards. So if you are in search of…Carl Byington5 min read
May 95 Must Do Hiking Paths In The AlpsThe Alps are a wondrous place for trekkers and mountaineers. These are mountain ranges that stretch over 8 countries. The range contains many peaks, wildlife, plateaus, lakes, glaciers, and trails. The Alps stretch a long way — over 1200 km (~750 miles) in length, but here are some highlights of…Carl Byington5 min read
May 4Why Bonaire Should be on Your Must-Do Dive ListWith a strong diving centered infrastructure, and low-cost resorts, Bonaire is known as the “Diver’s Paradise”. If colorful reefs, abundant reef fishes, and diving alongside beautiful eagle rays sound exciting to you, scuba diving in Bonaire is for you. …Carl Byington5 min read
May 3How to Climb a Larger Mountain in a DayPeople have asked me how it is to climb a bigger mountain in a day. It usually starts very early. We awake at 10–11 pm after trying to sleep a few hours during the day. We dress in layers and prep our packs. …Carl Byington2 min read
May 2Broken Arrow: The Bomber at the Bottom of Lake MeadAs sad and morbid as it is, plane crashes happen. Sometimes it occurs due to human error and sometimes it is a mechanical or electronic mishap during the flight. But few incidents in history have people talking about it even after years. The Lake Mead crash is one of them…Carl Byington5 min read