Newmark's Door

Only five in North America, but if you're a world traveler, this may be of interest.

Maybe some places to avoid this summer.

Two other travel links:

"See what’s open for travel".

"Proof of a COVID-19 vaccination may be a requirement for some music venues and sports arenas — here are the best vaccine passport apps to download now".

I'll pass, thanks.

Quora discussion. The top-rated post here includes a dozen interesting-looking pictures.

"This question needs a proper answer. Personally, my obsession with travel AND statistics makes me incredibly intrigued by such a simple question! Safe and affordable. Travelers want a safe destination for their vacation, but they don’t want to spend excessive amounts of money (unless they’re a multimillionaire). Many safe countries are expensive, and many countries with high crime rates are affordable. So where can you find the best of both worlds?

"So I ran the numbers, and now the Quora community can enjoy the fruits of my labor."

Quora discussion. The top entry has a dozen pretty striking pictures.

Some worthwhile nominees for "most colorful" here.

There is such great video from climbing Everest and other big mountains now that I feel no urge at all to climb them myself. (Not that I ever did, or would.)

The irrepressible Thunderf00t reviews some of the recent hyperloop hype. People who dislike sarcasm and savage commentary should stay away. (25 minute video.)

Very much related: "Why Hyperloop will FAIL HARD - It's Biggest Problem . . ." (16 minute video.)

Boy, there used to be a lot of weird bleep in this country.