J.D. Blackwell, Author at SplashTravels

WORLD HISTORY

Ancient DNA revealed that Europe's population changed dramatically 5,000 years ago, and scientists finally know why.

September 4, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

TRAVEL TIPS

My hotel advertised free parking, but every spot was full when I arrived. Can they still call it an included amenity?

August 26, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

TRAVEL TIPS

My hotel’s so-called “business center” was basically useless, and I missed an important meeting. Is the hotel responsible?

August 18, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

DESTINATIONS

Countries Where American Travelers Say The Food Was Better Than They Ever Expected

August 10, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

DESTINATIONS

US National Parks That Americans Say Are Better Than The Famous Ones

July 31, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

DESTINATIONS

Countries Where Americans Say Their Dollar Goes The Furthest

July 27, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

GUIDES

I bought my grandparents' lake house to earn extra income. But my relatives still expect to stay there on weekends rent free. Now what?

July 27, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

TRAVEL TIPS

An AI scan revealed damage to the undercarriage of my rental car that I never caused. Should I fight the charges?

July 23, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

Composite of a scuba diver taking a selfie and an underwater shipwreck

WORLD HISTORY

Archaeologists Discovered Shipwrecks In The Bahamas Linked To The Real Pirates Of The Caribbean

Discover how archaeologists uncovered Bahamas shipwrecks linked to the real Pirates of the Caribbean, revealing Nassau's pirate past, Henry Avery mysteries, underwater discoveries, and remarkable evidence from the Golden Age of Piracy.

July 23, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

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