Sammy Tran articles

Americans are finding out that “free” healthcare abroad comes with unexpected trade-offs.

Americans look with longing at the universal health care systems of other countries, but there are still some things they need to know.
February 19, 2026 Sammy Tran

Airlines Call These Delays “Standard,” But They Keep Ruining Everybody’s Vacation

Airlines classify many delays as normal, but for travelers these setbacks can ruin their whole vacation.
February 12, 2026 Sammy Tran

Countries That Seem Relaxed—Until Tourists Accidentally Break One Of Their Strict Laws

Even the most relaxed and secure countries have surprisingly strict laws and local regulations that you must be aware of.
February 2, 2026 Sammy Tran

My seatmate spilled his sugary drink all over my laptop. Now all the keys are stuck and the airline did nothing to help. What can I do?

If your personal property is damaged by another traveller, you may be out of luck, But there are still some actions you can take to minimize the cost and inconvenience.
January 15, 2026 Sammy Tran

Archaeologists in Turkey uncovered the first T-shaped stone pillar with a human face at Karahantepe, rewriting the history of the Late Stone Age.

Archaeologists at Karahantepe near Göbekli Tepe in southeastern Turkey found a mysterious stone pillar decorated with a carved human face, the first of its kind ever seen here.
November 14, 2025 Sammy Tran

The Zenú People: Colombia’s Ancient Canal Builders

The Zenú people built a flourishing civilization out of wild flood‑plain rivers and marshes in the remote regions of northern Colombia.
November 7, 2025 Sammy Tran

Researchers in the Andes used satellite imagery to discover an ingenious network of traps built by ancient hunters who predated the Incas by centuries.

In 2025, archaeologists in the Andes discovered the remnants of prehistoric hunting traps built thousands of years ago.
October 17, 2025 Sammy Tran

The Himba People: Namibia’s Last Nomadic Tribe

The Himba are one of Africa’s most visually stunning and culturally resilient tribes, balancing tradition with the growing influence of the modern world.
August 28, 2025 Sammy Tran
Dangerous Beaches

17 Of The World's Most Dangerous Beaches

Beaches are some of the most popular tourist destinations for a reason. After all, it? there anything better than a day at the beach? Unfortunately, these beaches contain hidden dangers.
June 25, 2025 Sammy Tran