Milford Sound.

Why Te Anau is the Best Base for Milford Sound

Milford Sound – or Piopiotahi, to give it the Maori name – is arguably New Zealand’s most prized attraction. The steep-walled fjord, lined with waterfalls, is a natural wonder on the west coast of the South Island. It’s also pretty remote, and most people use…
Michelangelo's frescoes from the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican.

Why I hated the Sistine Chapel

Despite its reputation as a must-see in Rome, I found the Sistine Chapel disappointing due to the crowds, strict rules, and rushed experience. The Conclave Fantasy If I was a cardinal, I would drag the Conclave to elect a new Pope out as long as…