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Five things I learned this week – 23 June 2025

Airport hotels, chocolate brownies, the Ark of the Covenant, the White Stripes and an annoyingly long fact check on the flag of Belize feature in this week’s slightly interesting discoveries. Hilton’s claim to the first airport hotel is complete nonsense The Hilton chain has long…

The Terrace of the Lions on Delos, Greece.

Where are the original lions of Delos?

The lions on the Terrace of the Lions, Delos, are replicas. However, it is possible to see the originals nearby. What is the Terrace of the Lions? The Terrace of the Lions is one of the most photographed landmarks on the Greek island of Delos.…

An old well amid the ruins of Delos, Greece.

Delos accommodation – is it possible to stay on the island?

Visiting Delos in Greece requires a ferry journey from Mykonos. Tourists cannot stay overnight on the sacred island. Here’s how to visit… Why visit Delos? The island of Delos has a unique place in Greek culture. It is the supposed birthplace of the Greek god…

The Spanish Inquisition exhibition in Granada, Spain.

Spanish Inquisition museum in Granada’s Palacio de los Olvidados | Review

In the historic Andalucian city of Granada, the Palacio de los Olvidados hosts a fascinating museum about the Spanish Inquisition. The Bull of Phalaris Well, it’s inventive. You’ve got to give them that. The Bull of Phalaris looks initially like a fairly mundane metal sculpture…

The Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Liberty Bell Center, Philadelphia: Opening times, price & visitor tips

This practical guide explains how to get to the Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It includes the exact opening hours and admission policy, parking and accessibility, and the best times to visit so you can plan a swift, low-stress stop at Independence Mall. A…

The Theatre of Dionysus in Athens. Greece.

Theatre of Dionysus: what first-time visitors need to know

How to plan a visit to the Theatre of Dionysus in Athens. This visitor guide, updated in January 2026, covers access, times, ticketing, and what to expect in the birthplace of drama. Theatre of Dionysus: History and overview The Theatre of Dionysus (or Dionysos Eleuthereus)…

Plan your visit to Chatham Historic Dockyard: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

First time visiting the Chatham Historic Dockyard? This practical guide, updated in Janaury 2026, covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility and how to get there. Brief overview of the Chatham Historic Dockyard Spanning 80 acres, the Chatham Historic Dockyard in Kent preserves 400 years…

Parking at Battle Abbey, Sussex: what you need to know

Parking at Battle Abbey in Sussex: what you need to know. A practical guide to arrival, costs, and visiting the historic 1066 battlefield. Battle Abbey was built on the site of the Battle of Hastings. This ruined abbey is one of Britain's most historic sites.…

Plan your visit to the Susannah Place Museum: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Susannah Place Museum in Sydney’s historic The Rocks district offers a rare window into working-class life from the mid-19th to the late 20th century. This guide (updated in January 2026) provides first-time visitors with author-verified details on opening hours, ticket prices, parking and practical…