A scarf is a perfect travel accessory because of its versatility. A scarf can be worn to keep you warm, protect you from the sun, or cover you for modesty. It can also make a fashion statement and help dress up an outfit. Scarves also travel well. Most scarves are lightweight enough to easily fit into your luggage, purse, or backpack without taking up too much room. I don’t wear a scarf every day, but I always have at least one in my suitcase when traveling. In the winter, I use them to keep warm and stay cozy. In warm climates, I use them for keeping sun off my neck and shoulders and for adding a bit of flair to my wardrobe. A travel scarf can also be used as a blanket on a long-haul flight, as a shawl on a chilly beach, or as a head covering at a… Read the rest
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Importance of Visitor Donations to Free Entry Museums
I love museums and recently was saddened to hear about the closure of a local museum. I became interested in learning more about how museums operate and how they are funded. Today museums are an important part of many people’s travel experiences. They have become some of the most popular and most visited places in the world’s leading cities. Big museums like the Louvre in Paris, the British Museum in London, The Met in New York City, and the Uffizi in Rome receive millions of visitors a year. Museums are cultural institutions that preserve and promote culture through their collections, foster learning and research, and provide educational opportunities. Museums are also economic drivers (e.g., job creation, increasing tourism, taxes) and visiting them may even promote wellness and help us live longer! Museums, especially those that accept public money, are expected to make their collections as publically accessible to as many… Read the rest