I have to admit, the last tourist site that I was interested in visiting when I was in Edinburgh, was the former Royal Yacht Britannia.
It was well off the beaten path, and as far as I knew was just a boat.
What was the big deal?
Read MoreDrinking Champagne Out of Marie Antoinette's Breast (or, the history of champagne glasses)
The small bowl, or saucer-shaped champagne glass (called a coupe) is often claimed to be modeled on the left breast of the famed French aristocrat Marie Antoinette (1721-1793).
Read MoreStephenson, William Stephenson: Did you know that James Bond was based on a real person?
Often considered to be the inspiration for the romanticized, over-sexed spy, and credited with being a key player in the creation of the CIA, Sir William Samuel Stephenson was an inventor, real-life master spy, and businessman.
Read MoreSaving Pompeii: What Archaeologists Are Doing to Save This Important Site
Located at the base of a now dormant volcano, the ancient city of Pompeii is one of the most visited spots in Italy.
This incredible city, active archeological site, and invaluable piece of history always seems to be under constant threat, however. The site has to content with looting tourists, the elements, the Italian mafia (archeologists working at the site often receive death threats), and lack of funds for restoration.
Read MoreA Royal Parking Lot: The Discovery of King Richard III
In the fall of 2012, a team of archeologists from the University of Leicester discovered a skeleton under one of the town's parking lots. Shockingly, the skeleton turned out to be the lost remains in King Richard III who had been killed in battle in 1485!
Read MoreThe History of The Covered Passageways in Paris
If you are anything like me, one of your favourite things about travelling is finding those spots that transport you back in time, and for just a moment you can pretend that you are part of the era that gave birth to artistic genius, architectural marvels, or mysterious cultures.
Read MoreQueen Nefertiti: The Most Beautiful Woman In Ancient Egypt
Like Helen of Troy, the beauty of Queen Nefertiti has been documented throughout history and her likeness has been studied and revered since it's discovery.
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