Articles by JC Santos
Exploring The Art of Plastic Japanese Food
You see them displayed in almost every Tokyo restaurant outside. You might have believed them to be real, but "sampuru" or plastic Japanese food is certainly inedible -- but they are a big Japanese industry and they can last for years on a shelf.
The Brooklyn Blackout Shake Cake Is Your Future Beach Body's Nightmare
The Brooklyn Blackout Shake Cake is all you need to destroy your beach body dreams. Chef Isidori of Black Tap joins forces with NYC's Little Cupcake Bakeshop in bringing a treat for sugar and sweet addicts everywhere.
Would You Buy Swiss Mountain Bottled Air For About $100?
In the future of air pollution, bottled air is soon to become big business. John Green's Swiss mountain bottled air sells for more than $100 -- which in the near future, could increase beyond measure if current air pollution worsens.
India's New Hyperloop Railway Guarantees Hour-Long Cross-Country Trips
Hyperloop One's vision of "connecting the world" starts with connecting the entire country of India. Plagued by decades of infrastructure problems and horrendous traffic, Hyperloop One's vacuum and magnet-based transport technology aims to guarantee hour-long cross country trips.
Vacation Screw Ups? Reverse The Situation In Five Ways
Anything can go wrong during a vacation, but if one reacts objectively and performs these five things, things could go from worst to best.
The Heaviest Drinking Nations In The World
If you were to guess the country with the most consumed alcohol, would it be Germany? The United States? The data from the World Health Organization might shock you.
Donald Trump's Paris Insults Met With Mocking Hospitality From French President
US President Donald Trump said Paris is "no longer a safe destination" to which French President Francois Hollande replies to the American President that a trip to Euro Disney could change his mind about France completely.
Tokyo Olympics 2020: Five Things You Need To Know
In three years, the world would witness how amazing Tokyo Olympics 2020 could possibly be. But before anything, here are five things about Tokyo's efforts for the Olympics worth knowing about.
Countries Where You Can See Giant Pandas
Giant pandas are not only in China's zoos. Worldwide, five zoos in Europe and a handful in the United States and Asia are home to panda pairs tasked to breed and live their lives in well-maintained zoos.
Parisians Can Now Experience Living In A Finnish Home With The Koti Sleepover Project
The KOTI Sleepover project is meant to bring a taste of the definition of a Finnish home into the heart of Paris. Interior Architect Linda Bergroth strived to bring the definition of a Finnish home where one "could sleep over in Finland" and "wake up in Paris."
The Cottage In Iceland From Where You Can Watch The Northern Lights
Iceland is a powerhouse for tourism but nothing could compare to the experience seeing the Aurora Borealis for the first time. Make it special with a stay in this beautiful cottage.
The Top Five Airlines In The World According To 'The Points Guy'
The air travel website recently revealed which airlines in the world make air flights more enjoyable and offer better value for money based on airfare, baggage and other miscellaneous fees, rewards systems and air routes.
The Most Outrageous Fast Food Items Around The World
Fast food items are already fatty but customers love them. When these came out, promoters thought they needed to do something unique -- and they did. These five are just so outrageous - looking but they do taste lovely.
The Consequences Of Adding More Airline Seats
Airlines have been cramming and adding more seats to defeat the market. However, they are legally entitled to do so -- with a few caveats.
Las Vegas E-Sports Arena Aimed At Younger Travelers
E-Sports is set to boom in the next decade and Las Vegas is riding the wave with a new gigantic E-sports arena with Internet speeds up to 1 gigabyte, gaming facilities and a dedicated competition arena.
How To Book European Buses And Trains Using Wanderu
Need to reserve your tickets for a train or bus ride off in Europe a few months before? Wanderu, the most famous transport booking app in America, has expanded its routes to Europe. The route list is still updating but is likely to complete by the end of 2017.
What Makes Norway's Coffee Culture Unique?
Italy is not just the owner of the connoisseur coffee crown with its lattes and espressos. Norway's black coffee rich with fruit-like quality and a world record for the most coffee consumed per person annually has something to say.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport Declared Safe After Nerve Gas Attack
Kuala Lumpur officials declare the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 as a "safe zone" after surveys and sweeps of a deadly nerve agent that killed North Korean Political Exile Kim Jong-Nam, half-brother to North Korean Leader Kim Jong-Un, came with results indicating no contamination.
Five Ways To Deal With Culture Shock Before Traveling
Traveling is fun and enjoyable -- until one has to deal with the negative aspects of the destination's culture. Here are five ways to help one deal with possible culture shock.
How Travel Can Cure Depression
One could not just tell someone depressed to "get over it." Circumstances are not the only reasons for depression -- but a chemical imbalance. A great travel itinerary, good experiences and life lessons are better medical prescriptions that could just help the hopelessly depressed.
This Business Uses Travel And Meditation As Breakup Remedies
Breakups are the toughest things one has to deal with on this planet. Support programs are welcome -- but lack an apparent quality some might need -- such as a better location or activities. These two businesses focus on improving you through meditation, retreats and new friendships.
The Mystery And Wonder Behind The Many Public Pianos In Airports And Streets Worldwide
Pianos in airports, public parks and recreational venues -- they were there for a reason. One is because one artist dreamed of an urban recreational setting for music in the form of a performance art installation and another is to express creativity and create free entertainment for waiting passengers.
The Five Best Cities For Bachelor Parties
Bachelor parties need to be memorable, stimulating and exciting. These five cities are the best when it comes to making memories and even having that night you will never forget.
US Hotel CEOs 'Silently' Share Their US Travel Ban Sentiments
Hotel Chains -- particularly their CEOs -- have remained quiet as travel agencies and pro-US tourism organizations had voiced out their opposition against US President Donald Trump's travel ban. In a subtle manner, they have voiced out their own observations and opposition against it.
Overworking Or Travel Employment: The New American 'Status Symbols'
Status symbols today is not about how nice one's car is or how high-paying the job is. "Humblebrags" , the appearance of being busy and hardworking -- and also having control of one's working time and leisure are the new American standards for a good life.
Five Ways The Future Air Travel Would Look Like
Air travel is set to become free of charge in the future -- if logistics and tie-ups with companies and business work well according to RyanAir's CEO. It is also set to be powered by the Sun, turn seats in all classes into beds during the night and even include a spa.
Five Timeless Travel Gadgets For Travelers
Travel gadgets will always be imperative for the modern traveler -- and these five gifts will always be perfect for their adventures.
Monthly-Changing 'Virtual Offices': Work Remote, See The World With This Startup Company
"Terminal 3" vows to invest in your individuality and your personal, professional and life goals while you travel in different venues to work with virtual office groups monthly -- including different countries. The company also plans your travel itinerary to maintain a proper work-life balance.
Five People Skills Consistent Traveling Will Help You Develop
Traveling is not only for enjoyment or leisure. Planning travels are a handful and the passion to see new places and experience new things develops this skill of planning -- but this is just one of the five things one could possibly learn with consistent travels.
Science Eyes Liquid Nitrogen As Alternative To Fuel For Sustainable Air Travel
For the future of the environment and driving down future costs of air travel, scientists look into liquid nitrogen as the best replacement for fossil fuel -- and in fact, decades of liquid nitrogen research and tests that prove it is viable for the task.
