【推荐1】Bridges are one of the best constructional inventions in the history and some have become household tourist destinations.

Storseisundet Bridge is one of the most popular tourist routes in the country. The mountain views from the top are truly spectacular, but the route is a little demanding. The bridge is often described as “The road to nowhere”, as it seems to stretch into the far distance. If you are a fan of that thrill you get on a roller coaster, crossing this bridge will be an incredible experience.

While most brides are made from wood or steel, the Keshwa Chaca Bridge is made from woven grass and it has lasted for 500 years. It was the Incas who initially built the bridge. Women braided small thin ropes which the men then used to braid large support cables. The result is this fantastic bridge which demonstrates the talents of the Incas and their amazing construction methods.

Being one of the most famous bridges in the world, U Bein Bridge crosses the Taungthaman Lake in Myanmar and is 1.2 km long. Constructed in 1850, it’s regarded as the global oldest teakwood bridge. It is now a popular attraction that makes for some beautiful photos at sunset. Locals stand along the bridge selling souvenirs and you can cross the entire bridge by foot.

The Slater Bridge is located in the Lake District, England’s largest national park. Each year, more than 15 million people come to explore the largest lakes, forests, and mountains in this attraction. This bridge is handmade—it has a long slate slab that crosses the River Brathay from Little Langdale Tarn to Elterwater. In 2017, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

【推荐2】Athens: More than a Summer Holiday Destination

While the Greek islands are popular for summer holidays, Athens is a year-round destination. So even if you’re flying to Greece just for the island sun, here are a few reasons to spend time in the capital too!

The Acropolis

Even if you’re not a fan of history, some of the ancient sites you just have to visit — and this is probably the most famous one in Athens. The Acropolis is an ancient city at the top of a hill, and here you’ll see the Parthenon, a temple built almost 2,500 years ago. It’s worth climbing up, too, for the views — of the sea, mountains and Lycabettus Hill rising up between the city’s apartment buildings.

The streets of Plaka and Monastiraki

If you still have energy after climbing the Acropolis, take a walk around the nearby area. Yellow and white buildings look down on the smooth stone streets of the area known as Plaka. Stop at the gift shops or take a break from the sun with a Greek coffee or a traditional meal in one of the local restaurants — or tavernas. Walk on and you’ll soon find yourself in the narrower streets of Monastiraki with its flea markets on all sides, giving you a real Greek experience.

Panathenaic Stadium

Close to the center of town and not far from the National Garden is the ancient Panathenaic Stadium, which was restored for the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. It’s also the place where the Athens marathon finishes every year, so if you like running, you too could feel like an Olympic winner!

The coast

When you’re in the center of Athens, it doesn’t feel much like a coastal city, but the sea is just a few minutes’ drive away. The beaches get better the further south you go, or you can walk by the boats in the shadow of the stylish new opera house.

【推荐1】Late nights, early starts, nightmares, anxiety, children ... there are so many things that can cut into our shut-eye. When does that threaten our health — and what can we do about it?

To start with the basics: if you are getting anywhere from seven to nine hours a night, you’re probably fine. But you should certainly get concerned with consistently sleeping less than seven hours a night, and really concerned if it dropped to six or below. “If you are waking up a lot in the night, this will impact the quantity and quality of your sleep, which can lead to harm in your immune system, impairment in gut (肠道) health and many other side-effects,” says Christopher Barker, a personal trainer and sleep management adviser. “It may be an indicator of a sleep disorder or another underlying health condition — if you’re concerned about any of these issues, it’s worth talking to your doctor.”

So what is your best bet for catching some quality Zs? Well, start during the day. Try to expose yourself to sunlight during the day to keep your circadian rhythms on track. Physical activity can also help: sleep and exercise have a bidirectional relationship. In a 2022 poll, participants who undertook vigorous physical activity tended to fall asleep faster, woke up less during the night and woke up feeling refreshed, compared with non-exercisers.

When it’s time for bed, make sure you turn in at a reasonably consistent hour, and keep your sleep hygiene in shape. “You should try to keep your weekend routine within one to two hours of your weekday one, and keep them highly consistent,” says Barker. “I’d also suggest keeping your bedroom free of electronics, and keep it cool and dark. I often work with athletes, and one of the first things I ask them to do is activate their devices’ night mode, which cuts down on the emission of blue light that can impede sleep. Ideally, stay off all of your devices for an hour before bed.”

Oh, and taking a deep breath really can work: there is evidence that it activates your parasympathetic nervous system (副交感神经系统) and winds you down.

【推荐2】“Big boys don’t cry.” “Don’t be a baby.” Have you ever heard any of these phrases?

We all cried when we were babies. But now that we’re adults, many of us often try to hold back our tears particularly at work or in public.     1     But is it? Or is the act of crying tears actually healthy?

According to a science report, it can be good for our health to cry tears, especially in the right situation. Having a good cry might exactly be what is needed. Some experts even suggest that we may harm ourselves in some way by not tearing up regularly.     2     It is the process of opening into ourselves.

    3     Studies of the various kinds of tears have found that emotional tears contain higher levels of stress hormones (荷尔蒙). Emotional tears also contain more mood-benefiting chemical elements than the other types of tears.

The health benefits of crying are so strongly believed by the Japanese that they have taken it to the next level. There are now some “crying clubs” in some cities in Japan.     4     They believe that crying fights stress and is a great practice to stay mentally healthy.

    5     We can find safe spaces to cry in our day-to-day environment and get the physical and emotional rewards of crying, without fear of judgment. We don’t need to hide the tears during a sad movie or news report. We want to stay healthy and be us.

【推荐1】Feeling adventurous? You can take one of MacBike’s maps that take you into Amsterdam and beyond.

The north of Amsterdam is picturesque Waterland, with expansive green grass and beautiful cloudscapes. MacBike’s Waterland route (路线) takes you into the characteristic landscape, along water courses, windmills and unique little villages with wooden houses and farms.

There are more than one thousand sculptures (雕塑) and other interesting works in the streets and parks of Amsterdam. From classic to modern, there is something for everyone. The “Art on the Edge” route allows you to discover some three hundred works of art on the street, in parks and in hidden places.

This cycle route takes you past internationally famous highlights including the eastern harbour area, the special Amsterdam School brick architecture and a few lesser-known yet surprisingly interesting examples of modern architecture dating back to the 19th century.

This cycle route takes you to the internationally famous Eastern Docklands and the other city areas, with a lot of interesting modern architecture. You cycle across the islands of Java, Borneo, KNSM and Sporenburg, where you can see port buildings amongst interesting town planning.