Discovering our World

Travel, beauty, fashion, style and lifestyle blog by Ashley Liddle

Cannabidiol (CBD): What we know and what we don’t

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound found mainly in the flowers and leaves of cannabis plants. It is known for its properties that support the body and mind. CBD interacts with our body’s endocannabinoid system of tiny receptors that play a… Continue Reading…


California small towns – Newport Beach: part 1 – history and facts

Newport Beach is a coastal city in Southern California bordered on the west by the Santa Ana River by Huntington Beach; in the north with the city of Costa Mesa, and in the east with the Crystal Cove State Park.… Continue Reading…


March 8 – International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is an annual holiday celebrated on March 8. Genesis In ancient Rome, in the first week of March, a holiday related to the beginning of the new year, motherhood and fertility, i.e. Matronalia, was celebrated. The name… Continue Reading…


United States – Arizona. Part 1 – history and facts

There is no consensus as to the origin of the name “Arizona”. “Ali shonak” or “Ari-son” in the Pima Indian language means “Little spring”, as does the word “Aleh-zone” in the Tohono O´odham language. The Spanish Indian “Ali Shonak” wrote… Continue Reading…


OC – Orange County

Orange County, known as “The OC,” is a prominent suburban region in Southern California, south of Los Angeles and part of the extended Los Angeles metropolitan area. As one of the southernmost counties in the state, Orange County is wealthier, with far less… Continue Reading…


California small towns – Malibu: part 3 – food and accommodations

Malibu is a calm residential area that seems to quiet down after sunset even though parties and events take place in the villas. Where to eat in Malibu Where to stay in Malibu It’s not impossible to stay overnight in… Continue Reading…


Cities around the world: Wrocław – part 2 – Wrocław today

Currently, Wrocław is the fourth largest city in Poland, with a population of approximately 650,000. residents. In terms of the area it occupies, the city is on the 5th position among all Polish cities, and in terms of the number… Continue Reading…


California small towns – Malibu: part 2 – the best places to visit

The enchanting beaches and the proximity to the studios in Los Angeles have made Malibu the perfect location for movie, music and sports stars and celebrities to make it their homes. But Malibu is more than just beautiful beaches, celebrity… Continue Reading…


How to – fear of traveling. Part 5 – siderodromofobia (fear of traveling by train)

I have already covered many issues related to the fear of traveling. An airplane, a ship or a car can cause stress to many people who experience areophobia, i.e. fear of flying by plane, nautophobia – fear of swimming or… Continue Reading…


February 14 – Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is an annual celebration of lovers on February 14. The name comes from St. Valentine, considered the patron saint of lovers. History Valentine’s Day has been celebrated in southern and western Europe since the Middle Ages. Northern and… Continue Reading…