Discovering our World

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

United States – Alaska. Part 2 – tourism

Alaska is truly different and unique. It has more mountains, glaciers, and wildlife than just about anywhere else in the world. Alaska is more than a pretty picture: it’s a rejuvenation destination. On an Alaska vacation, you’ll discover a connection… Continue Reading…


California’s National Parks

California is as vast as it is fascinating; it is home to very diverse natural landscapes. The numerous national parks are among the most popular destinations in California and are a must for those in search of open landscapes and a bit of… Continue Reading…


United States – Alaska. Part 1 – history and facts

Early Alaska The first human beings arrived in Alaska about 13,000 BC. At that time Alaska was part of a land bridge that extended across to Siberia. People followed the herds of animals they hunted. Europeans arrived in the area… Continue Reading…


California small towns – Malibu: part 1 – history and facts

“27 miles of scenic beauty” – these words on a wooden sign greet visitors to Malibu, nicknamed “The Bu” by the locals. This greeting is in keeping with the reputation of this city located along the Pacific Coast Highway northwest… Continue Reading…


California’s small towns – Beverly Hills: part 7 – Greystone Mansion

Greystone Mansion, also known as Doheny Mansion, is a Tudor Revival mansion surrounded by distinctive English gardens, located on the Trousdale Estates in Beverly Hills. The house and grounds are often used in TV shows and as movie sets. The… Continue Reading…


How to rent an apartment in America?

It might seem that in order to rent an apartment in the USA, you need to have a legal residence, a job and some proof of your status. No, the dwelling of everyone, whether a tourist or a person considers… Continue Reading…


United States – Alabama. Part 2 – sightseeing and leisure.

Alabama offers many interesting attractions, pubs, bars and a wide range of accommodation. It is estimated that about 20 million tourists visit Alabama annually, including about 100,000 non-US tourists, including English, German, Japanese and Polish. Tourist attractions of Alabama Montgomery… Continue Reading…


California’s small towns – Beverly Hills: part 6 – Rodeo Drive

Rodeo Drive is a world-famous street where you can shop for luxury brands. The street stretches for about 2 miles and is flanked by well-kept sidewalks and flowerbeds along the middle. The three blocks between Wilshire Boulevard and South Santa Monica Boulevard… Continue Reading…


Cities around the world: Wrocław – part 1 – history and monuments

Wrocław, the capital of Lower Silesia, is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Poland. The geographical location, architecture and culture of the city make it unusual and attractive in many respects. Located at the foot of the… Continue Reading…


Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali was a heavyweight boxing champion with an impressive 56-win record, five losses and 37 knockouts before his retirement from boxing in 1981 at the age of 39. He was also known for his brave public stance against the… Continue Reading…