How Iceland is Closing the Gender Pay Gap
A law took effect in Iceland on January 1, 2018, mandating women and men receive equal pay for equal work in business concerns employing more than 25 people. Of course, Iceland has long been recognized as a world leader in gender equality. Women must hold nearly half the Icelandic corporate board seats by law. Moreover, women hold some 41.5 percent of the island nation’s managerial positions. So, how is Iceland closing the gender wage gap? Let’s take a look. Society More Gender Equal Women have long held positions of power in Icelandic government. Its first democratically elected female president, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, inaugurated in August of 1980, was also the first…
Top 10 Bucket List Destinations
We all have bucket list destinations, places we absolutely must see in our lifetimes. These are the places that just have to be seen to be believed, where natural wonder overwhelms the senses and brings a sense of peace to the wandering mind. “This is it,” you will think, “I’m finally here.” By guiding you to the best rates for all your travel needs, Dunhill Travel Deals will help you make it happen. 1. The Swiss Alps, Switzerland Go in the winter and the Alps are a skier’s paradise. Go any other time and you’re still in for something special as the Alpine mountains make for some of the most breathtaking…
7 Places You Should Visit
Just a few more weeks remaining to bid adieu to the old year and look forward to the onset of New Year. With a whole brand new year lying ahead, many of us are deciding on New Year goals, new promises to follow resolutions, creating check list of things to accomplish and of course places to visit. Here’s our list of 7 places to include in your travel wish list. 1. South Iceland A far less documented and acknowledged destination, Iceland is incredibly picturesque and is blessed with astounding scenic beauty. The cold quaint country is emerging into a tourism hotspot thanks to its picture perfect vistas showcasing nature in…
Top European Sailing Destinations
Ever been on a cruise? Although many people are reluctant, thinking they'll get seasick or bored, the truth is actually quite the opposite. A cruise is a great way to see many different places in just a few days - and unpack only once. Cruisers offer plenty of on-board activities, and are actually "small cities" which have everything you can possibly need.
5 Game of Thrones Filming Locations You Should Visit
Game of Thrones, the hit HBO fantasy/political drama series, features a wide array of locations, in the fictional as well as the real world. Whether you’re a fan or just don’t know where to spend your next vacation you’re going to love these places. We bring you 5 of the best Game of Thrones filming locations you should visit. The Mystical and Frozen – Iceland Iceland was the perfect place to showcase the cruel and harsh conditions which rule on the wall and beyond it. This literal land of ice and fire offered a wide array of glaciers and lakes to the HBO directors, most nostably Lake Myvatn – the…
7 Amazing Natural Wonders to Add to Your Bucket List
The effects of human habitation on the natural world are significant, and much of it isn’t good: climate change, erosion, and other issues contribute heavily to the changing world landscape. There are approximately 200 natural sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and many are at risk of damage or destruction. If you’re putting off seeing some of these places, think on the fact that in some cases, there’s a good chance that they won’t always be around to see. Water Wonders: The Blue Hole and Plitvice The Blue Hole seems like a somewhat prosaic term, but it’s both accurate and an incredible understatement, considering the jaw-dropping nature of the…
7 Unusual Alcohols You Might Regret Trying
1. Amazake Although the alcohol percentage of this Japanese drink is low, it doesn’t make it any easier to imbibe. White, thick and with an aftertaste – this is one highly suspicious-looking liquid. Like many Asian alcohols, it’s made from rice, though in this case it often feels like the rice has barely disintegrated and you’re in fact drinking a slightly more watery tin of rice pudding. It can be quite difficult to find outside of Japanese supermarkets and convenience stores. To be all the more Japanese about it, drink it hot on a winter’s evening. 2. Kvas Like most Russian beverages, Kvas is pretty lethal. The taste and colour…
6 Places Worth an Instagram
Instagram is quickly becoming the front runner on the social media scene, but there’s one posting faux pas that will land you with few followers despite the platform’s popularity: posting boring pictures. Sure, not every day in life is an adventure, but if people are going to follow along with pictures of the tiny minutiae of everyday life, that minutiae better be pretty. However, some of the most popular types of pictures on Instagram are without a doubt travel photos. When people are scrolling through their feed they want to be transported (whether they realize it or not) in to a scene that is better than the one they’re currently…
