We have reached a tipping point at many of our planet’s most beautiful and special destinations, and you may want to visit them before it’s too late. Whether it is environmental or human related issues affecting these historic and natural locations, they are in danger of being destroyed. The World Heritage Convention and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have picked these four heritage attractions as at-risk and in danger. These sites include the Everglades National Park and Belize’s Barrier Reef. Let’s explore what heritage sites are in danger and why so we can understand what’s going on in our world.

Belize Barrier Reef

Running Belize’s entire coastline, this living wall is protecting the environment from rough seas and is the largest reef system in the Northern Hemisphere. The reef is home to countless fish and coral species and is in danger from overfishing, poor water quality and development without environmental concerns. This is one of the planet’s best snorkeling and scuba diving spots and it may be destroyed by human interference soon.  If we don’t enforce some strict environmental laws in the area soon, we may lose this amazing reef like we are already losing the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

Chan Chan

In Peru an ancient civilization thrived before the Spanish Conquistadors invaded the area and even predated the mighty Incan civilization. The Chimu people built the largest mud brick city in the entire world at the site called Chan Chan. This incredible archeological dig is ever changing because rain and weather are turning the mud bricks slowly back into mud and the crumbling infrastructure will only increase over time. See this magnificent site before it’s gone forever. The Incas eventually conquered the Chimu people but they left a real mark on Latin America.

Everglades National Park

Located in Southern Florida and encompassing 1.5 million acres of swampland, The Everglades National Park is in danger because rising sea levels are saturating the freshwater table with seawater and many of the animals and plant life are dying off. The Everglades are home to many species of animals and foliage that thrive nowhere else on the planet. Home to alligators, crocodiles, manatees, and countless other rare species, the Everglades are in serious danger and so are all these beautiful animals. The rising sea levels are seriously affecting the region and it is beginning to show signs of deterioration.

Portobelo-San Lorenzo

This Caribbean port city was originally built to protect Spanish gold and other treasures so it was a favorite spot for pirates. Pirates ruled the Caribbean waters in the 17^th and 18^th centuries and no ship was safe from their plundering ways. The fishing town has some incredible ruins of the Old Spanish naval base to the large amount of sunken ships in the harbor. With plenty to explore and tourism increasing, this heritage site is in danger of being built over as there is no regulations in this region of Panama. Take in the Old Spanish architecture and the beautiful ruins before it’s too late.

The US State Department issued another and more widespread travel alert for much of Europe this summer. This comes on the heels of recent travel warnings for Europe, which are a response to increased chatter from terrorist organizations. There have been some major terrorist attacks and activity in Europe and specifically France in the past few years. Summer is the busiest travel season and many European nations count on this yearly boom for their gross national income.

Details

The travel alert is issued on May 1, 2017 and runs until September 1, 2017. The US State Department believes that with all the recent terrorism at busy tourist attractions in Europe and increases chatter show signs of impending danger. The extremists are hell-bent on spreading their fear and terror by attacking the western civilization at the heart of their freedom.

France

Recent attacks in France have made huge headlines and many people have been affected by these incidents. Paris is an international city with millions of tourists each summer, so a travel warning like this could hurt their bottom line. Will this travel alert make people reconsider their summer travel plans, only time will tell?

The Alert mentions Paris as a possible site where terrorism could occur and that should worry people with plans through that city.

Russia

Russia seems to be in continuous turmoil and this summer season is no different. The country has been the target of terrorists in the past and many of those are homegrown threats. If you have plans to visit Russia, I would check with the US embassy just in case.

Great Britain

Great Britain has many strong ties to the United States and that makes them and their territories targets of terrorist organizations. London is one of the most visited cities in Europe and now the State Department is warning US citizens about the threat of a terrorist attack in that city this summer.

Islamic State and al-Qaida

The two main terrorist groups responsible for all these threats and attacks are the Islamic State (ISIS) and Al-Qaida. They have plenty of operatives already in place all over Europe and these sleeper cells are waiting for the opportunity to strike. The US State Department doesn’t believe that these attacks are imminent but there are strong possibilities.

What You Should Do

If you already have travel plans for Europe this summer, it may be too late to change your plans. If this is the case, don’t worry, the odds of being in a terrorist attack are very minimal and just being smart will help you out. If you plan on traveling to the alerted areas, contact the local embassy or consulate and see if there are any new developments. Watch media and see if there are any new warnings.

Look for things that are odd or out of the normal but overall just try and enjoy yourself. Life is too short to let the terrorists win, let’s keep living our free lives and we will always win in the face of adversity.

Divorce is a reality for so many individuals at one point or another. Getting a new start is something that is frequently done after a divorce. This is truly a time of change that can create a multitude of stress. Children make moving after divorce almost impossible as seeing them regularly should be a priority. Couples without children can move to completely different parts of the world if they think this is best. Moving can be a new start for a person that has been in a marriage to reinvent themselves. The following are things that you should consider when moving after a divorce. 

Figuring Out Where To Settle Down 

There are some people that know exactly where they want to be after a divorce. Others might have to start doing research to see what cities appeal to them the most. Living in a city for a short period of time if possible can allow you to see whether the energy of the city works for you. There are so many options for rentals to explore a city that you can choose from. Look at everything from entertainment options to how much money you can save by moving. 

A City With A Low Cost Of Living

Moving for the job of a spouse happens frequently and with no connections to a city, a person recently divorced will likely move. Remote work has changed the way the world operates with people flocking from large cities. The pandemic revealed all of the drawbacks of living in a large city including restrictions imposed by politicians that do not follow the restrictions themselves. 

Living anywhere in the world can open up possibilities that you could not have explored if you were still married. Moving abroad can be a great way to save money towards retirement while improving your quality of life. Locations like Portugal and Thailand are great for digital nomads if you have the ability to earn online. Check with your Raleigh divorce lawyer if there are any stipulations that have to do with alimony or other payments that need to be made. 

Employment Opportunities

There are so many job markets that are very healthy in today’s world. Freelancing can be an option until you find full-time employment. Keeping your current job is the best option but not all companies will offer or can offer remote roles. A transfer could be possible if you work for a company with locations across the country. Explore as many possibilities as you can to ensure you are gainfully employed when moving. 

A City That Lends Itself To Your Hobbies

There might be a few hobbies that you are passionate about. Living near the water is great if you like to go kayaking, fishing, or go to the beach. The mountains can be perfect for a person that loves to hike and enjoy nature. Being able to enjoy all a city or town has to offer can be very important when it comes to enjoying your life after divorce. 

A divorce can be a jarring experience that leads you to need some change. Moving to a new location can allow you to enjoy life to the fullest.