内容摘要：People used to multiply a cat’s age by seven to guess their human age. That method is outdated and misleading. It ignores how rapidly cats develop early on, and it can lead to underestimating their needs as they get older.

People used to multiply a cat’s age by seven to guess their human age. That method is outdated and misleading. It ignores how rapidly cats develop early on, and it can lead to underestimating their needs as they get older.

in droves to work at big companies such as Amazon and Google.Locals told me I could find the booming scene in the South Lake Union neighborhood, home of the

. The company's presence in more than 30 office buildings led to the neighborhood's nickname, "Amazonia."Before visiting, I expected to find nothing but business-centric streets lined with glass skyscrapers in a tech-fueled neighborhood. So I was surprised by the large presence of nature in South Lake Union.The neighborhood borders Lake Union, where I explored a waterfront park filled with runners, bicyclists, picnickers, and geese. Locals said the park is dead on the weekends, but tech workers frequent it during the week. Nearby, the Google building had a whole forest of trees on the rooftop.

I'd never seen a free banana stand before.The pop of color caught my eye while strolling through "Amazonia." In an outdoor space between Amazon buildings in South Lake Union, the bright yellow trailer is hard to miss.

I got a closer look and saw boxes full of bananas beneath the awning, and a sign that read, "Take one — not just for Amazonians but for anyone in the community."

I didn't expect to find aFrom Amsterdam, you can take day trips by train to Haarlem, Zaanse Schans, Utrecht, and Rotterdam.

It is a great mix of beaches, culture, and easy navigation, with a relaxed, sunny vibe that’s ideal for first-time visitors.Although Barcelona is a southern beach town, it ticks a lot of boxes for first-time European travelers. For starters, the metro is affordable, extensive, and easy to use. You can explore most of the city without needing a car, and walking around neighborhoods like El Born, the Gothic Quarter, or Gràcia is part of the fun.

English is commonly spoken in hotels, restaurants, and major attractions, so you’ll get by comfortably even without knowing Spanish or Catalan.There’s no shortage of things to do, either. You can relax at the beach, explore markets like