A Castle That Made Him Feel Small | Global News

J.D. Vance, now U.S. Vice President, recounts a transformative 2013 trip to Wales where he and his wife Usha visited the ancient Caernarfon Castle — a UNESCO site older than English settlers in America. Struck by its timeless grandeur, Vance felt profoundly small, realizing how fleeting human lives are against the backdrop of centuries. Inspired, they began a tradition of offbeat travel, seeking deep cultural immersion over tourist snapshots, savoring local breakfasts and exploring hidden castles like Conwy. Each day reinforced a humbling truth: we’re just brief moments in history’s endless river. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ac6c3270fd2a4adc