Transporting an urn to Spain by plane: what you need to know
Transporting an urn to Spain can cause some concern for families who wish to hold a funeral or scattering ceremony on the islands. This is especially relevant for German families, now that the German postal service (Deutsche Post / DHL Group) has suspended its urn shipping service. Despite this change, it is still possible to […]
Famous people you didn’t know were buried at sea. Vol.1
When we think of famous people and their final resting places, we often picture grand cemeteries, marble tombstones, or mausoleums that draw crowds of admirers. Yet, for some, the ultimate farewell meant something far more fluid and eternal. Whether as a tribute to the ocean or a symbolic gesture of freedom, these figures had their […]
The History of Sea Burials
A Timeless Tribute Across Cultures From Polynesia to Scandinavia, sea burials have been a meaningful farewell ritual throughout history, shaped by different cultures and their connection to the ocean. Often practiced by seafaring communities, these ceremonies reflect humanity’s deep spiritual bond with water—a symbol of purification, transition, and the soul’s journey to the afterlife. […]