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Highlights of Western Turkey: Along the Aegean Coast

July 31, 2017 by Nustrim CLeave a Comment

Highlights of Western Turkey: Along the Aegean Coast

Western Turkey is rich with cultural and historical sites as well as stunning natural beauty. The region has previously played host to a great number of ancient civilisations. The Western region of Turkey stretches from Istanbul, all the way along the Aegean coast to the southern seaside resort of Marmaris, past pristine beaches, traditional towns various UNESCO World Heritage sites. Turkey Tours can take you to visit some of the region's top … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Australia, Beach, Castle, Caves, Culture, Food and Wine, Istanbul, Markets, Mountain Climbing, Museum, New Zealand, Resort, Restaurants, Ski Trip, Spa, Village, Vineyards

The Top 10 Reasons I Love Taipei

June 18, 2017 by Kaila Yu6 Comments

The Top 10 Reasons I Love Taipei

Taipei City is the capital city of Taiwan, a state in East Asia bounded by China, Japan and the Philippines. It is the political, economic, educational and cultural centre of Taiwan (or more correctly The Republic of China), a modern metropolis with a thriving economy and a vibrant tourism industry. People who flock to Taipei are there for the street food, the night markets, the historical artifacts, the hot springs and its many upscale shops. If … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Asia, China, Culture, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, Hiking, History, Hot springs, Japan, Los Angeles, Markets, Mountain Climbing, Museum, National Park, Oyster, Philippines, Seafood, Shopping Mall

Discover the Mekong – a different way to travel Thailand

June 6, 2017 by Joann CLeave a Comment

Discover the Mekong – a different way to travel Thailand

Exploring a country by river offers an entirely new perspective to traveling. When the country in question is Thailand, and the river the Mekong, it makes for an unrivalled way to discover one of southeast Asia's prize gems. Grab your paddle, and lets river cruise. Southeast Asia is far more than the beaches and lagoons you see in holiday brochures. Head inland, and you'll see a network of waterways linking communities, and making for some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Asia, Beach, Bridges, Burma, Cambodia, Cruising, Culture, Fishing, Food and Wine, Laos, Lifestyle, Markets, Monks, Shopping Mall, Thailand, Wildlife

Penang – An Embodiment of Creative Disruption

May 19, 2017 by Jarard Paige1 Comment

Penang – An Embodiment of Creative Disruption

George Town, Penang Much like the street art and street (“hawker”) food that seem to serve as the first definition of modern day Penang, the city is one that is best experienced through the senses. Though the city is still trying to create an identity for itself after it was stripped of such comfort during WWII, it is using vibrant, creative solutions to tell its history, share its beauty and humor, and redevelop itself as Malaysia’s thriving … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Asia, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, California, Culture, England, Festival, Food and Wine, History, Houston, India, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Markets, Panama City, Puerto Rico, Rainforest, Resort, Scuba Diving

Oh, the Eating in Lyon is To-Die-For

March 14, 2017 by PinkyTravelTitaLeave a Comment

Oh, the Eating in Lyon is To-Die-For

Lyon is considered France’s capital of gastronomy. And with good reason. With the highest concentration of restaurants per capita in the country, Lyon lies in an enviable position. Literally. It’s surrounded by the best sources of raw ingredients and fresh produce. And this allows the city and its people the ability to create some of the best dishes in the world. Bresse chicken and Charolais beef from the north (with Bresse chicken dubbed as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Asia, Chocolate, Coffee, Crawdad, Culinary travel, Food and Wine, France, Markets, Restaurants, Seafood, Spain, Wine Tasting

Xi’an Belongs to the World

December 18, 2016 by Abdul Rastagar5 Comments

Xi’an Belongs to the World

Chinese culture belongs not only to the Chinese but also to the whole world,” said former Chinese president Hu Jintao. If Chinese culture does indeed belong to the world, then, without a doubt, the place to explore it is Xi’An. If you’ve never heard of it before, you’re probably not alone. Oddly, one of China’s most interesting and unique cities is not particularly well known to the outside world, especially considering its historical … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Arabic, Art, Bridges, Bus Travel, China, Culture, Food and Wine, Golf, History, Journey, Markets, Mosque, Music, Seafood, Shanghai, Shopping Mall, Train Travel

Visiting the best of Northern Vietnam

December 8, 2016 by Joaquim Miro2 Comments

Visiting the best of Northern Vietnam

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live with in a rural community, deep in the northern mountains of Vietnam?   Eating local delicacies and drinking happy water into the later hours of the night?   Away from the bustling noise of the city and all the tourism?   Waking up with the farmers as the sun comes up, hearing the sound of roosters singing in the valleys?   I always … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Bus Travel, China, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Flowers, Food and Wine, Markets, Motorbike, Passport, Vietnam, Village, Wine Tasting

The Doll Lady of Wisconsin

November 18, 2016 by Sharon Nadja Zajdman3 Comments

The Doll Lady of Wisconsin

On the first anniversary of my mother’s passing, a letter was forwarded to me from the Holocaust Center. My mother had been prominent in Holocaust Education. A woman in Wisconsin was writing a book and looking for my mother to provide her with background information.   The Center didn’t know what to do with the letter, so they forwarded it to me. Enclosed were photographs of my mother, taken in her home. I called the woman in Wisconsin … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Antiques, Art, Canada, Cell Phone, Chicago, Cruising, Drinking, England, Fashion, Flowers, Food and Wine, Garden, Greece, Hawaii, History, London, Markets

Cologne Christmas Markets: 5 Most Important Things to Bring with You

October 26, 2016 by Buzz CLeave a Comment

Cologne Christmas Markets: 5 Most Important Things to Bring with You

Every last Monday just before Advent, bright lights, lively Christmas carols, and magical festivities officially signal the start of the year’s Christmas holidays in Cologne, Germany. Known as the Christmas Markets, it is one of the busiest times of the year in the already crowded city. Millions of tourists from the four corners of the globe flock to Cologne to bring home Christmas goodies sold at the numerous Budens that dot the city center. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Christmas, Euro, Germany, Markets, Music, Shopping Mall, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

Ultimate Guide To Chiang Mai’s 10 Most Exceptional Markets

October 5, 2016 by Taiss NowrouziLeave a Comment

Ultimate Guide To Chiang Mai’s 10 Most Exceptional Markets

Anyone who has ever planned a visit to Chiang Mai has, most likely, come across the recommendation to experience one of the massive and remarkable markets. Whether doing research online or just asking others who have visited, tourists find that visiting a market while in Chiang Mai is one of the top things to do. Whether it's due to the liveliness, inexpensive goods, tasty treats, or the fact that the temperature is perfect year-round and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Cell Phone, Coffee, Dessert, Fashion, Flowers, Food and Wine, Hill Tribe, Ice Cream, Journey, Markets, Massage, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Spa, Sushi, Thailand, Traffic, Tropical Fruit, Walking tour

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