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Alternative Destinations to Las Vegas

January 16, 2021 by Victoria Walsh1 Comment

Whether it's a roll of the dice, a flip of a card, a last-second buzzer-beater, or a pull of the slot handle, heading out for a weekend in Las Vegas can be a thrilling experience. There's nothing quite like the bright lights, atmosphere, and overall vibe of America's Sin City. Believe it or not, there are places worldwide that give Las Vegas a run for its money. If you're getting tired of the desert scenery in America, check out these four … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: America, Amsterdam, Australia, Canals, Casino, Culture, Desert, Fishing, Food and Wine, Garden, Hong Kong, Macau, Monaco, Museum, Resort, Restaurants, Singapore, Street Food, Surfing, Village

Scafell Pike the Easy Route to Conquer the Mountain for Yourself

January 11, 2021 by TrueFreedomSeekersLeave a Comment

Busy summit cairn at the top of Scafell Pike

If you’ve ever wondered how you can climb Scafell Pike in the Lake District the easy way then this route will guide you along the way. You don’t have to be fearful of this mighty beast of a mountain.  Just look at it like making an acquaintance with a new friend. And by the time you reach the summit, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear. Knowing that you made it to the top of England. Where to park for your route up Scafell Pike So let's kick … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: England, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Village, Walking tour

The Spirit of Columbia

January 10, 2021 by Dave1 Comment

COLUMBIA, MO - Columbia has a reputation for world-class festivals, big-time collegiate sporting events and outstanding outdoor recreation. There's always a palpable feeling of excitement as the city does everything in style. And, that's no different for Columbia's burgeoning hand-crafted beverage industry, which includes acclaimed microbreweries, distilleries, a cidery and an award-winning large-scale winery. "Like many destinations, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beer, Drinking, Festival, Film, Food and Wine, Missouri, Music, Nightlife, Restaurants, Village, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

A Stroll Down Memory Lane in George Town, Penang

December 26, 2020 by Teh Chin Liang6 Comments

Spending a day or two soaking in the colonial charm and beauty of George Town is the best way to discover this UNESCO World Heritage site. Visitors will be certainly mesmerized by the vivid and colorful murals and will be tempted by the delicious local foods. However, its character and heritage lie in its diversity of neighborhoods - one should also spend time wandering these streets. Once a free port under British rule, George Town was at its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Culture, England, Food and Wine, History, Malaysia, Sailing, Village, Walking tour

Blessing of New House Ceremony by Monks, Thailand

December 1, 2020 by Dave5 Comments

Family and friends began gathering the day before this auspicious date. The music started quietly at first but with the giant speakers waiting to be fully utilized, the sound was quickly turned up. This was not a quiet event but a 2 day chance to party! Dishes, utensils, pots and pans were all brought in from the nearby temple and a number of village elders showed up to help chop, dice, slice and prepare a huge feast. The music carried on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Food and Wine, Monks, Music, Thailand, Village

Madhya Pradesh Tourism Kicks-off A One-Of-Its-Kind All-Woman Biking Adventure With Thrillophilia

November 19, 2020 by Dave1 Comment

A road can be a destination too, it’s all about the perspective. Re-fueling the passion for solo travelling and bike riding amongst young and old alike, Madhya Pradesh tourism board is all set to kick-off an all-woman bike trip that will cover a total of approximately 1,500 KM in a span of 6 days. With 15 women riders from across the country leading the way, this initiative also sends a powerful and welcoming message to all who love to explore … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Asia, Bicycle, India, Journey, National Park, Village, Walking tour

Birdwatching in Lithuania: Witness the Autumnal Migration Phenomenon

November 10, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

With the annual autumnal bird migration gaining momentum, a Lithuanian ornithologist suggests three locations to turn the eyes to the skies and watch millions of different birds wing their way to the South. October 12, 2020, Lithuania. The annual autumnal bird migration, one of the most spectacular phenomena in the natural world, is back. Each fall, millions of birds leave their breeding grounds in the Northern Hemisphere to winter in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa, Animal Rescue, Asia, Biosphere, Europe, Museum, National Park, Paradise, Russia, Sand, Venice, Village, Wildlife

The Most Unique Vineyard & Winery in the World

November 1, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

In 2002, Oenologue, Sébastien Thépénie responded to an ad to work at a winery in French Polynesia. Wait a minute. There is vineyard and a winery in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean? The answer is yes - on the remote Rangiroa atoll, one of the world's largest coral atolls. And certainly one of the most isolated vineyards on the planet. Today Sébastien oversees the viticulture and winemaking for Domaine Vin de Tahiti. This extremely unique … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South Pacific · Tagged: Art, Beach, Drinking, Europe, Harvest, Palm Trees, South Pacific, Tahiti, Village, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

A Week in Guadalcanal: Notes from the Solomon Islands

October 1, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

Where are the Solomon Islands? This country is located in the Coral Sea close to Papua New Guinea and about a 3 hour flight north east of Brisbane Australia. Typically not a cheap destination, either flights, hotels, car rental or food (which in our experiences, was basic and bland). Known as the 'hapi isles' for its friendly people, for its marine life, and significant World War II history. The main airport is in Honiara, the capital city. I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South Pacific · Tagged: Airport, Australia, Beach, Bicycle, Drinking, Food and Wine, History, Papua New Guinea, Rainforest, Sand, Village, Walking tour

Winchcombe Farm in Warwickshire

September 20, 2020 by Samantha PriestleyLeave a Comment

September had promised to stay fine, and so we headed off again for our second mid-covid trip, this time to Warwickshire. I’ve been to Stratford-Upon-Avon before, but other than that I didn’t know this area at all, so a couple of days spent exploring felt like just what we needed. We were staying at Winchcombe Farm, and it became clear pretty soon after arriving that we might not be doing as much exploring as we’d thought. Winchcombe Farm had … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Canals, Food and Wine, Ice Cream, Lodge, Pizza, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Sports, Village, Walking tour

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