A lovely side trip from Osaka Japan is to the city of Nara famous for its roaming Sika Deer in select parts of the city. About an hour on the train from Osaka - the Kintetsu Nara Station is only about a 10 minute walk to the closest edge of Nara Park, home of the aforementioned deer. This park was originally established in 1880 it is among Japan's earliest public parks. As one approaches the park, it is common to see tourists milling around next … [Read more...]
Cafe Artisanal Cirpes, Colombia – February 2023
While not native to Colombia, coffee is now an important agricultural crop within the counry. Not on any map, but located about 25 minutes from Guatape, this 4.5 hectare coffee farm is perched on a steep hillside far above the Guatape River. Accessible only by foot or a sturdy Jeep, the road to get here is steep and extremely rocky at times. From the main road, the road leading to the coffee farm is about 1km (almost all downhill going and uphill … [Read more...]
Flying Pig Cafe, Embrace Resort Staniel Cay, Bahamas – January 2023
After an hour flight from Miami to Nassau, catch a 30-minute puddle jumper on Flamingo Air or Titan Air to the airstrip at beautiful Staniel Cay. Or simply fly to Staniel Cay nonstop from Fort Lauderdale. Once you arrive, you will be picked up in a golf cart by one of the friendly staff at EMBRACE Resort for the several minute ride to the Flying Pig Cafe. This is the latest restaurant to open on tiny Staniel Cay (one of 365 islands in the … [Read more...]
Muckross House and Killarney National Park, Ireland – December 2022
The park is about a 90 minute drive from the closest International airport in the city of Cork. The drive is pleasant and passes through several small towns. The park was designated a Biosphere Reserve in 1982 as part of a UNESCO program. It his home to the largest section of remaining natural woodland in the entire country. In addition to several prominent mountain peaks contained within its borders, the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks are nearby, the … [Read more...]
Toretto’s Barbershop, Frankfurt Germany – November 2022
Toretto's Barbershop, Frankfurt Germany is as old school as it gets and within a short time is already one of the world's great barbershops. A bit edgy, definitely more then a bit OG, yet the vibe here is decidedly youthful. Founded and run by Alex Torreto whose window onto the world situated next to chair number 1. Alex is Greek but was born and raised in Germany. Barbershops are not a 'thing' in Germany and according to Alex, his shop is … [Read more...]
Wylie’s Public Baths Sydney – October 2022
No visit to Coogee Beach (about 30 minutes from central Sydney by bus, or 15 minutes driving) is complete without a stop at Wylie's, Australia's oldest public baths which date from 1907. When you arrive at the expansive set of sand that forms Coogee's - head directly south along the path on top of the cliffs that overlook the ocean. Soon you will come to the entrance of Wylie's - head down the steps and pay the inexpensive admission at the … [Read more...]
Kaieteur, Guyana – September 2022
One of the world's great waterfalls which receives little international acclaim is located deep in the rain forest of Guyana in South America. The easiest way to access these falls is via a small prop plane that ferries passengers from Ogle Airport (about a 20 or 30 minute drive outside of the center of Georgetown). The flight is about an hour - weather permitting, pilots will circle by these great falls from several angles before landing on the … [Read more...]
Genesee Store, Plumas County California – August 2022
Genesee Store dates from 1880; it is located in a rather remote part of Plumas County in northern California. The store sits on the approximately 1,600 acre privately owned Genesee Ranch surrounded by grazing land for wagyu beef cattle. This is a gorgeous part of the state with empty roads, beautiful natural vistas and clean mountain air. The 'store' is actually a restaurant - and not just any restaurant. This is very fine cuisine enjoyed in … [Read more...]
Al Dar Islands, Bahrain – July 2022
A trip out to these islands takes about 10 minutes from Sitra - an island within the country that is partially set aside for industrial use. Sitra is located about 20 minutes by car from the central part of Manama. You come here for relaxation to enjoy one of several bucolic beaches that surround clear and calm waters. Park yourself on one of the beaches during a weekday (to avoid the often large crowds that descend upon the island during … [Read more...]
The Rock of Guatapé, Colombia – June 2022
The Rock of Guatapé or otherwise known as Peñol Stone is a 220 meter (approximately 750 foot) tall granite monolith located about a two hour drive from the center of Medellin in Colombia. The closest city is Guatape, about a 10-15 minute drive away. First climbed in 1954, the 'rock' is still owned by the descendants of that original climber. Visitors can walk to the main entrance from the base (about a 10-15 minute walk), or take a tuk-tuk … [Read more...]
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