Sports is a vehicle for people to travel the world. All across the globe, sports fans visit foreign countries and cities to witness live sporting events. Attending sporting events in far-flung locations means experiencing new cultures, cuisines, and people. In 2020, there are a number of big sports events on the docket and millions of people will travel the globe to witness these proceedings. The top competitions of 2020 will be followed by … [Read more...]
Thailand and Muay Thai Kickboxing: A world of their own
Backpackers and travel enthusiasts around the world descend on Thailand each year for its unique culture, food, and atmosphere. Just as those items attract travel lovers to Thailand, so too does the combat sport of Muay Thai kickboxing. Muay Thai became well-known around the world in the 20th century thanks to the rise of combat sports and many gyms have opened teaching the discipline in a variety of countries. Many of today’s modern mix martial … [Read more...]
Hacks to Fund Your International Adventures
If you’ve got wanderlust, chances are your travels are going to cost something. But unless you’re taking a cruise around the entire globe or visiting Antarctica, your trip probably isn’t going to cost you as much as you think it will. So how will you pay for it? Here’s a few money-saving travel hacks to get you started: 1. Do Research and Stay Realistic Are you planning on making travel a full-time part of your life? Do your research – decide … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Promote Your Business to Tourists
Tourists come into your sphere oblivious of what to expect. Most of them rely on their friends about the holiday experience they had. Today, most tourists interact with companies through electronic platforms. Thus positioning yourself in a vantage point gives you an edge. Since the electronic platforms are many, you are at liberty to pick whatever works to your advantage. If your scope allows, you can operate on social media, electronic and email … [Read more...]
Explorers Guide Napa & Sonoma by Peg Melnik with Tim Fish
The latest edition (no 11) Explorers Guide Napa & Sonoma is a detailed look at some of the best restaurants, wineries and experiences that the wine country in this part of the state has to offer. Written by husband and wife Peg Melnik and Tim Fish. Both are accomplished wine writers: Peg writes for the local Santa Rosa based newspaper, the Press Democrat and Tim writes for the Wine Spectator. Not a huge book but it is richly endowed with … [Read more...]
A Dream of Mine, To Take a Gorilla Safari in Uganda
My bucket list of countries high on my list to still visit is dwindling in number - this shorlist focuses on either memorable experiences or unique natural outdoor natural attractions. Long on my list has been a visit to parts of eastern Africa to see the gorillas in the wild. My interest was rekindled after talking to a good friend of mine who is on a mission to see every country in the world. He recently returned from parts of eastern Africa … [Read more...]
Tortola, British Virgin Islands – October 2019
About an hour's ferry ride from Charlotte Amalie is Tortola, an island in the British Virgin Islands. If you make this crossing, bring your passport - you will need it to enter the country (which is a fairly smooth quick process). You disembark in Road Town - a colorful community (largest on the island) originally perched on the edges of the steep hillsides which drop down into the water. However, much of the town is now situated on what was the … [Read more...]
Dhanushkodi – A Tale of Oceans and Ape Men
The Legend Indian Hindu mythology has it that Lord Rama built a bridge some 50 kilometres long connecting India with Lanka (now Sri Lanka) off the coast of Tamil Nadu in South India to rescue his wife Sita from the evil clutches of the demon king Ravana. And he pulled off this engineering marvel with the help of his million-strong Vanara (Ape men) army along with magical ‘floating rocks’ and named it Rama Setu. (Rama’s Bridge) Valmiki further … [Read more...]
Taking the stress out of family reunions
Everyone looks forward to family reunions, don’t they? To be honest, they can be a very bittersweet occasion. With the possibility of feuding family members and overbearing aunts comes anxiety, frustration and stress… a lot of stress. We offer you our advice on how to remove some of the stress from family reunions. Organisation If you have been landed with the task of organising, this is the main section you need to focus on and some of the … [Read more...]
Your Breakdown of Transportation Options in Cairo
In order to fully explore Cairo, you’re going to have to move from one location to another at some point. Don’t be overwhelmed! The city offers several different transportation options, all of which are part of the joy and challenges of traveling in Egypt. Not sure which is best for you? The list below covers their advantages and disadvantages, as well as how to use them. Taxi With taxis, it’s all about confidence. Taxi drivers are notorious … [Read more...]
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