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Nature Tour of Bangkok? You’ve Got to be Kidding, Right?!

March 4, 2016 by Dave2 Comments

When I first signed up for the Follow Me Siam Sawan 'Jungle Tour' I cursorily glanced at the itinerary and assumed this would be an urban jungle tour - especially since their office is located in Sathorn, right in Bangkok's Financial District. I also assumed it would be a sweaty tour with rivulets of water running off of us after just a few minutes in the saddle and also traffic would be terrible (a Monday morning). Unbelievably neither of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Bangkok Thailand, Bicycle, Ice Cream, Rainforest, Seafood, Spa, Traffic, Walking tour, Wildlife

Anguilla Watersports, Anguilla – March 2016

March 2, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

Anguilla WaterSports was founded by Judson Burdon in 2013. However he originally moved to Anguilla in 2000, fell in love with the slow pace of the island, water sports and never left. When talking to him, one will quickly feel the passion and energy he has for the ocean and water sports. Conversation soon turns to top surfing spots around the world - some of which he has personally surfed. He is also an avid kite surfer having setup a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Anguilla, Beach, River Rafting, Snorkel, Sports, Surfing

Better Than Fiction 2 by Lonely Planet

March 1, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

Picking up a Lonely Planet book immediately begs the question, 'where to' based on their long history of producing in depth guidebooks to destinations across the globe. The company has branched out in recent years with other travel themed books in addition to their guidebook staple but did you know that Lonely Planet publishes a literary anthology once a year focusing on true short stories by excellent fiction writers? This is their latest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: International Books · Tagged: Britain, England, History, Journey, Mississippi

SouthWest Germany Celebrates 500 Years of Beer Purity Laws with Tours, Festivals, an Exhibition and Tastings in 2016

March 1, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

SouthWest Germany, a region known for its variety of beers from cult classics to craft beers, is experiencing a renaissance in beer fashion and production. Beer lovers and travelers will have to put SouthWest Germany at the top of their bucket list in 2016: Exhibitions, festivals, brewery tours and beer hiking paths are only the beginning of this state's celebration of the 500 Years of Beer Purity! The Technoseum in Mannheim will dedicate an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Beer, Culture, Fashion, Festival, Flowers, Food and Wine, Frankfurt, Germany, Hiking, History, Lodge, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Restaurants, Village, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Amsterdam On a Budget

February 29, 2016 by Allison Tibaldi3 Comments

Amsterdam is a city of many faces. For some, the Red Light District acts as a magnetic force. Its famed coffee shops serve a tempting menu of legalized cannabis, offering a range of highs from mellow to skyscraper. For those seeking lustier pleasures, prostitution is legal and as easy to find as North Sea herring. For others, it’s the cultural gems, from Rembrandt to Van Gogh, that entice. If you haven’t considered this forward-thinking … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Amsterdam, Art, Bicycle, Canals, Coffee, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Dessert, Euro, Europe, Film, Flowers, Food and Wine, Garden, Markets, Museum, Music, Public Transportation

A Delayed Introduction to the Dominican Republic

February 28, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

We had been planning a short getaway to the Caribbean for some time (and the timing was right to escape the cooler coastal California weather we often have this time of year) - my brother had been to the Dominican Republic a number of years ago and recommended we visit the Samaná Peninsula in the northern part of the country. We arrived to Punta Cana and were the first ones from our flight off the bus from the plane to the terminal. Three hours … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airport, Bus Travel, California, Caribbean, Travel Insurance

The Best Places to Backpack In Europe

February 27, 2016 by ConnorLeave a Comment

Europe has many different countries filled with old age history, diverse cultures and vibrant city life. If you’re looking to do some backpacking in Europe there are so many different places for you to explore and experience just make sure to pack all essentials and your EU medical card. Budapest Budapest is considered to be on the most beautiful cities in Europe and for good reason too. Although Hungary’s capital is divided into two by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Amsterdam, Architecture, Art, Backpacking, Bridges, Castle, Culinary travel, Culture, Czech Republic, England, Europe, Germany, History, Hungary, London, Museum, Music, Natural History, Poland, Restaurants

Planning To Travel Route 66, What You Need To Take With You

February 26, 2016 by Connor CLeave a Comment

Route 66 was the first highway of its kind and since then has been hugely popular for people to tour parts of America. Touring Route 66 is great ways to visit 8 of America’s states starting in Chicago and finishing in Santa Monica in California just make sure you apply for your ESTA USA visa, have a plan of action and bring plenty of supplies. Starting Point If you’re planning a trip to travel Route 66 then you will need a somewhat organised … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Arizona, California, Canyon, Chicago, Desert, Fashion, Film, Food and Wine, Grand Canyon, Los Angeles, Mexico, New Mexico, Restaurants, Santa Monica, Texas, Visa

5 Different Modes of Transport to Travel on Around the World

February 26, 2016 by Rob FLeave a Comment

Transportation modes all over the world can be fascinating. If you are an avid traveller, for sure, you have noticed how means of transport vary from one city to the other. Keep on reading and learn more about some of the modes of transport that you can try around the world. Campervans in New Zealand If you are travelling with the family or with a group of friends, undertaking your journey in a campervan can prove to be an excellent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Asia, England, France, Glacier, Journey, New Zealand, Sailing, Switzerland, Taxi, Thailand, Train Travel

3 Epic Days Hiking in the Mountains of Nikko

February 26, 2016 by Jacob Laukaitis2 Comments

I’m Jacob Laukaitis, a 21-year-old digital nomad who’s already been to more than 35 countries in the past nearly three years. I enjoy creating travel videos and sharing them with the world. Here’s my newest one from my hike in Nikko, Japan. Nikko is located a few hundred kilometers north of Tokyo next to a National Park of the same name. Nikko National Park is geographically located in a range of mountains, some of which reach higher than … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Asia, Culture, Hiking, History, Japan, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Trekking

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