Berlin is super gay. Gayness is so well accepted in every aspect of society that you’ll find sprinkles of it everywhere. Today, most people associate the city with crazy sex fetish clubs and an extremely lax attitude to, well just about everything. In fact, you’re not far from the truth: in Berlin, anything goes, except crossing the road when it’s red. Don’t get caught jaywalking in Germany! Couples (straight or gay) will in particular love … [Read more...]
Traveling to Malaysia?
I have been fortunate to have spent significant time in South East Asia over the years with many trips to Thailand. During several trips I've either flown or taken a bus from Thailand to Malaysia. I was recently approached by a Malaysian online booking company that offers flight tickets, Traveloka Malaysia. I was not familiar with this company; in the past I've booked directly through some of the major airlines in this part of the world or some … [Read more...]
“Alcatraz: Life on the Rock” & “Alcatraz: The Last Day” Now at Queen Mary in Long Beach
(Los Angeles) --- The Queen Mary in Long Beach has set the stage for the “Alcatraz: Life on the Rock” and “Alcatraz, The Last Day” exhibits. On display through February 28, 2017, the 3,000 square-foot exhibits are an ideal way for families, students and visitors alike to get a real feel for the history of and the fascination with Alcatraz Island. The “Alcatraz: Life on the Rock” and “Alcatraz: The Last Day” exhibits are included with … [Read more...]
The Best Lobster Meal in Barbados
Freshly caught seafood, live cool jazz and the Caribbean Sea as the backdrop. Certainly, this is an idyllic setting for a romantic dinner on the beautiful island of Barbados, the easternmost island in the Caribbean. It is the Caribbean; as expected there are numerous restaurants in Barbados serving fresh seafood. However to score a delicious lobster meal almost anywhere on the island chances are the lobster is provided by the owner of Lobster … [Read more...]
What it’s like rappelling a Waterfall in Costa Rica
Rappelling a waterfall in Costa Rica is a little like climbing a mountain, you're harnessed in, you're navigating ropes, etc. Except rappelling a waterfall means it's slippery so you will get wet. Oh and you're doing it backwards. At first the idea of doing a waterfall rappel with my two children in tow sounded a bit intimidating. I have never rope climbed, rappelled, zip lined (at this point) in my life so attaching myself and my children to … [Read more...]
Notes from Latest Trip to Thailand
I hopped on the skytrain at Victory Monument in Bangkok sporting my "Tintin in Vietnam" shirt and a camera holstered around the neck and was quickly greeted with an old expat standing next to me who said out loud to no one in particular, "there are so many F*(&&ing tourists in town right now". This was the same expat who then pushed out a rather large chubby boy when a seat opened up as both were heading towards one of the empty seats. The young … [Read more...]
Visit Zürich – July 2016
This small city of approximately 400,000 boasts a diversity of activities and experiences for the visitor ranging from leisurely strolls and shopping through the old city to it's modern enclaves including art centers, food and museums (over 50 museums and galleries are in the city). Zürich-West used to be home to ship building and other factories; today it features a number of cultural and creative endeavors including architecture, unique shops … [Read more...]
36 Hours In Downtown Napa City #DoNapa
California’s most famous wine region, Napa Valley beckons oenophiles and outdoor enthusiasts alike due to the beautiful landscapes and year round temperate climate, not to mention world renowned wines. It’s also relatively accessible due to two major airports within a sixty to ninety minute drive of the Valley. For visitors who would like to avoid a holiday spent driving, downtown Napa City is the perfect stopping off point. You may recall … [Read more...]
A Coal Mine and Rock Climbing, Exploring Wales
Wales is built for outdoor and adventure enthusiasts; the region has participated historically in adventure exploration involving some of the most extreme corners of the planet. One has to look no further then Cardiff Bay where Captain Scott sailed out in the Terra Nova (expedition to Antarctica) or the challenging mountain and glacier terrain of Snowdonia synonymous with well known mountaineering names such as Mallory, Irvine, Hillary and … [Read more...]
Hidden Treasures in Kota Kinabalu
Thankfully there are stranger things in Borneo than a pale, sweaty Irish woman, otherwise I might have felt more self-conscious as I stepped out for the first time in Kota Kinabalu. While my travel companion and I weren't immediately struck by its beauty on arrival, Kota Kinabalu hides many unexpected treasures within its core. Food I never even heard of Beef Rendang before visiting Borneo, but now the smell of it instantly whisks me … [Read more...]
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