In the July 2018 edition, Travel and Leisure voted the charming Mexican city of San Miguel de Allende the best city in the world for the 2nd year in a row! I’ve been dying to visit San Miguel de Allende and when I recently had the wonderful opportunity to attend a destination wedding on New Year’s Eve in this city, I couldn’t refuse! It was a blessing to be able to celebrate a dear friend and her fiance in one of the best cities in the world! So … [Read more...]
Top 5 Backpacking Experiences to Have in Thailand
Thailand is one of the most attractive destinations for backpackers in Southeast Asia. It is also the most visited country within the region as it boasts of rich historical, cultural, and natural tourist sites. The country offers several experiences for backpackers, no matter their budget. The best of these experiences includes: 1. Visiting the Floating Markets in Bangkok The floating markets are some of Thailand’s top tourist … [Read more...]
America’s Best Kayaking Vacations
Whether you are looking for a week of white water rafting or a peaceful day on the lake, our country has some incredible locations to drop your paddle, shed your stress, and see the world from an entirely new perspective. From the cold, clean waters of Alaska, to the unique natural habitats of Florida, here are seven of our country’s best Kayaking vacations. Prince William Sound, Alaska Located in the heart of the Chugach National Forest in … [Read more...]
Winter in Windsor
We recently took a short wintry getaway in Windsor, home of the stunning 11th century Windsor Castle and famous for all things royal. But as we passed the large looming castle and the imposing statue of Queen Victoria, we decided to do Windsor differently. The fact is most tourists do visit for the castle, but if you’ve already taken a tour inside its fortress walls, it’s a bit beyond your budget, or the queues are just too much for you, … [Read more...]
New PBS Series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL Features Modern-Day Adventurer Tackling Stunning World Firsts in Unexplored Corners of the Planet
Riveting and Awe-Inspiring Documentary Series, Premiering Wednesday, January 15, 2020, 10:00–11:00 p.m. ET, Features Earth's Natural Wonders and Hidden Gems ARLINGTON, VA; November 25, 2019 – PBS's new 10-episode series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL reveals there are still parts of our planet yet to be discovered. Explorer and naturalist Steve Backshall pursues incredible journeys and world firsts — unclimbed peaks, unexplored cave systems … [Read more...]
Best European Escapes To Get Closer To Nature
Europe is every traveller’s dream destination. It will always have something for every type of traveller there is. If you prefer the outdoors and love to commune with nature, here are a few of the best places you can include on your must-visit in Europe. The Catalonian Region, Spain Catalonia (or Catalunya as it is known in Catalan, the language in this region) is located at the northeastern side of Spain. Its most popular is probably the … [Read more...]
Exploring Paramaribo, Suriname the Fun Way!
After a nearly 13 hour car + van ride from Georgetown in Guyana which began at 4am and included a 4 hour border crossing (slow ferry a big part of this), I arrived in Paramaribo in the late afternoon. Exhausted after eating only an energy bar I found tucked away in my backpack given to me weeks ago by Jacki Ueng I checked into the Guesthouse Zin & Grand Cafe. For only $23/night it included a private room with AC and use of their pool. I soon … [Read more...]
Visit & Experience Iceland’s Natural Beauty – July 2019
Iceland delivers a variety of outdoor experiences across all seasons - from glacier walks, to self drive exploration including waterfalls, snow covered mountains, little villages and picturesque views of the sea. Many tour operators are located in the country offering a wide diversity of trips. Walk on a glacier, visit an ice cave, go scuba diving in a remote part of the country, visit volcanoes, or hot springs. One tour operator even offers … [Read more...]
Tahiti, Exploring this Gem in the Middle of the Southern Pacific Ocean
I've wanted to visit Tahiti for years but the high cost of airfare has been a barrier to visiting the country. But with recent flights from the west coast of the USA launching earlier this year and prices much more affordable then in the years past, my decision to visit Tahiti became more realistic. The capital city of Papeete is by far the largest city in the country - and yes there is even traffic downtown. But as far as cities go, this is … [Read more...]
Guide to Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre is a collection of 5 colourful villages built in the Cliffside in the Italian Riviera. I've had Cinque Terre on my bucket list ever since I saw an iconic photo of this part of Italy in National Geographic. When I was planning my trip to France and Italy in the Summer of 2017, I knew I wanted to check it out. It was the perfect stop between Nice and Florence; it took about 5 hours to get to the Cinque Terre by train … [Read more...]
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