2020 has been about as disastrous a year as you could imagine from a travel perspective. Let’s be honest, even as things gradually start returning to some approximation of normality, the idea of jumping on and off planes is still not the most attractive one right now. Yet in the face of adversity comes opportunity, and one thing that many of us have been able to do this year is to explore different types of travel, perhaps taking a closer look at … [Read more...]
Why do I Travel Solo?
When I tell people I am going on a long solo trip, often eyebrows are raised followed by a barrage of questions such as: 'are you out of your mind?' - 'what are you going to do being alone in a foreign country?' - 'won’t you feel lonely?' - 'are you sure it is going to be safe for you?' and 'isn’t it weird doing things alone all the time?” The questions persist and at times I feel like in a military video game on the defensive - holding a bullet … [Read more...]
Experience California Concentrated in San Diego
Those dreaming of the ultimate California getaway – palm trees, pristine beaches, sunny skies, and a cool vibe – can find it all in San Diego. This quintessential California beach destination embodies the best of the Golden State in one easy and safe stop. Varied landscapes, innovative cuisine, diverse cultures and iconic attractions can all be found without spending weeks exploring the state. From laid back surfing culture and desert … [Read more...]
Must Visit Tourist Attractions in Morocco
Even if you’re an experienced traveler, this country will impress you. It is located in the north of Africa and was developed by the influence of diverse cultures. For starters, the country borders the Atlantic ocean and the Mediterranean sea. In the north of Morocco, there is Spain that can be reached via Gibraltar. In the south, there is the impressive Sahara Desert. Raised between Europe and the biggest hot desert in the world, this Arabic … [Read more...]
AREA15 in Las Vegas Announces Grand Opening Today
LAS VEGAS (September, 2020) – AREA15, the world's first purpose-built experiential art and entertainment complex will open its doors at 6 p.m. on Sept. 17, 2020. Guests wishing to be among the first to experience the ground-breaking complex should register here for available time slots on opening weekend Sept. 17, 18, 19 and 20 and moving forward. Sept. 17 marks the initial phase of AREA15's rolling opening, which will see the ongoing … [Read more...]
Rhyolite, Nevada – September 2020
This former mining, now ghost town was founded in 1905 with the discovery of gold in quartz by several miners. Its development was as quick as its bust. Its heyday only lasted for about 5 short years before the mines began to be tapped out and residents moved elsewhere. During its peak this was a formidable community of over 7,000 people with several railroad spurs going to town, some 50 saloons, nearly 20 hotels, numerous restaurants, the … [Read more...]
7 Best California Road Trip Routes and How to Get There Safely
You could just book a plane or a train ticket to your final destination and skip the road trip across California. However, California’s vast landscape is a true thing of beauty and deserves to be mindfully savored. But before you embark on this incredible journey, make sure your vehicle is in tip-top shape. After all, California is a sizable state with roadways that extend for hundreds of miles. You might even want to consider mechanical … [Read more...]
Things to Do and See in Dubai, UAE
Dubai is a shining gem of the United Arab Emirates or UAE. An ultra-modern city, Dubai is known for its glamour, luxury and opulence. When it comes to architecture and design, the city has broken several world records. Right from owning one of the largest malls in the world to the tallest building in the world, Dubai has always surprised and awed the world with its architectural feats. Due to all these reasons and more, Dubai is one of the most … [Read more...]
Believe it or Not, Lake Havasu City has Some Cool & Unusual Attractions
LAKE HAVASU CITY, Arizona (June 2020) - Lake Havasu City has been in the news recently as throngs of quarantine-frustrated boaters flocked to its shores and Arizona starts opening up for business. Beyond the crowded launch ramps, visitors can discover a fascinating mix of cool, unusual and practically unknown attractions where social distancing is never a problem. "In the first half of the 20th Century, one of the most famous … [Read more...]
The Trip to the Desert
After visiting the original Ballarat in Australia about 90 minutes outside of Melbourne earlier this year, I got the urge to visit it's tiny relative in the Mojave Desert, California. I drove across what looked like a salt plane - some rare recent rain had muddied the road and left my windshield covered in white droplets. I pulled into the old town, originally founded in 1897, it's boom was a few short years before the nearby mine shut down in … [Read more...]
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