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Mike Corey, Adventure Travel YouTuber & BBC Television Host

December 5, 2020 by Dave1 Comment

Q. Introduce yourself to our readers. I'm Mike Corey, an Adventure Travel YouTuber and BBC Television Host, who helps people overcome their fears so they can travel the world. I have an online travel and lifestyle brand called Fearless & Far, not because I am fearless, but because I've built a life around doing the things that scare me most. Sound fun? Haha I'm a recovering scaredy-cat, and spent most of my life with a phobia of public … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Adventure Travel, Backpacking, Beach, Canada, China, Drinking, Gun, Indonesia, Lifestyle, Mexico, Naked, Rainforest, Volunteer, Wildlife

A Beach Paradise in less than 10 Minutes from the Mainland – Kapas Island

November 20, 2020 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

Less than 4 nautical miles from the shore of Marang – a sleepy fishing town on the east coast of peninsula Malaysia, lies a beautiful marine park island surrounded by stunning turquoise waters and pristine sandy beaches. The sand is powdery soft and the texture is very much cotton-like; this is how the name of this island came about – Kapas, a Malay word for cotton. The island can be reached in less than 10 minutes by a speed boat from the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Beach, Bus Travel, Drinking, Fishing, Food and Wine, Malaysia, Mosque, Paradise, Rainforest, Resort, Sand, Scuba Diving, Seafood, Sports, Trekking, Walking tour

Mat Franco – Magic Reinvented Nightly to Return to the Linq Hotel December 17, 2020

November 19, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

LAS VEGAS (Nov. 19, 2020) – Magician MAT FRANCO has announced that his award-winning show, MAT FRANCO: MAGIC REINVENTED NIGHTLY, will resume performances at The LINQ Hotel + Experience beginning Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020. “To say I’m excited to get back to work is an understatement!” said Mat. “I do magic to bring people happiness, laughter and amazement. I think we all could use more of that right now, so I’m thrilled we can provide people with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Casino, Caves, Culinary travel, Drinking, Los Angeles, Nightlife, Restaurants, Spa, Sports, Technology

The Most Unique Vineyard & Winery in the World

November 1, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

In 2002, Oenologue, Sébastien Thépénie responded to an ad to work at a winery in French Polynesia. Wait a minute. There is vineyard and a winery in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean? The answer is yes - on the remote Rangiroa atoll, one of the world's largest coral atolls. And certainly one of the most isolated vineyards on the planet. Today Sébastien oversees the viticulture and winemaking for Domaine Vin de Tahiti. This extremely unique … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South Pacific · Tagged: Art, Beach, Drinking, Europe, Harvest, Palm Trees, South Pacific, Tahiti, Village, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas – November 2020

November 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

After you arrive at the airport and pick up your obligatory samples of free rum near the baggage claim jump into a waiting car (provided by the resort) or pickup your pre arranged rental car. The Ritz Carlton is located about as far from the airport as one can drive on the island which refreshingly is only about 25 minutes away. Once here, settle into your luxurious room and enjoy a bottle of wine or hors d’oeuvres provided by their culinary … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Airport, Caribbean, Drinking, England, Resort, Restaurants, Sailing, Snorkel, Wine Tasting

Celebrate Virginia Oyster Month With Virginia Beach’s Famous Lynnhaven Oysters

October 30, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Virginia Beach, Va. – October 29, 2020 – While many associate November with turkey, in Virginia it’s oyster month. Virginia Beach is a particularly special place to celebrate because of its geographic location; sitting at the meeting point of the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean, the destination’s waterways are a magnet for dozens of species of fish and shellfish and home to the world renowned Lynnhaven oysters. Lynnhaven oysters are a local … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Beach, Beer, Drinking, Fishing, Food and Wine, History, Oyster, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Virginia, Wine Tasting

A Week in Guadalcanal: Notes from the Solomon Islands

October 1, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

Where are the Solomon Islands? This country is located in the Coral Sea close to Papua New Guinea and about a 3 hour flight north east of Brisbane Australia. Typically not a cheap destination, either flights, hotels, car rental or food (which in our experiences, was basic and bland). Known as the 'hapi isles' for its friendly people, for its marine life, and significant World War II history. The main airport is in Honiara, the capital city. I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South Pacific · Tagged: Airport, Australia, Beach, Bicycle, Drinking, Food and Wine, History, Papua New Guinea, Rainforest, Sand, Village, Walking tour

Viking to Launch New Ship for the Mekong River

October 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Set to Debut in 2021, Viking Saigon Will Set a New Standard for Modern River Cruising in Southeast Asia Los Angeles (August, 2020) – Viking® (www.viking.com) announced it will launch a new ship next summer for its popular Magnificent Mekong cruisetour. Currently under construction, the 80-guest Viking Saigon℠ is scheduled to debut for the August 30, 2021, cruisetour departure; the river cruise portion of the itinerary sails between Kampong … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Angkor Wat, Asia, Cambodia, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Fishing, History, Journey, Los Angeles, Markets, Rainforest, Russia, Shopping Mall, Spa, Vietnam, Vineyards

The 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim

September 23, 2020 by Rob Oosterwijk2 Comments

Step out of your comfort zone and view the delights of the world around you. Here we take you on a tour of Sikkim, a small state in the northeast of India that is bordered with Tibet. Sikkim is a visual pleasure that marries mountainous terrains with the simple life. This place is more than a window to the Himalayas as you are about to discover. We share with you the Top 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim. You will discover new lands, culture, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Casino, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Fashion, Garden, Helicopter, Hiking, Himalayas, History, India, Internet, Mountain Climbing, Resort, Sports, Trekking, Walking tour, Wildlife

AREA15 in Las Vegas Announces Grand Opening Today

September 17, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Art, Boston, Chocolate, Desert, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, Ice Cream, Music, New York City, Romantic, Shopping Mall, Singapore, Technology, Volcano

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