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Houttuyn Wellness River Resort – January 2020

January 1, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

The Houttuyn Wellness River Resort is a slice of serenity hidden away from the hustle and bustle of Paramaribo, the capital city of Suriname. Located only about a 30 minute drive from the city (or about an hour from Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport), the resort is built on the green riverbanks of the Suriname River. Opened in 2016 as the first wellness hotel and villa resort in the entire country. While there are a number of cozy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Airport, Culinary travel, Drinking, Food and Wine, Ice Cream, Lifestyle, Massage, Resort, Restaurants

Winter in Windsor

December 25, 2019 by Samantha Priestley2 Comments

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...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Bus Travel, Castle, Caves, Chocolate, Drinking, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Alligator Bay’s Authentic Florida Rums

December 20, 2019 by Steve MirskyLeave a Comment

It all began when Alex Voss moved from Florida to Hawaii in the summer of 2012 to work on a landscaping project at a new Courtyard by Marriott on Maui. Hoping to experience the island beyond his durational assignment, Alex applied for a distillers apprenticeship on Craigslist at Haleakalā Distillers. After following up, he was hired on the spot and worked his way up to distiller in 2 short years learning rum production using indigenous molasses. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Beach, Drinking, Florida, Hawaii, Museum

Kirkby Lonsdale, The Dog Friendly Town

December 15, 2019 by Samantha PriestleyLeave a Comment

If you love historic English towns with stunning views, traditional inns, and a slow and leisurely pace, you’ll love Kirkby Lonsdale. If you love your dog as well, you’ll really love Kirkby Lonsdale! Kirkby Lonsdale is an historic market town in Cumbria, the north of England, and it is bursting with character. It’s quiet, it’s quaint, and it’s almost entirely dog friendly. We stayed at The Sun Inn, a 17th century inn with original features … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Bridges, Chocolate, Drinking, England, Food and Wine, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Walking tour

The Most Lavish Hotels Scotland Has To Offer

December 11, 2019 by Jonathan LivingstonLeave a Comment

Scotland is one of the stunning destinations in the world to visit. Whether you’re in the UK for a few days or longer, visiting here should really be on the cards. It’s got so much to offer visitors. From unrivalled scenery and historic sites to memorable nightlife and fantastic restaurants. The Scottish charm is something unique and really endearing. Scotland may be small but it really packs a punch. It’s got some of the most stunning … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Bicycle, Britain, Castle, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Edinburgh, England, Europe, Golf, History, Hollywood, Honeymoon, Music, Nightlife, Resort, Restaurants, Spa, Trekking

41 top Lisbon travel tips for first time visitors

December 6, 2019 by Ricky MarshallLeave a Comment

Lisbon is a city of colour that feels very relaxed and welcoming for a European capital. It’s quickly becoming a tourist must-see for anyone travelling the continent and a trip to Portugal wouldn’t be complete without it. After spending a full week in this vibrant corner of the country, we’ve assembled 41 Lisbon travel tips to help you plan an epic city break. We cover everything from getting around to the top nightlife spots and some insider … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Art, Bakeries, Beach, Beer, Bus Travel, Castle, Coffee, Drinking, Food and Wine, History, Journey, Museum, Music, Nightlife, Olives, Portugal, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Surfing

Cosmopolitan and Beautiful – George Town in the Cayman Islands

December 3, 2019 by Janet SerraLeave a Comment

The minute I stepped off the cruise ship, I knew I was somewhere special! I couldn't wait to explore the winding, colorful and cosmopolitan streets of George Town in the Grand Cayman Islands.  George Town is the capital of the Cayman Islands which are located in the British West Indies.  These islands have a population of over 55,000 making it the second-largest city of all the British Overseas Territories.  It definitely has a British vibe as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Art, Beach, Caribbean, China, Cruising, Culture, Drinking, England, History, Museum, Natural History, Paradise, Restaurants, Sailing, Sand, Scuba Diving, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Sports

Blooming Where We’re Planted, and A Taste of Honey

November 30, 2019 by Sharon Nadja Zajdman2 Comments

We were a busload of older women off on a jaunt on a hot day in July. Departing from a Montreal seniors’ center, we rode off to Mirabel, located in the Lower Laurentian Hills. In less than an hour we arrived at Routes des Gerbes d”Angelica, a collection of 14 themed gardens which are the creation of 20 retirees who have invested their money and the rest of their lives, it seems, into creating and sustaining a sanctuary of natural beauty. Most of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Bus Travel, Canada, Christmas, Drinking, Film, Flowers, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Indonesia, Montreal, Music, Quebec, Sailing, Shopping Mall, Village

Top 5 Food Experiences in Hong Kong

November 23, 2019 by Sam HelderopLeave a Comment

Hong Kong is a revered foodie destination; home to some of the best street food in the world and some of the most affordable Michelin starred restaurants in the world. It’s a place you should come to hungry...start eating the moment you arrive and don’t stop until you leave! 1). Eat Dim Sum Dim sum is an ancient Chinese cuisine originally served in tea houses along the Silk Road. Small, single-sized dishes would be served alongside steaming … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: China, Culinary travel, Dessert, Drinking, England, Food and Wine, Hong Kong, Jordan, Markets, Nightlife, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Street Food

Best European Escapes To Get Closer To Nature

November 21, 2019 by Penny MartinelliLeave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Art, Beach, Bicycle, Britain, Castle, Caves, Costa Brava, Drinking, England, Europe, Florence, France, Hiking, Italy, Mountain Climbing, Portugal, River Rafting, Rock climbing, Scuba Diving, Spain

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