My first visit to Singapore was about 10 years ago - it was just a weekend stop therefore despite being such a small country, I did not have time to fully explore the country. Although I did get out out of the city and visit the world renowned Singapore Zoo. This time (in early 2019) I stayed in the city. Singapore is known for its wide range of 5 star hotels. One of the most iconic and visually attractive due to its unique architecture and … [Read more...]
Exploring Clarksdale, By Water and On Land
CLARKSDALE, MISSISSIPPI–The wide expanse of the Mississippi Delta beckons many a traveler to take to the road and explore. In Clarksdale, there is a persuasive calling to get off the road and take advantage of the many ways to experience Coahoma County’s outdoor adventures. An unassuming Delta town like no other, Clarksdale, Mississippi, sits 70 miles south of Memphis and approximately 50 miles west of I-55, near the northwest border with … [Read more...]
From Dawn to Dusk, a Day in the Life in The Last Shangri-La
At the crack of dawn, the distant crow of a rooster forms a natural symphony with the mantra chanting from a nearby monastery, waking Dorji from his blissful dream. Rubbing his bleary eyes, he is grateful to be blessed with another brand new day in life. He heads to the kitchen to make himself his favorite breakfast - Akha, Suja, and Azey. Akha is a dough made from roasted whole wheat flour. Suja is a tea made by churning tea with butter and salt … [Read more...]
Alternative Destinations to Las Vegas
Whether it's a roll of the dice, a flip of a card, a last-second buzzer-beater, or a pull of the slot handle, heading out for a weekend in Las Vegas can be a thrilling experience. There's nothing quite like the bright lights, atmosphere, and overall vibe of America's Sin City. Believe it or not, there are places worldwide that give Las Vegas a run for its money. If you're getting tired of the desert scenery in America, check out these four … [Read more...]
10 Reasons to Travel by Car
Everyone thinks of different ways when it comes to traveling. What’s your perfect trip: a plane landing in some exotic country? An “all-inclusive” hotel somewhere on the coastline? A skiing tour in the Alps? Those are great. But there is one “but”. All of them are costly. There is an alternative: you can travel by car. “Well, plane traveling is faster” – you might think right away. Yes, it is. However, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor … [Read more...]
The Spirit of Columbia
COLUMBIA, MO - Columbia has a reputation for world-class festivals, big-time collegiate sporting events and outstanding outdoor recreation. There's always a palpable feeling of excitement as the city does everything in style. And, that's no different for Columbia's burgeoning hand-crafted beverage industry, which includes acclaimed microbreweries, distilleries, a cidery and an award-winning large-scale winery. "Like many destinations, … [Read more...]
Living it Up During Your Travels with the Help of Weight Loss Plans
Greetings travellers! Eating healthy is a way of life for many intrepid adventurers, and it’s even easier now that we all know the benefits of healthy eating and healthy living. Chances are, you’re going to be venturing out into spectacular new locales with wonderful food options. There will likely be no shortage of fabulous restaurants for people of all food persuasions. As an adventurer, you obviously want to be well-nourished while you’re … [Read more...]
Letting it all out at Inle Lake, Myanmar
Stumbling into an outdoor night market after strolling through the dimly lit streets of Nyaungshe we spotted a number of food vendors. One caught our eye - vividly so with the disco ball throwing orbs of bright light in all directions and the nearly blown out speaker playing everything from American folk songs to Myanmar pop songs. Oh and the smells coming from the BBQ including a number of intestinal products, locally caught fish and a variety … [Read more...]
Bordeaux France – January 2021
France is one of the world's top and most recognized wine producing countries. The wine from parts of the country is legendary - and Bordeaux is certainly among the countries' most well-known wine regions. It is the home to a number of world class chateau's with instant name recognition including all of the First Growths. There are over 8000 chateau's/wineries in Bordeaux - the main wine regions are separated into the Left Bank and the Right … [Read more...]
An Aurora in born – The Northern Lights baby
On 19 August 2020, at 14:19, baby Aurora Wolteck was born in Dettingen Konstanz on the border between Germany and Switzerland, completely unaware of the Arctic adventure that had unfolded nine months earlier. But let us go back even further, to the day in 2009, when two young people, Nathalie and Benjamin, now 30 and 33 years old, were introduced to each other through a mutual friend while hiking near Lake Constance. It was friendship at … [Read more...]
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