Old town Bratislava is one of Europe's smallest in a capital city. As a result it is fairly easy to explore the city, spending time to explore it's cobblestone streets and visiting small cafe's and restaurants; this part of town is a great place to just relax especially outdoors during warm summer days. The Danube flows by in its multi-country journey through this part of Europe. Several "botels" (floating boat hotels") are anchored along its … [Read more...]
Slave Trade Sites Part 2: Gorée Island, Senegal.
It’s a short ferry ride to Île de Gorée (Gorée Island) from Senegal’s capital, Dakar. I wonder if I can take another day of slave museums in my worn-out state after a severely delayed flight. I quickly regret this stupid thought. Of course I can; it’s only a lack of sleep. It bears absolutely no comparison with what these people went through, so I’m sure that I can find the energy to pay my respects. Everything is calm belying the awful … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money When Traveling
Traveling is an amazing way to see the world and grow your experiences, but it comes at a price. But what if that price was less than you think? There’s nothing wrong with a lavish luxury vacation but if you want to get away while still saving money, we’re here to help. There are plenty of ways to save money during traveling, including finding great deals on vacations and airfare, driving instead of flying, cooking your own meals, and bringing … [Read more...]
An Edible Journey Through America’s Historic Triangle
Renowned as the United State's most signature historic destination, America's Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown Virginia) is packed with opportunities for gaining a more informed insight into how the American Revolution unfolded shaping the world's great democratic experiment. The Historic Triangle is also becoming increasingly known as a mecca for craft food and beverages with historical tie ins as well as making history … [Read more...]
Enjoying a Diversity of Experiences in Yangon, Myanmar
After landing at the modern airport in Yangon we quickly purchased a sim card with a local phone number. We were told that in the last few years the price of Internet and cell phones have dropped dramatically. One tour guide told us that in the last 10 years mobile phones have gone from costing more then $1000 to now being relatively affordable. Our taxi driver informed us that traffic in Yangon can be intense - horrific at times - traffic … [Read more...]
Home Brewing Tips and Tricks in Italy
Homebrewing is not for the faint of heart; however, once you learn the ropes, you'll find it just as relaxing as we do! While it may seem obvious that one of your first purchases will be a simple how-to book, it can be hard to know where to go after that. Books and guides are fantastic for getting your feet wet, but they simply can't teach you everything a seasoned expert knows. For beginners who are looking for a bit of help, we've developed a … [Read more...]
The Mists of Time: Table Mountain to Myself
This morning from my balcony, way out in the bay I spot a container ship blazoned with the logo of the company I used for my trip across the Pacific Ocean a few years ago. It sparks some wonderful memories. Whilst the bus is here, our guide is not so my fellow cyclist and I wait around. It’s the story of my time here. I have decided not to do the four hour hike up Table Mountain. I originally did not want to walk it because of my knee pain but … [Read more...]
Gorilla Trekking in D R Congo Offered at Half Price
Congo is one of the 3 countries in the world where tourists have an opportunity for gorilla safaris and spend upto one hour with mountain gorillas in the jungle. Virunga national park is home to 6 habituated gorilla families available for trekking with other families still undergoing habituation process. The Democratic Republic of Congo shares a portion of the virunga volcano region which also occupies a small part of Rwanda called the Volcanoes … [Read more...]
The Best Eats In Rhode Island
Rhode Island may be America’s smallest state, but there’s nothing diminutive about its food scene. This coastal paradise is chockfull of both culinary traditions and forward-thinking epicurean initiatives. Visitors to the Ocean State will taste iconic “only in Rhode Island” treats, like stuffies (minced quahog clams mixed with bread crumbs), New York system wieners (hot dogs topped with meat sauce) and energy-boosting coffee milk (cold milk … [Read more...]
The Colosseum Underground: Backstage at the Theatre from Hell
To understand the Colosseum we have to go down. Deep down beneath the arena’s floor, to the underground hypogeum where starving beasts rattled their cages and gladiators anxiously awaited their curtain calls to the most spectacular ancient show on earth. This was the macabre backstage to history’s most gruesome theatre, a must to discover on a Colosseum Underground Tour. In this complex two-level warren of cells and tunnels hidden from the … [Read more...]
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