I have hired a car for the day. Early on a Sunday morning it’s quiet and once out of Cape Town the roads are emptier still. I take the main road, the R316, in a south-east direction. The countryside is deserted apart from the odd group of cattle or sheep out on the rolling yellow fields. The terrain becomes mountainous as I pass Napier and strangely in Bredasdorp I am welcomed to Agulhas, even though it’s another thirty-five kilometres … [Read more...]
Sizzlin’ News from the Island of Hawaii
Island of Hawaii (April 2018) - Adventurers can explore the island of Hawaii from the skies, taste fresh-roasted award-winning Kona coffee near farms where it is grown, and have dinner alongside mesmerizing views of the sun dipping beneath the horizon all in a single day! Before you begin planning the perfect excursion on the island, check out our details below on the activities mentioned above, along with the lowdown on new tours, hotel and … [Read more...]
KLM launches podcast about unique travel experiences
“This podcast adds a unique aspect to our existing communication channels. The podcast is a great medium for our brand, since it keeps listeners interested in the story for 30 to 40 minutes." - Natasha van Roode, Head of KLM Marketing Communication How does it work? Listeners can call up the podcasts at no cost through podcast.klm.com. You will also find background information about the different episodes here. What’s more, “The Journey” … [Read more...]
Climbing the Holy Mountain (Sri Pada), Sri Lanka
The Journey (Kuruwita-Erathna route) The journey begins from a small town called Kuruwita located 82 km from Colombo in Sri Lanka. Kuruwita is on the Colombo – Ratnapura main road and situated 9km before Ratnapura. To reach the trail head you approach a small hamlet called “Adavikanda”. The nearest town to this sleepy village is Erathna; one proceeds left at the clock tower in Kuruwita and travels approximately 11 km. The road has signboards and … [Read more...]
Celebrating The Broadmoor’s 100th Anniversary
How exactly do you celebrate the centennial of an iconic hotel built back in 1918 by real estate and gold mining baron Spencer Penrose who in his free time sped up hairpin turns in his “Yellow Devil” Pierce Arrow race car on a dirt road all the way to the summit of Pike's Peak's? You start with fireworks, champagne, special packages, and themed events scheduled throughout the year but fully immersing yourself in all The Broadmoor has to offer is … [Read more...]
Camino de Santiago
The air in the waiting room at the Bilbao International Airport pressed against us, dank and heavy. A greasy stench rose from a counter loaded with plastic containers of Spanish omelets. “Where are they?” My voice sounded edgy. “I thought Brad told us he would be right under that Celular sign.” We scanned the room. In the far corner, a group of young men, all wearing identical yellow and black T-shirts displaying an image of a large soccer … [Read more...]
Take an Experiential Tour of the Atlanta Metro Area
From farm to fizz to a flying museum, make memories in the Atlanta Metro area with these hands-on experiences ATLANTA, GEORGIA--MARCH 2018--Touch, taste and create your ways to memories in the ATL with these hands-on experiences. Army Aviation Heritage Foundation and Flying Museum Henry County's Army Aviation Heritage Foundation and Flying Museum (506 Speedway Blvd., Hampton, 30228) lets guests step into the pilot's seat of the iconic … [Read more...]
Win the Trip of a Lifetime with Pacsafe
The #PacsafeBeMore competition promotes embracing life's adventures with a two-week custom vacation giveaway SEATTLE, WA – Pacsafe®, the leading innovator in anti-theft travel gear, is giving people around the world a chance to win the adventure of a lifetime. Starting January 26, 2018, the #PacsafeBeMore competition will turn one lucky winner's dream into reality with a two-week, all-expenses-paid vacation to anywhere in the world for … [Read more...]
United’s New Houston To Sydney Route Takes Flight
If a trip Down Under is on your bucket list, take note that United Airlines launched a new Houston to Sydney daily nonstop service on January 18th. United is the only airline offering nonstop service from Houston to any Australian destination. I was lucky enough to be on board for the festive inaugural flight. Here’s the scoop on the 8,596-mile journey. Aussie Treats To Tempt The Taste Buds The party started at Houston’s George Bush … [Read more...]
Rocky Mountaineer, Western Canada – February 2018
One of the world's great train rides is through the awe inspiring Canadian Rockies. Rocky Mountaineer offers a number of journeys both along the coast in British Columbia as well as both east and west rides through the mountains. Starting points are either Vancouver or Calgary. The train follows historical railways both in British Columbia and in Alberta. You do not sleep on the train, rather at the end of each day waiting coaches will … [Read more...]
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