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...]
First-Ever Luxury Space Hotel, Aurora Station, to Offer Authentic Astronaut Experiences
Launched by Orion Span, Aurora Station Will Host Immersive 12-Day Trips Beginning in 2022; Now Accepting Deposits Houston, TX (April 2018) – The first-ever luxury space hotel was introduced during the Space 2.0 Summit in San Jose, California. Named after the magical light phenomenon that illuminates the Earth’s polar skies, Aurora Station (pictured right) is being developed by Orion Span and the company’s team of space industry veterans, … [Read more...]
Top 5 Places To Visit In Cambodia: The Kingdom Of Wonder
Ever since I've heard someone refer to Cambodia as the Kingdom of Wonder, visiting this country – and experiencing its beauty firsthand – was pretty high on my bucket list. If you're anything like me, and you're looking for a perfect combination of the old and the new, I promise Cambodia will leave you in awe. So, let's take a look at the top five places to visit in Cambodia. Discovering The Hidden Wonders: Top 5 Places To Visit In … [Read more...]
At the Edge of Africa : Cape Agulhas.
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...]
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