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Prem, The Tour Guide I Met in Nepal

August 29, 2015 by Teh Chin Liang5 Comments

I went for a 3 days 2 nights trek while in Pokhara in the end of December 2014. Before arriving in Pokhara, I had browsed and read through an information-packed Taiwanese travel forum named “Beibaokezhang”: (strongly recommended for those who read Chinese) and used that as a tool to work on my itinerary and search for a reliable tour guide. I manage to contact a local tour guide named Naraya and after a series of bargains, he landed me a deal of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Cell Phone, Hiking, Journey, Lifestyle, Mountain Climbing, Nepal, Trekking, Village, Walking tour

From the Traditional Farming to Luxurious Spas – Touring the Mennonite Region of Southern Ontario

August 24, 2015 by Habeeb SalloumLeave a Comment

The Mennonite region in southern Ontario around the Village of St. Jacob’s is a captivating traditional, rustic area yet with the amenities of the modern age. For those who enjoy history and the traditional pre-modern way of life, St. Jacob’s is the place to visit. The Village, a 1 1/2 hours drive from Toronto, represents the living remnants of a European Christian sect that was persecuted in Europe then found a home in Canada with the freedom … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Canada, Culinary travel, Culture, Egypt, Europe, Farming, Fashion, Flea Market, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Journey, Lifestyle, Markets, Museum, Pizza, Shopping Mall, Spa

“Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood

August 19, 2015 by DaveLeave a Comment

Universal City, CA, August 18, 2015—Tickets are now on sale for “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood as Southern California’s premier Halloween event unveils a slate of new mazes, an exciting hip-hop dance show, a new cutthroat Terror Tram experience and terrifying Scare Zones, beginning Friday, September 18, 2015. Tickets to this year’s event are available for purchase at www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com/hollywood, including … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, California, Christmas, Drinking, Film, Food and Wine, History, Hollywood, Journey, Luxor, Paris, Universal Studios, Walking tour

A Dingle Story

August 18, 2015 by Cecile RiphagenLeave a Comment

Travel is about moments suspended in time. When travelling I try to consider a place my temporary home. Running around, visiting one sight after the other in order to tick off the list of sights you really have to see and cannot miss, blurs one’s mind into one undistinguished pile of memories of churches, castles, landscapes, cafés, restaurants and other things you have visited but actually can’t remember. You look back at all those pictures you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Beach, Bridges, Britain, Bus Travel, Christmas, Coffee, England, Europe, Fashion, Garden, Golf, History, Internet, Ireland, Journey, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Traffic, Village

3 Beautiful Attractions that Make Sacramento a Haven for Tourists

August 15, 2015 by Spencer HollmanLeave a Comment

Sacramento, California may not be as popular and famous as San Francisco, but it is nonetheless a beguiling destination for people who are looking to a catch a break from their busy urban lives. It is California’s capital city and one that will leave you in love with this wonderful state on the West Coast. Whether it is the historical buildings, the shopping centres, the tantalizing dining or the awe-inspiring museums, the city has a little bit … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Bus Travel, California, Disneyland, Garden, History, Journey, Museum, Palm Trees, Sacramento, San Francisco, Shopping Mall, Universal Studios, Washington DC, Wildlife

Dubai – A journey into the city of superlatives

July 21, 2015 by Tom B2 Comments

This city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the most popular destinations in the Middle East. This is hardly surprising, because here the extraordinary wealth of the country reflects in every detail. On the other hand, the city offers living space for approximately 85% of the country's population and many attractions for visitors from all over the world. Only in 2014, the city welcomed than 11.6 million tourists... Nodal point for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Arabic, Beach, Bridges, Culture, Desert, Dubai, Frankfurt, Germany, History, Hong Kong, Journey, London, Resort, Romantic, Shopping Mall, Spa

Montreal: City of Festivals and Food

July 21, 2015 by Ariane Colenbrander2 Comments

Summer in Montreal is filled with a variety of festivals and events to fill up your days with a wide range of music, food and fun. Last week, I was invited to experience the vibrant port city, taking in a market food walking tour, craft beer tour as well as Jazz Festival and Complètement Cirque. Bonus? Discovering Montreal’s first quay-side Poutine Festival during my stay! Sleep My homes away from home were Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Beach, Beer, Canada, Casino, Dessert, Festival, Fireworks, Florida, Food and Wine, Journey, Montreal, Music, Olives, Pizza, Restaurants, Seafood, Walking tour

10 reasons to visit unique George Town in Malaysia

July 19, 2015 by Simply Nomadic Life6 Comments

Two years ago we arrived to charming George Town with the intention of staying one week. We stayed one month in the end. In May 2015 we returned and again we stayed much longer than we had planned, and we will be definitely coming back to this intriguing town in the future. Where exactly can you find this town of wonders? George Town is situated on Penang island in the north-west of Peninsular Malaysia. We always feel home in George Town … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Asia, Beach, Bicycle, Bus Travel, China, England, Flowers, Food and Wine, History, India, Journey, Malaysia, Mosque, Mountain Climbing, Music, National Park

Precautions to take before setting off on your travels

July 17, 2015 by John LangLeave a Comment

Travelling is one of the most life-changing experiences you can undertake. Whether you’re just jetting off to a fascinating location for a week or if you’re planning on living out of your backpack for a year somewhere, you’re bound to create unforgettable memories that you can cherish for years to come. Of course, it’s easy to get overexcited and rush your preparations when you have a big trip coming up, but you still need to take the regular … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Britain, England, Europe, Journey, Passport, Scuba Diving, Stay Safe, Travel Insurance

Travel in Harry Potter’s Footsteps in Scotland

July 17, 2015 by Jessie VoigtsLeave a Comment

Do you love the Harry Potter books and movies? If you want more Harry Potter in your life, consider traveling to the locations where the Harry Potter movies were filmed. The movies were shot in the UK - in Britain and Scotland. There are tours where you can travel to the places, but remember that many of the scenes were shot in a studio, or are composites of several locations. When we were in Scotland, we visited all three of the Scottish … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Bridges, Britain, Canals, England, Fashion, Film, Food and Wine, Journey, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Walking tour, Waterfall

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