A friend and I discovered a sign indicating 'restaurant' near our eco lodge, a metal shack located behind the owners home. An elderly woman who we call grandmum lives there with her husband and her son. She is a wiry and energetic woman who is always happy to see us; for some reason, there are never any other guests. Sometimes her dog Lola comes running out; she recently suffered an injury, a nasty claw mark down her back resulting from a fight … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Visit Romania in 2023
Probably the most underrated destination in Eastern Europe, Romania has a lot more to offer than just the ‘land of Dracula’ tag it’s so famous for. The country has a rich Game of Thrones-like history with many twists and turns which you can learn about by visiting the many medieval castles (including Bran Castle aka Bran Castle) and cities such as Brasov, Sibiu and Cluj-Napoca. And then you have the impressive Carpathian Mountains with their many … [Read more...]
Cast a Line into the Trout-Laden Waters of Topaz Lake this Winter
TOPAZ LAKE, Nev. (February 2023) – At 5,000 feet elevation and located just 15 minutes south of the communities of Minden and Gardnerville in Carson Valley, Nevada, Topaz Lake's glimmering waters bring a cold-weather winter fishing experience for eager anglers after those trophy-worthy catches. While Topaz Lake once held an annual fishing derby from January to April, the lake is now reliably stocked and open to shore and boat fishing all year … [Read more...]
It’s Never too Early to Book a Winter Dude Ranch Vacation!
It may seem too early to start thinking about snow and winter! That means holidays, winter break, the new year and some craziness thrown in with all of that! Here at the Dude Ranchers' Association, we think the best gifts don't support designer logos nor do they come from big box stores. We feel one of the true meanings of the holidays is families spending time together, away from the hustle and bustle of the overcrowded shopping malls and there … [Read more...]
Jo Carroll, co-owner of Winchcombe Farm Holidays
Husband and wife Jo Carroll and Steve Taylor run Winchcombe Farm, a unique collection of six luxury holiday lodges in Upper Tysoe, Warwickshire. For more information, visit www.winchcombefarm.co.uk or call 01295 680190. Q. How did this business come about? We built our first holiday lodge, Will’s Treehouse, on the site of our former private nursery business, in 2017. We decided to go in a complete change of direction due to the … [Read more...]
The Noisiest Place I’ve Ever Stayed At
In choosing the title for this post, one would think the noisiest place I ever stayed at would be in a city somewhere, with a room above a nightclub or in a part of town featuring endless partying. But not so, in actuality this not-so distinguished award goes to a rural located eco /glamping lodge on the outskirts of charming Santa Fe de Antioquia in Colombia (about a 90 minute drive from Medellin). I have never stayed at such a noisy place in … [Read more...]
Guide to Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
Gorilla trekking is the leading wildlife experience not only in this the Volcanoes National Park but also in Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills. This is a thrilling outdoor wildlife adventure where tourists go to visit already habituated gorilla group family in the park. Unlike the usual African big game safaris, gorilla trekking in Rwanda involves active participation where you will engage in a trek through the forest, steep slopes, at … [Read more...]
5 ways to support Mountain Gorilla Conservation
According to IUCN, there are close to 8410 critically endangered species in the whole world. These include but not limited to African savannah elephant, African wild dog, western lowland gorillas, and Eastern lowland gorilla among several other species. The mountain gorillas have recently made it off the critically endangered species to the category of endangered species because there is hope in the efforts of Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic … [Read more...]
A heavenly Oasis at Plas Robin Rural Retreats in Wales
The word ‘luxury’ is overused – as are ‘tranquility’ and ‘unique.’ Yet, as I discovered at Plas Robin’s retreats in the heart of the rural Wales, sometimes justifiable. A picture, it is said, paints a thousand words and, to be honest, the breathtaking views from these two bespoke holiday homes perched atop the rolling Welsh hillside, do most of the talking! However, it’s only after staying in the Shepherd’s Rest lodge for three nights … [Read more...]
6 Spectacular Mountain Towns to Visit in Tennessee
Tennessee is largely a rural state in the southern United States, well known for its country music and cuisine. The state's great natural beauty is evident in the popularity of the Smokey Mountain Range. Tennessee's mountains, woodlands, and caverns offer some of its most breathtaking landscapes. Nashville and Memphis get much of the attention in Tennessee as the two major metropolises. Eastern Tennessee is home to many towns just a short … [Read more...]
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