There are many Turkish bathhouses (Hamams) in Istanbul. The famous ones being Çemberlitaş, Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamam, Cağaloğlu etc where you fork out a fortune (more than 100 liras) to enjoy the finest bathing experience in a lavish and elegant environment. Being a frugal traveler (or cheapskate as sometimes the meaning of frugal connotes), those bathhouses with world-class facilities surely are places I would not be able to … [Read more...]
Adventure Travel in Quebec – Part II
“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventure.” When I last left you on my week-long adventure trip to Quebec's Saguenay-Lac St. Jean region, I had just finished two days of aerial challenges: an exhausting a treetop obstacle course, followed by an even more obscene climb along the 250-meter high Via Ferrata. What was next on the agenda around Saguenay fjord, I wondered? Sea kayaking in the fjord Turns out, that next stop … [Read more...]
Fall in Vail, Colorado
I am careening downhill on my rented cycle, hair streaming behind me, the cool September air of the Colorado mountains rushing past my face. I’m grinning. Biking is exhilarating, I realize, especially when you’re on a paved path weaving through stunning fall scenery. Yup, I'm in Vail, Colorado to experience adventure, romance, and world-class cuisine with my husband, courtesy of Vail Tourism. Growing up in the Bay Area, Vail and Aspen to me … [Read more...]
What to Prepare for Tibet Travel and How to Plan a Tibet Tour
Traveling to different places in the world requires some planning to ensure that your trip is perfect. And Tibet tour is no different. Any trip to the roof of the world requires some serious planning and preparation, as it is unlike any other destination in the world. There are many things that are needed for a trip to Tibet that are different compared to planning for a visit to other countries. The first thing to remember is that … [Read more...]
Ireland’s Ancient Guardians
Donegal Sea Stack Climbing Living along the western seaboard of County Donegal live 100 guardians of an ancient and little known world. Sculptured by the pounding heart of the wild Atlantic Ocean over thousands of our lifetimes. These towering rock sentinels stand guard at the outer edge of our distant shores. Mark the boundary between the moving and the static. These gothic leviathans are the last remains of a time long … [Read more...]
Edinburgh in fast forward
If you’ve landed in Edinburgh for a day or two, there’s so much to see in so little time. It is strongly advisable to bring a good pair of sneakers, as everything is uphill, with cobblestone streets. Flip flops and Edinburgh don't match! I’m here to tell you how to squeeze in the top attractions when you’re in a crunch for time. Believe it or not, what you’re about to read is everything my travel buddy and I accomplished in 12 hours. Scott … [Read more...]
Why one should never miss the Tibet to Kathmandu Overland tour?
Travel to Tibet from Nepal The overland travel to Tibet from Nepal connects two capitals. One is Lhasa in Tibet and the other is Kathmandu in Nepal. The Tibet to Kathmandu overland tour starts in Lhasa and ends in Kathmandu. The overland tour is for the people who love to witness the beautiful sights of the journey while driving around. And this tour is definitely going to give you the opportunity to find out the real Tibet. You are going to … [Read more...]
Top Trekking destinations in Tibet and Nepal
To some, the physical terrain is one of the deciding factors that people consider at the time of embarking on a trip. And trekking is one of the things that can excite anyone who wants to explore new things, new place and new environment. If you are planning your Tibet Tour or Nepal Tour, you can’t afford to miss the following article. Why one should never miss treks in Tibet and Nepal? Well, Tibet and Nepal are the capitals of the adventure … [Read more...]
Five Festive Reasons to Visit Lompoc this Holiday Season!
Lompoc, CA – Lompoc shows off its festive side during the holiday season, when visitors will find holiday concerts, historic events, fun outdoor activities, plus an opportunity to relax while wine tasting or browsing for unique holiday gifts at the specialty stores throughout town. HOLIDAY EVENTS Sip Lompoc – November 24, 2017 – 1 to 4 pm Skip the Black Friday shopping hustle and bustle, and instead leisurely sip wine with friends and … [Read more...]
Finding Inspiration (and lots of fish) at Waterfall Resort, Alaska
52-acres of wilderness await guests at Waterfall Resort - a private fishing lodge located on Prince of Wales Island near Alaska's Inside Passage. Seasonal runs of large numbers of fish pass through here including wild king and silver salmon, various size halibut (and this fish can easily get over 100 pounds), lingcod and numerous other types of fish. The site of the resort was once a thriving cannery - founded in 1912 and operating through the … [Read more...]
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