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Babak A. Tafreshi, National Geographic Photographer, Explorer, Speaker

November 25, 2023 by Teh Chin Liang1 Comment

Babak Tafreshi is an Iranian-born photographer, science communicator, and dark sky advocate. He is known for his work in astrophotography and nightscape photography, capturing stunning images of the night sky, including stars, galaxies, and celestial events. Tafreshi is the founder of  The World at Night (TWAN), a global program that uses photography to raise awareness about light pollution and the importance of preserving natural nightscapes. He … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Art, California, Chile, Culture, Desert, Europe, Everest, Film, Food and Wine, Interview, Iran, Journey, Kenya, National Geographic, National Park, Nepal, Oman, Photography

Visit Musandam and experience an exhilarating 1,800-meter-long Zipline

July 25, 2023 by Sara al KabiLeave a Comment

Musandam, located in Oman, recently introduced a new and exciting activity-packed adrenaline for tourists. According to the Oman Observer, the zipline opened its doors to customers in April. Musandam, which can be found in the topmost region of Oman, is a treasure trove for people looking for exciting experiences. The area, known for its amazing natural beauty, is also home to many activities that are guaranteed to get your heart racing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Dubai, Journey, Oman, Passport, Photography, Visa, Wildlife, Zip line

Fatspatrol (Fathima) Mohiuddin, Artist and Muralist

June 10, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang1 Comment

Q1. You started your art journey by painting on your bedroom walls when you were 13. Does art run in your family? Did you ever imagine that one day you’d taking your painting from your bedroom’s wall to a building’s wall? My brother and I are both artists. He was more of a natural  showing real talent at a young age. As his younger sister, I kind of followed what he did. I read his comic books and copied drawings out of them and that started … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Art, Australia, Beach, Britain, Canada, Culture, Desert, Dubai, England, Festival, Food and Wine, India, Ireland, Jordan, Journey, London, Mexico, Music, Nightlife, Oman

Can GCC residents travel to Saudi?

December 22, 2021 by Kate WilliamsLeave a Comment

If you are a resident of one of the member nations of the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council), you might be interested in knowing if you can travel to Saudi Arabia. So if you wish to know that as a GCC resident, are you privileged enough to travel to Saudi, we will let you know the same in this article. Majorly, you will be required to obtain a Saudi visa for GCC residents, you will not be required to get a tourist visa. To get to know about the same, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Kuwait, Oman, Visa

Some of the Best Things to Do in Oman and the UAE during the 2021 T20 World Cup

August 27, 2021 by Rob OosterwijkLeave a Comment

The T20 Cricket World Cup is fast approaching and cricket fans all over the world will be looking forward to it getting underway. Before it starts, we also have the rest of the Indian Premier League to enjoy as well. At the start of June it was announced that the IPL will be played in the United Arab Emirates and at the end of June it was also announced that the T20 World Cup will be held in UAE and Oman. In the following article, we are going to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Caves, Culture, Desert, Dubai, England, Fashion, History, Hot Air Balloon, India, Mosque, Oman, Romantic, Sand, Scuba Diving, Seafood, Walking tour, Waterfall

New PBS Series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL Features Modern-Day Adventurer Tackling Stunning World Firsts in Unexplored Corners of the Planet

December 16, 2019 by DaveLeave a Comment

Riveting and Awe-Inspiring Documentary Series, Premiering Wednesday, January 15, 2020, 10:00–11:00 p.m. ET, Features Earth's Natural Wonders and Hidden Gems ARLINGTON, VA; November 25, 2019 – PBS's new 10-episode series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL reveals there are still parts of our planet yet to be discovered. Explorer and naturalist Steve Backshall pursues incredible journeys and world firsts — unclimbed peaks, unexplored cave systems … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Canyon, Caves, Desert, Fjord, History, Internet, Mexico, Mountain Climbing, Natural History, Oman, Passport, Rainforest, River Rafting, Scuba Diving, Shopping Mall, Wildlife, Yucatan Peninsula

Off Beat Destinations for an Adventurous Holiday

November 1, 2015 by Rob FLeave a Comment

The lists of the best travel destinations are always biased towards a few places like France, England and Switzerland, and in some cases India and Turkey. While these places are of course spectacularly awesome, there are some other places in the world that are less heard of but offer quite a captivating experience for adventure lovers. Sometimes we want our travel experience to be more unique and special. Sometimes we do not want the hassle of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Architecture, Asia, China, Culture, England, Food and Wine, France, History, Ice Cream, India, Iran, Markets, Mediterranean, Mosque, National Park, Oman, Seafood, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Wildlife

Adrian Qais: Adventure Traveller

August 17, 2013 by Dave2 Comments

Adrian's travels embody what we define as "experiential travel" - at its core it is traveling with an intent and openness to having experiences - in part focusing on what is unique to a particular region. And Adrian has already had enough unique experiences from his time on the road to last most people a lifetime. From being kidnapped in Africa to staying with nomadic Bedouin tribespeople in the deserts of Oman to total cultural immersion in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Africa, Beach, Coffee, Culture, Desert, Drinking, England, Europe, Food and Wine, Helicopter, Japan, Lifestyle, London, Oman, Sailing, Sand, Wadi Bashing, Walking tour, Wanderlust, Whales

Indonesia: Hello Mister!

July 3, 2013 by Tiffany Soukup11 Comments

The motion sensor detects my presence and two glass doors slide open to grant me entry into the Woolworth's Supermarket. I grab a trolly (shopping cart) and peruse the isles pausing to examine labels at my will. Although I have been shopping for decades, this time feels a little different. To my right a woman in pink track shorts excuses herself to reach across and grab the peanut butter. A mother wheels by with a small girl strapped in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, America, Australia, Caves, Food and Wine, Indonesia, Internet, Journey, Lifestyle, Mountain Climbing, Music, National Park, Oman, Rainforest, Shopping Mall, Trekking, Tsunami, Tuk Tuk, Village, Walking tour

Southern Jordan, Fun in the Sun

January 5, 2011 by Dave2 Comments

We are watching the sun slowly drop below the Egyptian skyline here on the edge of the Red Sea merely 3 clicks from the Saudi border. It is so quiet from our mountain side desert perch. 6 minutes walking gets us to the beach. The air is warm and intoxicating. We are on the Jordanian side now. This arm of the Red Sea contains the world's most northerly coral reefs. The Red Sea is full of coral and brightly colored fish. Just got in from a 1 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: America, Arabic, Beach, Bridges, Canyon, Cell Phone, Chile, Chocolate, Desert, Dessert, Drinking, Food and Wine, Ice Cream, Indiana, Israel, Jordan, Markets, Olives, Oman, Passport

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