After you arrive at the airport and pick up your obligatory samples of free rum near the baggage claim jump into a waiting car (provided by the resort) or pickup your pre arranged rental car. The Ritz Carlton is located about as far from the airport as one can drive on the island which refreshingly is only about 25 minutes away. Once here, settle into your luxurious room and enjoy a bottle of wine or hors d’oeuvres provided by their culinary … [Read more...]
The 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim
Step out of your comfort zone and view the delights of the world around you. Here we take you on a tour of Sikkim, a small state in the northeast of India that is bordered with Tibet. Sikkim is a visual pleasure that marries mountainous terrains with the simple life. This place is more than a window to the Himalayas as you are about to discover. We share with you the Top 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim. You will discover new lands, culture, … [Read more...]
What makes Mykonos so popular every year?
Year after year, Mykonos continues to increase in popularity and receives visitors from different parts of the globe. The small beautiful Island is located in the Cyclades in the South Aegean region of Greece. It has an area of about 85 square kilometers with a 34.1 meters elevation. The small town is a fantasyland containing colorful doorways, whitewashed buildings, narrow streets, and small blue red domed churches. It is a major tourism … [Read more...]
Tips for Visiting Lapland, Finland
Lapland is a vast area within the Arctic Circle that stretches for 100,366 square kilometers. Covering Russia, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, it has a land area of 92,667 square kilometers and 7,699 square kilometer of water area. The Finnish Lapland is especially beautiful. It is a sparsely populated wilderness with frozen lakes and rivers, ancient pine forests, vast skiing areas, the stunning Northern Lights, and the home of Santa … [Read more...]
Top Water Sports to Enjoy While on the Road
Some of my favorite activities while traveling are participating in a variety of water sports. Over the years I've often traveled to islands (especially in the Caribbean) where water sports are a part of the culture and often a part of people's daily lives. I've participated in the following water sports ... and you can to :) Stand up Paddle Board - my first introduction to stand up paddle boarding was a few years ago in Bermuda. During my … [Read more...]
Pursuing Ski Resorts for both Winter and Summer Sports Activities
My first introduction to ski resorts was with my father at a very young age - we would pack into the car and drive several hours to the ski slopes and spend our afternoons combing up and down the slopes for coins and jewelry. Initially it was just walking while carefully studying the ground beneath our feet. You would be surprised what people lost during the ski season - we found beer cans still cold sitting in the snow, capri sun drinks - and … [Read more...]
The Best of Stowe Vermont at Topnotch Resort
Vermont's Stowe region embodies what comes to mind when envisioning a quintessential Green Mountain getaway. Beyond its renown as “ski capital of the east" surrounded by wide open meadows and working farms nestled among rolling mountains that rise up in every direction, this region is the epicenter of VT craft food producers ranging from household names like Cabot and Ben & Jerry's to local favorites like Cold Hollow Cider Mill and Vermont … [Read more...]
Exploring the Island of Efate, Vanuatu
Circling the island of Efate by vehicle takes about 2 hours without stopping. I wanted a more in depth experience so I joined a small tour hosted by Atmosphere Tours, based in Port Vila. As we left Port Vila on the only road that circles the island (built by the Americans) our guide duly pointed out the last electrical pole some few clicks outside of the city. Beyond that, the villages do not have government provided electricity and if they have … [Read more...]
Top 5 Backpacking Experiences to Have in Thailand
Thailand is one of the most attractive destinations for backpackers in Southeast Asia. It is also the most visited country within the region as it boasts of rich historical, cultural, and natural tourist sites. The country offers several experiences for backpackers, no matter their budget. The best of these experiences includes: 1. Visiting the Floating Markets in Bangkok The floating markets are some of Thailand’s top tourist … [Read more...]
The Best Luxury Golf Holidays in Portugal
Portugal has long been one of the leading golfing destinations in Europe with discerning golfers flocking from far and wide for the vast array of Championship courses and luxury resorts. Offering year-round sunshine and the perfect combination of sandy beaches and rugged coastlines, it’s no wonder Portugal is on the golf bucket list of many. When you’re not teeing off there’s plenty to see and do from discovering the country’s history and … [Read more...]
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