Croatia’s picture-perfect island of Losinj sits in the Northern Adriatic Sea, a stone’s throw from Italy. It has been luring visitors since the 19th century, when Austro-Hungarian aristocracy first recognized its regal sheen. The curative effects of a near-perfect climate, crystalline sea and air infused with the scent of hundreds of native plant species made it a top health resort. Tourists have once again taken notice of this salubrious … [Read more...]
Ridiculously Awesome Travel Tips For a 7 Day Trip to Antalya
This is the sequel to my first post and this one is all about my stay in Antalya. Our trip to Turkey was two weeks long; eight days were spent in Antalya and six days in Istanbul. Although we initially planed to go to Cappadocia, Fethiye and Pamukkale, ultimately we weren't up for all the extra travel and hassle. If you have the time and energy to do so, than definitely check these places out as they are often a part of visitor's typical … [Read more...]
Cancun Sea Turtle Hatching and Release Experience
The turtle egg-laying season is between May and September in the Mexican Caribbean resort town of Cancun. I was fortunate to visit with my son in August and experience turtle eggs hatching and the baby turtle's journey to the ocean. For most sea turtles, making their way onto the beach at night to lay eggs can be a risky situation. In Cancun, a few of the hotels located on the famed 'Hotel Zone' have created sea turtle protection and release … [Read more...]
Experience Sunshine Coast my way
When you are leading a stressful life as I was, you usually do not even realize it until it is too late. Only after some types of trauma people do start paying attention to the tempo of their lives and how much stress they truly feel. Also, living in modern cities additionally produces a great level of stress which does not occur in the county. Long commutes to/from work, long lines at supermarkets, traffic jams and too many people constantly … [Read more...]
Get off the resort! Rivera Maya Mexico
Drug lords, bacteria-filled water, pick-pocketers. Mexico sounds like a scary place. All-inclusive, sandy beaches, endless buffets. Mexico sounds dreamy. But how much do you actually know about Mexico? I knew that when a group of friends booked an all-inclusive resort in Rivera Maya, I wanted to get off of that resort. I wanted to see the real Mexico. Were my friends up for it? I didn’t know, but that wasn’t going to stop me. The next … [Read more...]
Marriage, Bloodline and Leisure in Bohol
To be in the shoes of a wanderer is to fully experience life and to ponder our own existence. However some places carve out a special place in your heart - places you must return to again. There is a mystery of why this 'pull of attraction' exists within yourself and no amount of restraint can stop you from revisiting. For me, Bohol in the Philippines is that place. It has been exactly four years now since I visited Bohol, its capital … [Read more...]
Dubai – A journey into the city of superlatives
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...]
Top 10 Things You Must Do in Jaisalmer
If cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur bear the mark of luxury and opulence of royal Rajput lifestyle then Jaisalmer epitomizes rural Rajasthan. A day or two in this remote town will give you a closer look to the daily life in this desert land. If you are a traveller and believe in experiencing rather than seeing Jaisalmer is the place to visit. And here are the top ten activities to make the most of your Jaisalmer travel. Walking tour … [Read more...]
A “Royal Holiday” in the Heart of Caribbean at Park Royal Cozumel
I first became enamored with all-inclusive resorts two years ago. There is something incredibly liberating about knowing everything is all taken care of in advance. No need to budget your dollars over the course of a vacation. No need to even carry around a wallet. It takes an element of stress away allowing your vacation to feel like a royal experience. My most recent all inclusive experience took place at the Park Royal Cozumel. Arriving … [Read more...]
My Puerto Vallarta Taco Adventure
Mexico is many things, but it’s the gastronomic riches that keep pulling me back. This is the land of complex mole, slow-roasted cochinita pibil and simmering pozole, to name just a few of the traditional dishes that I dream of. I recently returned to this country to vacation in Puerto Vallarta. It is a classic Pacific coast resort town, but it’s also a thriving, vibrant and muy auténtico city. As tempting as the sun, sand and surf are, get off … [Read more...]
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