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Between the Traditional and the Modern, there Lies Ulaanbaatar

December 2, 2016 by Abdul Rastagar4 Comments

Somewhere between the modern and the traditional, there lies Ulaanbaatar. Mongolia’s fascinating capital is a city evolving before our very eyes. Its population is rapidly trading its ancestral, nomadic ways for a more modern life while still trying to retain the uniqueness of its rich culture. Ulaanbaatar is a city in transition, moved by dynamics bigger than itself. It lies at the intersection of globalization, capitalism, the legacy of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Asia, Beijing, Coffee, Culture, Desert, Food and Wine, Japan, Korea, Lifestyle, Moscow, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Traffic, Wildlife

Las Vegas Monorail’s Elevated Third Rail Lounge to host First-Ever Exclusive New Year’s Eve Party

November 23, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

Las Vegas Monorail's Elevated Third RailLounge to Host First-Ever Exclusive New Year's Party - Location offers a fantastic, panoramic view of the Strip fireworks show. - Las Vegas Monorail will be the only Strip transportation available during road closures on New Year’s Eve. - Parking at the Las Vegas Convention Center Station is included in the ticket price. LAS VEGAS (November 2016) – For the first time, New Year’s Eve revelers will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beer, Casino, Drinking, Fireworks, Paris, Public Transportation, Resort, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Traffic, Train Travel, Wine Tasting

5 Things You Must Do in Lisbon

November 14, 2016 by Júlia Vilaça1 Comment

Every city has some things we simply can’t miss. Because they’re part of its tradition, because they’re genuine and because they perfectly represent its culture. Lisbon is no exception – the capital of Portugal has some things you can’t miss while visiting it and today I invite you to discover five of them. Visit the most famous Portuguese bakery. In the early 19th century, in Belém, right next to the Jerónimos Monastery, there was a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Bakeries, Castle, Culture, Garden, Portugal, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Walking tour

City Guide: How to spend time in Cape Town

November 6, 2016 by Ninette Min1 Comment

Attractions in Cape Town.

The city of Cape Town, also known as the Mother City, is located on the southern-most part of the African continent. It’s one of South Africa’s most popular holiday destinations because of its pristine blue flag beaches, iconic mountains, beautiful fynbos landscape and diverse culture. Cape Town, more specifically Cape Point, is the site where the two oceans meet – the cool Atlantic and the warm Pacific. Besides the Mother City’s 360 degree … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Africa, Beach, Bridges, Castle, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Garden, Helicopter, Hiking, India, Indonesia, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Music, National Park, Paradise, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, South Africa

The Delightful Mai Samui

November 2, 2016 by Anthony Jury3 Comments

The calmness of the sea and the towering palm trees full of coconuts alerts you to a paradise awaiting inside the Mai Samui Beach Resort and Spa. Upon arrival, you are greeted with a smile and an ice-cold drink. But you are distracted by what’s around you. The rooms tower above and border the swimming pools below. Your eyes are spoiled at the sight and you know from the beginning that your stay at Mai Samui will be a vacation that you’ll never … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Beach, Bicycle, Bus Travel, Coffee, Culinary travel, Drinking, Food and Wine, Hiking, Palm Trees, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, River Rafting, Shopping Mall, Spa, Sports, Taxi, Traffic, Walking tour

Backpacking in Venezuela

October 31, 2016 by Stingy Nomads2 Comments

Waterfall in Jasper Canyon - Gran Sabana, Venezuela,

Venezuela must be one of the most unique countries I have ever been to. Since so few people travel here, most of what we heard, from its beauty to its dangerous reputation is a combination of myth and mystery. It is a country that has never been on my travel radar; Alya however has been talking about visiting the amazing Mount Roraima for a while. THE REPUTATION When we started to investigate we heard so much nonsense, it seemed like … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South America · Tagged: Africa, Backpacking, Beach, Beer, Brazil, Bus Travel, Coffee, Colombia, Food and Wine, Mountain Climbing, Pizza, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, South Africa, Street Food, Taxi, Trekking, Walking tour

Cologne Christmas Markets: 5 Most Important Things to Bring with You

October 26, 2016 by Buzz CLeave a Comment

Every last Monday just before Advent, bright lights, lively Christmas carols, and magical festivities officially signal the start of the year’s Christmas holidays in Cologne, Germany. Known as the Christmas Markets, it is one of the busiest times of the year in the already crowded city. Millions of tourists from the four corners of the globe flock to Cologne to bring home Christmas goodies sold at the numerous Budens that dot the city center. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Christmas, Euro, Germany, Markets, Music, Shopping Mall, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

Four of my favourite farm stalls in the Western Cape South Africa

October 21, 2016 by Ninette Min2 Comments

As a child, whenever my parents told me we were going on holiday I became really excited, not only for the destination, but for all the stops that we’d make along the way. It’s tradition in our family that when we travel, that we stop at a farm stall to purchase organic vegetables and fruit, biltong and delicious farmstyle pies. So now I’m going to share with you four of my favourite farm stalls along the N2 in the Western Cape that my family … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Africa, Bakeries, Coffee, Culinary travel, Fishing, Food and Wine, Garden, National Park, Pizza, Rainforest, Restaurants, Road Trip, Shopping Mall, South Africa, Wine Tasting

Las Vegas on a Budget

October 14, 2016 by Jay V.1 Comment

Las Vegas was visited by 41 million people last year, and over 70% of them are very likely to return. There are many reasons why one would visit the most famous ‘sin city’ in the US and the whole world and its numerous casinos surely are one. Luckily, you can enjoy playing your favourite casino games even if you aren’t in Vegas. Check out http://www.australiancasinoclub.com/roo-casino.htm if you want to find out more about one of the most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Asia, Casino, Culinary travel, Drinking, Museum, Paris, Restaurants, Save Money, Shopping Mall

On a Bike Through an Indonesian Kampong

October 13, 2016 by Cecile RiphagenLeave a Comment

On a bike through an Indonesian Kampong Indonesia is a fascinating country. The collection of islands close to the equator has everything from beaches, volcanoes, rain forest, legends and smiling people trying to make you feel at home. It's a gorgeous, mind boggling country that stole my heart already years ago. It was good to be back after many years. I arrived in Jakarta and was hurried to the car my friend had sent for me. ‘We have to go … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Beach, Bicycle, Canals, Drinking, Flowers, Indonesia, Museum, Paris, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Taxi, Traffic

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