World’s Most Dangerous Border The bitter wind tore through my parka, as I stood less than 25 feet away from an armed North Korean soldier. I shivered again, but this time in reflection of where I stood. Sharply uniformed North and South Korean soldiers were patrolling with weapons by their side. I was in the DMZ, the demilitarized zone that bisects North and South Korea. Former President Bill Clinton, described it as the "the scariest … [Read more...]
Best Free Things to Do in Canada
People love free things, and visitors to Canada are not exceptions to this rule. Vacationers are forever looking for ways to get the maximum fun at a minimum cost. Fortunately, Canada is a loveable city that offers plenty of free ways to have fun. The free things you can do in Canada may be outdoor or indoor, adventurous or relaxing, child friendly or adult only. In brief, there is something for everybody and visitors can take their time to … [Read more...]
Welcome to the World of Contrast – Light, Dark and all Shades in Between #Iceland
I've never come across such a wide range of plays of light and darkness in a single day as today, my first introduction to Iceland. Enormous dark clouds layered themselves over plateaus in the distance - themselves layered by alternating white and dark between land, snow and glaciers. The sun shone in the foreground contrasted by the darkness in the background. The play of light and color between the water, the sky and the clouds was impressive … [Read more...]
3 Historical UK City’s To Visit This Summer!
Are you heading to the UK this summer? Perhaps you're planning a little 'Staycation' or maybe you're visiting from abroad to discover the bright lights of London town. Either way, there are some stunning areas of the country that should most definitely be explored at least once in your lifetime! Having made the decision around February last year to discover more of my own country, my eyes have been truly opened. For some reason, I've always … [Read more...]
5 Reasons why Disney is better with Older Children
Don't get me wrong, there really is something magical about taking the little ones to the Disney Parks. They marvel at the castle being larger than life, their favorite characters in person and the sheer joy of a Mickey bar. Visiting Disney with little ones creates a lifetime of memories. But ... I have had a ton more fun visiting Disney with my older, pre-teen children. Let me step back a moment. We live in the Orlando area and while we … [Read more...]
Visit Liechtenstein – June 2016
This small country is nestled among some of Europe's most picturesque alps - between Switzerland and Austria. A visit to the country starts with time in Vaduz, the capital city. This small city can easily be explored in a few hours. Rising high above Vaduz is the the road to the ski and summer town of Malbun. The road is narrow and steep at times - passing above gorgeous scenery, the valley far below and the jagged snow capped mountains rising … [Read more...]
Why Are Personal Trips Interesting?
If you are used to traveling in larger groups, it is time to consider an alternative type of travel; a private tour with a guide. With a private guide you can customize the type of tour you like including it's duration, route, mode of transport, and pace among other options. Consider this well-known image: a man with a flag or a sign in his raised hand leads a string of camera toting tourists. This is one way to see a city. However, your … [Read more...]
Top 3 Cities to Visit this Summer
So many beautiful cities exist around the globe, that it can be hard to choose where you want to travel to. But because of their food, history and amazing culture, you’ll find the following three destinations the ideal getaway for your summer vacation. Milan Traveling to various cities worldwide can be exhilarating. It can also be a traveler’s nightmare if you have to switch planes or sit in a confined space for hours on end. Fortunately, … [Read more...]
First Day Exploring St. Kitts
I met a Brazilian traveler today - he has not traveled much at all and this was his first time to the Caribbean. He did not speak a word of English so I ended up helping translate through his language barrier using Spanish as our common language. After what I estimated to be a 15 minute walk into town from the B&B where I am staying - turned into a hour, I was more than ready to rent a motorbike. I found a shop run by a man named Matrix who … [Read more...]
8 Great Things to do in South America’s Triple Frontier
If you’re planning your first South American vacation then the tri-border between Paraguay, Argentina, and Brazil might be just what you’re looking for! From the breathtaking Iguazu Falls, to passing by the best duty free in the world, to a surprising bar made of ice, the area has plenty on offer for tourists. It's an incredibly rare thing to be able to enjoy the opportunity of visiting three countries in one day (although we’d strongly … [Read more...]
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