It is that time of year, when those in the northern Hemisphere (myself included) start thinking about migrating to warmer climes for the winter. For me it's from California to Thailand. This involves a couple of long flights and some invariable jet lag. But for many others in the U.S. or Canada in terms of this seasonal migration, there are many more logistics involved. These snowbirds go beyond packing winter coats and sunscreen. One of the … [Read more...]
On the Third World’s Insatiable Appetite For Hollow Consumerism
Originally published via Armageddon Safari: "Have you beauty, that leads the heart from things fashioned of wood and stone to the holy mountain? Tell me, have you these in your houses? Or have you only comfort, and the lust for comfort, that stealthy thing that enters the house a guest, and becomes a host, and then a master?" -Kahlil Gibran, The Prophet Of all the cancerous cultural exports America has inflicted upon the unsuspecting innocents … [Read more...]
Olongapo: Where Navy History Meets Filipino Soul
The first thing that strikes you about Olongapo City isn't the visual – it's the energy. As our jeepney rumbles down Magsaysay Drive, the main artery of this bustling port city about 80 kilometers northwest of Manila, the vibrant pulse of street life emerges against a backdrop of mountains and sea. Once home to the largest U.S. naval base outside American soil, Olongapo has transformed itself from a military outpost into a dynamic Filipino city … [Read more...]
The Most Visited Cities in the World in 2025
A never-ending debate among many travel enthusiasts is “What is the most visited city in the world?” Because every year, new destinations rise to the spotlight. A tourist looks for smooth booking and payment options when exploring new cities, and an online player will prefer a great site to enjoy the same ease, including fast and secure payments. Convenience is what defines modern experiences. And that’s exactly what these top cities … [Read more...]
Grand Ole Opry, Nashville Tennessee – November 2025
A must visit for any country music lover - this is the country's longest running radio broadcast, dating from 1925 with the first show broadcasted on Nashville station WSM - now a 50,000 watt radio station that still broadcasts the Friday and Saturday Opry shows and plays country music full time (including being able to listen live via the Internet). Sirius XM Radio Channel 59 (Willie's Place) also broadcasts these shows on the weekends. … [Read more...]
Two Days in Vegas: Where Every Hour Counts
Las Vegas is one of those cities that has always appealed to me in an intriguing sort of way. It’s not a 'conventional' city by any definition; its wink is seductive, filled with opportunity, excitement and flash - where money is always on full display. The city can be overwhelming, especially for first time visitors. My first trip was in college. Stepping out of the plane into one of the terminals at Harry Reid International Airport, I remember … [Read more...]
The QE2 Sails Again! This Time… On a Culinary Journey
Around the World in 80 Days — launching October 1 to December 19 2025. From Southampton to Singapore, Marseille to Mumbai — One Ship. Eighty Destinations. Infinite Flavours. This October, the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) will set sail on a new kind of voyage – one of flavour, culture, and nostalgia – with the launch of an extraordinary culinary series, Around the World in 80 Days. Running for 80 nights from 1 October to 19 December … [Read more...]
Venture Beyond the Resorts to Fully Experience the State of Nayarit this Winter
The state of Nayarit, located in south-central Mexico, is nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Sierra Madre mountain range. Internationally renowned for its ultra-push resorts along the Riviera Nayarit — a long stretch of coastline with some of the best beaches in Mexico, like Sayulita and Punta Mita — the state offers visitors multitudes of experiences, from the mountains to the sea, that will awaken the senses and enrich any winter … [Read more...]
Fjällbacka, Western Sweden – October 2025
This is one of the more picturesque towns along Western Sweden - located about a 90 minutes drive north of Gothenburg. Colorful buildings line the harbor - and on a clear and warm day this is the perfect spot to enjoy an ice cream or duck into any of a number of specialty shops here. Fjällbacka is also well known among Swedes because the country's top selling crime novel author, Camilla Lackberg sets her novels here. She is most known for her … [Read more...]
Travel Expert: 10 Europe Money Tips Worth Remembering
Summer is at its end in Europe, and the heat can make it harder to think clearly, especially when you’re juggling train schedules, restaurant menus and payment options in a new country. "In Europe, the small things can shape your whole trip, a bit of preparation means more time enjoying and less time sorting out the unexpected, whether it’s how you pay, where you eat, or getting around smoothly." - Andrea Moradei, founder of the Italian wine … [Read more...]
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