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 priority decisions is how to transport vehicles between homes, especially long distance. This can […]

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Lake Rio Cuarto is the deepest lake in Costa Rica and truly a hidden gem. I haven’t seen pictures or heard of this place prior to me visiting. Most tourists never end up here, unless they stay at the exact same eco lodge I stayed at, Hotel Del Bosque. They arrange all the tours on this lake and carry people to and from the hotel and the lake. We already rented a car for the duration of our trip and we just drove there ourselves. If you’d like to plan […]

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Mount Apo, standing tall at 2,954 meters above sea level, is the highest mountain in the Philippines. Often called the “King of Philippine Peaks,” this dormant stratovolcano located in Mindanao is a coveted destination for adventurers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking to conquer the highest summit in the archipelago. Nestled between the provinces of Davao del Sur and North Cotabato, Mount Apo offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for hikers. This comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know to successfully summit Mount Apo, from itinerary planning […]

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My first trip outside of the U.S. was with family to western Canada. Inspired by the summertime scenery in the gorgeous rocky mountains including moraine lakes, glaciers, snow covered tips of mountains and wildlife, upon returning home I began to dream of more overseas travels. My next trip was to Costa Rica as part of a college sponsored trip; I remember this was the first time I swam in an ocean with warm water. And the wildlife in Monteverde Cloud Forest was prolific. I then followed this up by another […]

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Saudi Arabia used to be one of the most difficult countries to secure a tourist visa. Several years ago on a flight from Bangkok to Vietnam I remember reading an article mentioning that policies regarding travel to the country would be changing in the coming years. I made a mental note to keep an eye open for that. I was able to visit last year, spending the majority of my time in Dammam. Traveling to Saudi Arabia can be an exhilarating adventure, with its unique blend of ancient traditions and […]

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Delayed flights are unfortunately the result of numerous factors, whether it be weather, mechanical equipment, software problems or a myriad of other factors. During mu 20+ years of traveling I have come to realize that a delayed flight or even cancellations are more common than one would think. Those flying once or twice a year, may in fact never experience a delay or canceled flight due to their infrequent travel, but for those on the road more often, its almost expected. And when a flight leaves on time, I always […]

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When it comes to renting a car, there are many options available to you. However, full-service car rental is generally the best option for a plethora of reasons. What is Full-Service Car Rental? Full-service car rental is a type of car rental that provides you with everything you need to get on the road. This includes not only the car itself but also insurance, maintenance, and roadside assistance. Making it the perfect solution if you need cars for long term rent. It is a convenient long-term solution to gain access […]

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If you are an animal lover looking for a way to volunteer your time while on vacation, there are plenty of animal hospitals, rescue organizations, and animal shelters that can always use a helping hand when it comes to animal care! Whether you are an experienced veterinary professional or a first time volunteer, this article provides plenty of pointers on everything you need to know about volunteering abroad with animals. Where to Find Animal Volunteer Jobs For those who are new to volunteering abroad, it may seem impossible to know […]

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Through a neighbourhood travel agent, in December 2019 I booked a tour of northern Italy, scheduled for May 2020. I also bought an expensive and comprehensive insurance policy that would allow me to cancel FOR ANY REASON. I stumbled upon this agent’s office in a local mall during the late winter of 2019. I told her that I was alone and on a limited budget. She told me there was a tour company that catered to solo travelers, and ordered their brochure for me in advance of the 2020 season. […]

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A sense of dread seeps from my shoulders down to my knees. I tried to pull and shake the bolt, each time more frantically. And just like that, I was trapped in a corrugated steel toilet in front of my husband and a group of 8 people I didn’t know. Outside the toilet I had another problem. Happy tourists with an easy confidence introduced themselves to me and made light conversation. I edged my way through them to stand in comfortable silence with a quieter bunch. My group smiled and […]

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Pants around my ankles, I can’t look away. It’s staring at me, a droplet of water slithering slowly down its face. The droplet reaches the bottom, clings, swells, then splatters against the tile floor. And I’m thinking no, I mean, they can’t, can they? They can’t actually- the angles alone! But they must, because every bathroom into which I’ve slapped my slippery flip-flops as one installed. Right there, next to the toilet. Sometimes righty, sometimes lefty, but always, always there: a spray nozzle not unlike the one next to the faucet on my […]

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Shanghai is among the world’s largest cities by population. Two airports serve this major metropolis: Hongqiao International Airport (more domestic flights) and Pudong International. The metro connects both airports to the center of town and outlying suburbs. The fastest train in the world, the Maglev connects Pudong Airport to the metro system. Air pollution is certainly a problem here – during the Shanghai Expo in 2010 factories were shut down and as a result the air quality improved dramatically…for a time, until the Expo finished. travel insurance We recently spent […]

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Peer-to-peer carsharing leader looks to alleviate traffic and disrupt the model of car ownership in the greater Los Angeles area. LOS ANGELES — Getaround, the platform that empowers users to instantly rent and drive great cars shared by people in their city, announced its expansion into Greater Los Angeles today. Now, car owners in LA can reduce the financial burden of car ownership and even make some fun money by listing their car on Getaround. Each car is equipped with Getaround Connect™, a proprietary technology that enables renters to locate and unlock the car […]

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I left for the Tbilisi International Airport in the country of Georgia at 10pm. I arrived at my final destination, Shiraz, Iran some 20 hours later – the next day. If you look on the map this is about a 3 to 3.5 hour flight. As it were, the airport in Tbilisi is under construction; a new runway is being built so all day flights have been moved to the night. I spent all night in the beautiful fairly new Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku, Azerbaijan – nestled as […]

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Congo is one of the 3 countries in the world where tourists have an opportunity for gorilla safaris and spend upto one hour with mountain gorillas in the jungle. Virunga national park is home to 6 habituated gorilla families available for trekking with other families still undergoing habituation process. The Democratic Republic of Congo shares a portion of the virunga volcano region which also occupies a small part of Rwanda called the Volcanoes national park and Uganda called the Mgahinga national park. In this portion of the Virunga massif, Virunga […]

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