Western Turkey is rich with cultural and historical sites as well as stunning natural beauty. The region has previously played host to a great number of ancient civilisations. The Western region of Turkey stretches from Istanbul, all the way along the Aegean coast to the southern seaside resort of Marmaris, past pristine beaches, traditional towns various UNESCO World Heritage sites. Turkey Tours can take you to visit some of the region's top … [Read more...]
My Two Favorite Spots in Luang Prabang, Laos
After recently visiting Luang Prabang, hindsight has given me a unique perspective of the region. I can inform you that not all activities were worthy of exploration. Therefore, to save you the hassles of doing these non pleasing activities - I have whittled my list down to two top activities that I found the most enjoyable during my stay. Kwang Xi Waterfalls: Tourists will be coaxed into visiting the waterfalls soon after they land - by … [Read more...]
The Contrasts of Travel Experiences
The contrasts of travel create an intriguing dichotomy while on the road. Today is a good example of experiences on the extreme ends of the spectrum. I met a beautiful yoga instructor living on the island of St. Barths last week for about 5 minutes. This was in a "remote" part of that tiny island along the rugged shoreline in what the locals call the 'natural pools', a series of surf fed ocean water that creates several small swimming areas. … [Read more...]
Wales: A Tale of Two Hotels
If Wales isn’t already marked on your map for its luxurious lodging options, two North Wales hotels aim to persuade you otherwise. Country house hotels are riding a wave of popularity in the United Kingdom and Wales is on the crest. With televisions shows like Downton Abbey and The Crown basking in the global pop-culture limelight, Brits and foreigners alike are flocking to elegant, small hotels to feel pampered in a discrete environment. If … [Read more...]
A Day Trip with Salvador Dali
The art world is an endless vista of influence and culture, from abstract to impressionist and surrealist, there is always something that appeals to the human spirit no matter your preference. If you’re like me, Salvador Dali is one such appealing artist. Take a day trip from Barcelona to Dali's home and museum, experience his genius up-close, and get inspired! Dali’s Portlligat Museum-House Just north of Barcelona, very close to the border … [Read more...]
Hiking and Hot Springs in the Rockies
This spring, I was invited to visit rural Marble in Colorado and experience the great American outdoors. Growing up and working in cities all my life, I had never been on a hiking holiday before and Colorado was going to be my introduction to the American outdoors. I flew into Denver, Colorado before driving to Marble, a 4-hour drive away. A friend had a family holiday home there on the outskirts of Marble where they had been visiting since he … [Read more...]
Intense Travel, Bangkok
I've spent significant time the past few months updating many of the guides on our site and will spend part of next 6 months doing so - making revisits to various destinations covered on this site. Bangkok is always uniquely challenging to update - simply because of the traffic. I have used motorcycles to get around town before but never to this extent. I call this intense travel - trying to revisit as many places as I possibly can each day, … [Read more...]
Escape Winter: Budget-Friendly Ocean Fishing in Puerto Penasco
Do you find yourself staring out your office window at the snow and gray sky day-dreaming about fishing on the ocean in your flip-flips with a cold beer? Is your dream squashed when your bank account balance doesn’t support pricey winter fishing hot spots like San Diego and Florida? If so, I’ll fill you in on a little secret of mine. 210 miles south of Phoenix is a sleepy little fishing village on the Sea of Cortez called Puerto Penasco or … [Read more...]
Ghosts of Verdun
"On the battlefield of Verdun I stand. Half a million, young as I, are buried here. Where are they now?" - excerpt from Verdun and You, a poem by German battle survivor William Hermanns Marshal Ferdinand Foch, France's Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in WW1, is said to have once remarked that the training of a Major General requires about 15,000 dead soldiers. In 1916, at the infamous battle of Verdun, more than 20 times that number … [Read more...]
5 Things Not To Miss on a Trip to Greece
This is one country that is often in the bucket lists of many people. If you plan to visit Greece anytime soon, keep on reading the rest of this post and we’ll recommend some of the best things that should not be missed. For sure, these will make your holiday one for the books! Explore the History in Athens Known as Europe’s historical capital, Athens is one city that should not be missed when visiting Greece. The best thing to do here … [Read more...]
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