Iceland is one of the most picturesque and wonderful places I have ever visited. In 2013, I went to see the Ben Stiller remake of the classic 1947 Danny Kaye comedy (and adaptation of the 1939 short-story) The Secret Life…
Bleary eyed from my red-eye flight and a little crinkled from travel, I robotically entered my hotel elevator, turned to face the closing doors, and spotted the impeccably-polite front desk manager and his bellhop seven metres behind him bow low…
May 3rd is Wild Koala Day, a perfect day to raise awareness of endangered koalas and their threatened natural habitat. Our friend, Janine Duffy, from Echidna Walkabout Tours, knows a little bit about koalas. It was Janine who penned a…
It was a “Mola mola” or Ocean Sunfish, one of the largest fish on earth. It was being hunted by the wolves of the sea. A pack of orca, or killer whales. My family and I were in zodiac boats…
The country of Thailand remains one of Asia‘s most gratifying and indulgent vacation destinations. This Buddhist “Land of Smiles” has it all, from exotic culture, tantalizing fresh cuisine, colourful history and culture, to spectacular scenery, royal palaces, pristine beaches, jungles,…
Travelling to Asia is an eclectic mash-up of colours, cultures, and cuisines. Teeming crowds, gaps in infrastructure, and other petty annoyances don’t have to deter you from Asian travel. River cruises are quickly becoming the most popular vacation choice in…
Bhutan is a mystical Buddhist kingdom in Asia, set high up in the Himalayas. Affectionately known as “The Dragon Kingdom,” with steep forested mountains and deep misty valleys, it’s a place of untouched mystery and magic. Filled with ancient monasteries,…
Northern Thailand, bordering Myanmar and Laos, is an area characterized by dense forests and misty mountainous terrain, called home by Westerners and ancient hill tribes. Home of the alluring capital city of Chiang Mai, travellers can explore bustling street markets,…
Singapore is a city of contrasts, where fairy-tale temples stand beside skyscrapers and cityscapes blend into community gardens. This colourful city is filled with an enchanting mix of neighbourhoods – each offering its own particular charm. On your Singapore vacation,…
Three friends, Vincent Urban, Alex Schiller, Alex Tank documented their 3 week trip travelling through Japan in an absolutely top notch video on Vimeo which delivers an exciting whirlwind tour of Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima and Kyoto at the pace and efficiency…
China’s major cities are teeming with iconic sights and sounds, but beyond the major travel sites are incredible mountain landscapes, fascinating ethnic groups, and gorgeous wildlife. On your China vacation, explore the majestic Gobi Desert, search for Asian elephants in…
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