Romania is fast becoming a “should visit” destination. There is much to experience in Romania on a European vacation. What comes to mind when you think of Romania? For me, it’s the homeland of the fictitious Count Dracula. Well, don’t think of Romania as a sinister place; far from it. It is a friendly country […]
People & Culture
Traditions, cultures and flavours from across the globe.
Mummies of South America – Incan Ice Maidens
When you think of mummies, the first mental jump would be to Egypt, or maybe even Brendan Fraser and the film, The Mummy (1999), but did you know that South America is home to many examples of mummified remains, including the best-preserved mummy in the world? Intentional mummification was a common practice throughout the ancient […]
The World of Ice and Fire: 10 Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Europe
Winter is over. As the worldwide television sensation Game of Thrones comes to an end, its popularity has never been higher. And in addition to the dragons, ice zombies, and castle sieges that the show brought us, it also delivered exquisite views of some of Europe’s loveliest locations. To commemorate the show’s finale, we’re showcasing […]
Eating Your Way Through a Thailand Vacation
For many travellers, Thailand is the gateway to Asia. But the food and culture is so good, some travellers may never want to venture beyond it. It may not have the global exposure of Chinese or Indian cuisine, but Thai cuisine is among Asia’s most popular, and a Thailand vacation will absolutely have you addicted […]
Exploring Great Religions on World Travel
Religion offers a reason to travel across the world. And I’m not just talking about pilgrimage, whether the Hajj, which requires Muslims to make a trip to Mecca at least once in their lifetime, or the hiking trails along the Camino de Santiago in Western Spain, one of the most significant pilgrimages in Christianity. I […]
Cruising Options on Asia Tours
Impossibly vast, with no one corner quite like another, Asia spoils for choice when it comes to both destinations and modes of travel. Cruising its waterways however can open up local communities and sides of its most famous countries most visitors never get to see on Asia tours. Here are three great rivers to consider […]
Getting the Most Out of Champagne on Your France Vacation
Any self-respecting “bubbly” drinker knows it’s not “Champagne” unless it comes from the Champagne region of north-eastern France. The area makes an easy enough addition to your Western Europe trip, but it requires some preparation, and in most cases, advance reservations. Many Champagne houses have a long and proud heritage with reputations stretching around the globe. […]
Manaakitanga – Finding the Spirit of Kiwi Hospitality on New Zealand Travel
One only needs to do a Google image search to see the extent to which nature has blessed New Zealand. Jagged, snow-capped peaks separated by deep blue fjords and winding roads that just beg for exploration. Mountain ranges overlook dense forests, rich with wildlife. Surreally-clear bay waters break gently on soft sand beaches, while powerful […]
Fresh Flavours of the Islands of Tahiti
The beaches, oceans, and resorts are always going to be the prime reasons to be excited about a trip to the Islands of Tahiti. But the food definitely deserves some mention. When you’re spending your days relaxing on beaches and swimming and snorkelling through the waters, you’ll work up an appetite and want to feast […]
DRINK RECIPE: Turkish Salep
Good news for those who don’t like winter… we’ve made it through the halfway point! Weather wise, it’s been a tough season so far for most of North America. While some take advantage of the winter activities on offer, others desperately upload gorgeous beach images as their desktop wallpaper to help get themselves through it […]
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