Traditions, cultures and flavours from across the globe.
Back in 2004, I was assigned to build a resort in Northern Laos on the banks of the Mekong River. This eco-lodge with safari tents, thatched roof, and an individual solar panel to produce electricity in each room was the…
As an avid runner, I always make room for my running shoes and gear when I travel, with the best intentions to fit in a few runs while I am away. If I am honest, the gear doesn’t always make…
In June 2016 I met up with my son in Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand for a three-week trip that would take us through Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. Aidan had just completed a month of volunteer work in Laos and was…
Driving from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni Bolivia, you cross the altiplano—high plains—and on this route there are no roads, just dirt tracks. This was before the Internet and Google Maps. We made our way based on notes of…
Trials and tribulations always make the best stories, provided things all work out in the end. London to Kathmandu was one of the first popular overland journeys and the route has an allure to this day. After years leading trips…
The drive from Puno, Peru to La Paz, Bolivia was always fun. Apart from the stunning views driving along the shore of Lake Titicaca, the border crossing with the black-market money changing in back alleys and the “tumbleweed vibe” of…
A lot has changed for Tokyo in the past 56 years. On the eve of the 1964 Summer Olympics, Tokyo was considered something of a backwater. But in the lead up to the Olympics, Japan rebuilt and expanded the city,…
The imperial splendour of Vienna confirms its place among the grandest capitals in Europe. A trip to Vienna is a pilgrimage for classical music lovers, who may want to bump it to the top of any Europe vacation itinerary. For…
No playdates, no daycare, no playgrounds, no school, no sports—it’s hard being a parent during this time, because kids have nothing but themselves and their family members to occupy them. And while we know that most parents are probably dreading…
Since the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 2015, Star Wars has never been far from the centre of current pop-culture. This means that the fantastic worlds that Star Wars shows on screen dominate many people’s imaginations. And…
Tired of travel shows but still want to Netflix your way around the world? An uplifting cult sci-fi series could be your next armchair obsession. During this time of physical distancing, we’ve talked a lot about some favourite movies and…
I think not being able to go out to restaurants is one of the hardest parts of quarantine. I know there are a million other considerations far more important than whether I get to enjoy a nice meal out, but…
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