Exotic is often used when describing Asia. An amazingly diverse continent, a land of mystery, legend, and a place where you can experience culture at its most magnificent.
Travel is the greatest passion I have in life and likely always will be. I am a true globetrotter and definitely more of a traveller than a tourist. I don’t collect keychains or postcards when I travel; I collect moments…
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…
I travelled to Thailand in May of 2019, heading to the vibrant city of Bangkok, the entertainment town of Pattaya, Chiang Mai, which is known as the Rose of the North and home to the highest mountain in Thailand, Chiang…
I have always wanted to have an elephant encounter at some point in my life. However, it needed to be 100% ethical in every aspect. My trip to Thailand allowed this to be possible at ElephantsWorld, based in Kanchanaburi Province.…
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…
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…
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,…
In recent months, many of us have been getting wistful over our dream destinations, along with past romantic vacations. If you’ve been there or dreamed of going there with someone special, those feelings can stir an even greater sense of…
When you envision a romantic travel night out, you probably imagine sipping cocktails under the stars while your feet dip into the waters of the South Pacific in Bora Bora, or sharing oysters and champagne in a chic bistro in…
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…
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…
We’re all missing out on the culinary delights of travel right now as globetrotting takes a pause. Luckily, grocery stores are still open and we can stock up on ingredients to try out some delicious recipes in our own kitchens.…
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