7 days in Bali
The Island of Enchantment Bali is both an island and a province in Indonesia, a country with 17,500 other islands. It is … Read More
7 Tips for Viewing Serengeti Migration River Crossings
Each year, over a million wildebeest and zebras crisscross the Mara river in the northern Serengeti (Tanzania) as they migrate in search … Read More
7 Unusual Things to do in Cape Town | A Local’s Guide
We all know about the popular Cape Town activities, like a hike up Table Mountain and a trip to Robben Island. And … Read More
Alaska – Ports of Call – the Inside Passage
Alaska is a popular cruise destination because it is a destination best visited by boat, with astounding natural beauty everywhere.
Baltic Cruise – From Copenhagen to St. Petersburg
There are actually only 3 Baltic states: Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. However, 9 countries have a shoreline along the Baltic Sea: Sweden, … Read More
Bangkok-Thailand Itinerary
Thailand is famous for its exotic beaches and ornate temples. Its capital, Bangkok has 22% of the country’s population (metropolitan area). It … Read More
Bhutan-Exporter of ‘Gross National Happiness’
Bhutan travel is very unique. It is situated on the ancient Silk Road between Tibet, the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Surrounded … Read More
Borneo- On a Houseboat to See the Orangutans
Borneo – houseboat or lodge The best way to see Borneo is on the water. We debated a houseboat only tour or … Read More
Botswana Safaris – The Gem of Africa
Botswana is known as the Gem of Africa because it is the world’s top diamond producer (by value of diamonds; Russia is … Read More
Calcutta (Kolkata) – Best Places to visit in The City of Joy
Kolkata (Calcutta) is not on most people’s bucket list but it should be. It is one of the most interesting cities in … Read More
Cambodia – Siem Reap & Angkor Wat
The famous temples at Angkor City in Cambodia are a world treasure and are not to be missed. Other interesting places to … Read More
China – 5 day itinerary
China is a huge country and a five day itinerary is far too limited. Nevertheless, this post discusses our abridged China trip. … Read More
Churchill, Manitoba – polar bear tour
Although Churchill, Manitoba is not technically in the Arctic (the Arctic Circle is 66.6 degrees latitude, while Churchill is 59 degrees latitude), polar bears have long … Read More
East European capitals: Imperial cities of Vienna, Prague and Budapest
Prague and Budapest, together with Vienna, are probably the most popular among the tourist cities in Central and Eastern Europe. Combining the … Read More
Egypt – Cairo’s Iconic Neighborhoods
There is more to Cairo than the pyramids and sphinx. There are incomparable museums and sprawling neighborhoods with a fascinating history. We … Read More
Egypt – Daraw Camel Market
A camel market visit gives you insight into a unique cultural aspect of the middle east. The entire process, from the transportation … Read More
Hong Kong itinerary – neighborhoods
Hong Kong has a very unique history and location, a visit to Hong Kong is a captivating experience. We concentrated on the … Read More
India – Khajuraho’s Magnificent Temples
The city of Khajuraho offers a unique experience. The 25 temples are all built in close proximity to one another, with diverging … Read More
India’s Golden Triangle
Our first visit to India a number of years ago included the cities of Delhi and Agra. Jaipur is the third stop … Read More
Israel – Jerusalem Itinerary
Everyone wants (and should) visit Israel at least once in their lives. If you want a religious perspective when visiting this area, … Read More
Israel Itinerary- outside of Jerusalem
Israel is a place everyone should visit at least once. Whether you are inspired by religious reasons or merely historical and archaeological … Read More
Italy – Exploring Abruzzo on horseback
Along the Transhumana Trail – The Abruzzo Apennines mountain experience is filled with tiny picturesque villages, spectacular views and ancient trails. A … Read More
Italy Holidays
Below are a few Italian destinations that we love, but a more detailed journal of our travel in Italy is still in … Read More
Japan – 7 day itinerary
Japan travel is a mixture of ultra-modern skyscrapers and ancient temples, with gorgeous public gardens, crowded streets and a multi faceted people … Read More
Kenya or Tanzania – which to choose for a safari?
Many tourists want to know the differences between Kenya and Tanzania when planning their safari vacation in Africa. The glib advice is … Read More
Kenya’s best Safari destinations
Kenya is a stunning country with many premiere wildlife reserves, in this post we will discuss the two most popular, the Maasai … Read More
Komodo Boat Tour – The Islands of Rinca and Flores
Indonesia is a hugely varied and intriguing continent and a one time visit is difficult to plan as there are too many … Read More
Mumbai – Best Places to Visit
In Mumbai, we wanted to explore the more organic aspects of the city, as we did in Kolkata (see our post on … Read More
Nairobi, Kenya – East Africa’s Safari Capital
Is Nairobi worth exploring, or is it just a mere stopover on your trip into or out of the wilderness? Nairobi is … Read More
Norway – Bergen and the Fjords
Of the Scandinavian countries, Norway has the most spectacular natural beauty. A visit to Norway after or before a Baltic cruise (see … Read More
Palestinian Territories – the Full Tour
From the birthplace of Jesus to unbelievable local flavors, ancient cities and epic sites, the Palestinian Territories are captivating to visit. Whether … Read More
Papua New Guinea – Exploring the Western Highlands
Papua New Guinea is one of the least visited places on earth. Once you start planning you trip to the highlands you … Read More
Planning Your First African Safari (2020)
What are the variables that go into planning an amazing safari vacation, and how to choose from all the possible safari options? … Read More
Sadhus: Fact and Fiction of Holy Men of Varanasi and Kathmandu
In holy cities like Varanasi and Kathmandu, some holy men (Sādhus) are quite conspicuous because of their eccentric appearance, which symbolizes their … Read More
Safari in India: The Big Five plus One (the Bengal Tiger)
India’s Bengal tiger is an endangered species and to see one in the wild is a thrilling experience. The two main parks … Read More
Siwa, Egypt – An Oasis with Salt Lakes
A trip to Siwa, Egypt is an exploration into a remote Egyptian community consisting mostly of Berbers, a Muslim ethnic group. There … Read More
Sumba Island: A honeymooners’ paradise
Sumba Island is a honeymooners’ paradise, and hands down, it is the most beautiful island in Indonesia. Surprisingly, it is not commonly … Read More
Tanzania Safari Itinerary – Serengeti, Ngorongoro and the Northern Circuit
Safaris are addictive. Tanzania’s northern safari circuit boasts 2 of the most iconic areas in all of Africa: the Serengeti ecosystem and … Read More
