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…
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…
Israel – Jerusalem Itinerary – the Temple Mount
This post was written after several trips to Israel, we would like to offer tips and suggestions when visiting Jerusalem. Everyone wants … Read More…
Thailand – Bangkok- Itinerary
This post discusses the most interesting things to see in Bangkok, Thailand over a 4 to 5 day period. Thailand is famous … 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…
Hong Kong 7 day itinerary – neighborhoods
This post explains the different Hong Kong neighborhoods and our tips for getting around them. Hong Kong has a very unique history … Read More…
Japan – 7 day itinerary
Cambodia – Floating Villages & Angkor Wat
This post provides tips of what to see in Siem Reap including Angkor Wat and the floating villages. The famous temples at … Read More…
Vietnam – 7 day itinerary
This post describes a 7 day itinerary for visiting Vietnam. The Mekong Delta, Chan May/Danang and Ho Chi Minh City are the … 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…
Sumba Island: Indonesia’s gem
This post describes the beautiful island of Sumba and its idyllic setting, a perfect getaway. Sumba Island is a honeymooners’ paradise, and … 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…
Zimbabwe – Safari – Mana Pools and Hwange
Zimbabwe has some great safari destinations, including the Hwange National Park and the Mana Pools National Park, and we recommend combining your … Read More…
India Tiger Safari: the thrill of the Bengal Tiger
This post discusses safaris in India’s Bandhavgarh and Kanha National Parks. India’s Bengal tiger is an endangered species and to see one … Read More…
Inside Petra: Ruins and Trails
Jordan’s Petra should be on everyone’s bucket list of “must see places”. The trip will most likely start in Amman, Jordan’s economic, political …
Peru – Climbing Machu Picchu
Norway – Bergen Fjords
This post discusses the Norwegian Fjords and Bergen, the gateway. Of the Scandinavian countries, Norway has the most spectacular natural beauty. A … Read More…
Mumbai – Places to visit for 2 days
In Mumbai, we wanted to explore the more organic aspects of the city within a 2 day period. We did the same … Read More…
Italy – Exploring Abruzzo on horseback
Trails and Hermitages: Majella National Park (Abruzzo)
This post explores 4 hiking trails inside the Maiella (Majella) National Park and 4 spectacular hermitages on the Trail of the Spirit. … Read More…
Packing Tips for Travelling Abroad
Traveling to foreign countries requires a bit more care and planning than a domestic business flight. For over 30 years, we’ve been … Read More…
Tanzania’s Northern Circuit- Itinerary
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…
Peru – Horseback riding in Sacred Valley
This post describes the horseback experience in Sacred Valley and the surrounding areas. Sacred Valley overview The Sacred Valley is a region … Read More…
Jaisalmer Desert Festival
On our third trip to India, we focused on local festivals mainly in the northwest of India, including the cities of Jodpur, … Read More…
Toronto Pride (2022)
Tips When Travelling
Christopher Columbus, an experienced traveler by any measure, set sail for ‘the Orient’ but instead landed in the Bahamas. Experienced travelers still make … Read More…
Wadi Rum Camp, Jordan – spend a night in a Bedouin Camp
Wadi Rum desert Jordan’s Wadi Rum is a unique desert experience, a spectacularly red place, which can’t be fully appreciated unless you … Read More…
India – Khajuraho’s Magnificent Temples
This post explores the magnificent temples of Khajuraho, India and offers trip tips on how and when to see them. The city … Read More…
7 Tips for Viewing Wildebeest River Crossings
This post provides general tips to orient you to the great migration river crossings in the Northern Serengeti. Each year, over a … Read More…
Uganda Gorilla Trekking
Our visit to Uganda was during Covid, which made everything just a little more problematic, but it was still a very enjoyable … Read More…
Papua New Guinea Itinerary
Egypt – Daraw Camel Market
Italy Holidays
Egypt, Siwa Oasis – and the Salt Lakes
This post shares our experience in Siwa, Egypt and provides tips on how to explore the Oasis and the Salt Lakes. A … Read More…
Egypt – Cairo’s Iconic Neighborhoods
This post describes five iconic neighbourhoods in the city of Cairo, Egypt and tips for what to see there. Cairo has stood … Read More…
Tiger’s Nest Hike – trail to Bhutan Monastery
Paro’s biggest attraction is the sacred Buddhist monastery called Tigers Nest. It is situated at 10,000 feet up on a vertical rock … 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…
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 … <
Safety and Other Tips for your trip to Africa
In this post, we share a few safety and general travel tips for your visit to Africa, with an emphasis on Safari … 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…
Zambia – Safaris – five takeaways
Many tourists only associate Zambia with Victoria Falls, and that’s exactly what makes Zambia safaris so attractive, there are no crowds! We … Read More…
Planning Your First African Safari (2024)
What are the variables that go into planning an amazing safari vacation, and how to choose from all the possible safari options? … 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…
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…
Morocco and Tunisia travel – More than Sand Dunes
Morocco and Tunisia tempt the imagination with mysterious caravans, expansive deserts and romantic getaways. Our trip to Morocco included the cities of … Read More…
Bhutan- best time to travel
Bhutan summers are very wet, rainy season is from June until September. The best time to visit is either in the spring, … Read More…
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…
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…
Australia – Unique places to visit – Our abridged version
Australia shouldn’t be described in a single post. Its landmass is 3 million square miles (7,682,300 km²), with 3 time zones 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.
