Some people go on holiday to find peace and quiet. Others go to get their pulse racing. Those in search of tranquility can certainly find it on Florida’s beautiful beaches, but those seeking thrills will find no better holiday destination than the Sunshine State. Here are the top ways adrenaline-junkies can get their kicks in […]
2013 Auckland Diwali Festival Photos
October 20, 2013 by
Held in Aotea square in central Auckland, the Diwali Festival – Auckland cities celebration of the five day Hindu festival is well worth a visit. Diwali translates into “row of lamps”, roughly translated as “the festival of lights”, and signifies the triumph of good over evil. It offers many stands of scrumptious Indian food, and act after […]
Sun, Fun and Siestas in Spain
October 16, 2013 by
Spain is a hugely popular holiday destination; British holidaymakers are particularly taken with the laid back Spanish vibe – including that famous Spanish staple – the siesta! Whether you are after a sun-drenched beach getaway or a sophisticated city break, Spain does both exceptionally well. Holidays to Spain are ideal for those wanting to travel […]
London, much more than the Royal baby’s home
August 31, 2013 by
[The following is a guest post from Katty, who originally visited London for the first time to improve her English; as a first stop in an ongoing travel adventure which currently has her in Spain] I have been travelling for almost 16 months now and it all began with my stay in London. Last summer […]
The Road to Wrangell St Elias National Park
August 4, 2013 by
Exploring the Glenallen highway and Wrangell St Elias National Park in Alaska. Awed by amazing landscapes and fall foliage colours. Check out the photos!
Top 5 ‘Short Hop’ From England Destinations
April 30, 2013 by
I’ve decided to create a list of my top five European destinations which are only a ‘short hop’ away from England. Why? So that you know where to visit! But also because I’m from New Zealand (A Kiwi), and each year many Kiwis and Aussies leave their homeland to head to England for an OE (Overseas Experience). […]
Burning Basket In Homer
April 13, 2013 by
When we were in Homer we did two memorable things. The first was stay with a lovely family who took us into their home, made us feel super welcome and fed us king salmon and halibut for dinner – wow! The second was attend this Burning Basket – interactive, impermanent art experience. INSPIRE – Basket […]
Egypt’s 5 Best Undiscovered Holiday Destinations
February 11, 2013 by
Egypt is a tourist hot spot. But attractions like the Pyramids, and the resorts around Sharm El Sheikh, keep most visitors very much on the beaten path. Much of Egypt remains largely undiscovered by Westerners, and if you’re looking at Egypt holidays with an eye for doing some exploring, here are 5 off-the-beaten-path destinations you […]
Whittier 26 Glacier Cruise with Phillips Cruises
January 20, 2013 by
So it’s been ages since I last posted. I’m sorry. This is a start to getting back on track. Renee and I both love being out on the water looking for marine mammals, so here is my experience on the Klondike Express in Whittier, Alaska. It started out as a cold misty morning, very similar […]
Don’t Get Eaten! Bear Safety Tips
December 1, 2012 by
I’ve seen black, brown and grizzly bears in the wild numerous times now, I’ve never had a bad encounter with one so what follows is a summary of all the information I’ve gained from a variety of sources – from reading, from park rangers and from locals I met in Alaska. For me, bears are […]
