Travel Tips

Travel Tips for Thailand First Timers

Thailand is a country of beautiful, exotic landscapes, world famous food and vibrant culture. I find it both fascinating and bizarre, and we always end up going back to Thailand again and again, as... read more

What to Expect as a Solo Female in Italy

Italy has a lot to offer... wine, food, and the promise of romance. What happen's if you have no one to go with? So you skip it? Hell no! Going alone can be the best thing you ever did! Who... read more

Top 5 Things to See and Do in London

1. London Eye – You can't miss the UK's most popular tourist attraction which gives you amazing views over London. It's the tallest observation wheel in all of Europe. 2. See a West End Show... read more

Overcome 500 Obstacles - Climb Múa Mountain in Vietnam

The idea of climbing up 500 stairs to the top of a mountain in the cold rain seems very unappealing to me. We are in the Ninh Binh Provence of Vietnam, two hours away from Hanoi. Our bus drives us... read more

Where Should I Go in Havana, Cuba for First Time Visitors

If you plan to visit Cuba for the first time, there are many things that you can do in the country to have the complete Cuban experience. Once you have arrived, your Cuban experience begins from the... read more

Oh Poo!

Going to the bathroom is something that no one wants to talk about, much less share publicly. But truthfully, bathrooms can be a huge challenge when traveling and there are a few things you should... read more

El Nido: A Paradise

You will find different options to reach El Nido. The most convenient is by vans from Puerto Princesa (where is the Airport), it will take you from your hotel and leave you in the bus terminal in El... read more

Alternative travel for the East Coast of Australia: By boat!

Most are familiar with the “East Coast trail” of Australia, taking a 4x4 off the beaten track or the road trip along the notorious Great Ocean Road. But there are even better ways to discover the... read more

The Origins of "Pura Vida" in Costa Rica

What is “pura vida?” “Pura vida” means "pure life" in Spanish. It is the single most used expression in Costa Rica. It is a response to “Cómo estás?” It means, “life is great.” It... read more

Colon Cemetery Chapel: One of the Most Iconic in Havana

The Colon Cemetery is the biggest cemetery in the Americas and offers travelers and art lovers in Havana numerous possibilities to appreciate art, especially sculptures and statues. More than a mere... read more

Into the Mysterious Caves of Ajanta & Ellora

The Ancient Caves of India are probably the best representatives of India’s glorious past. There are a multitude of caves in India spread all over the country. While some of these are natural... read more

Chasing the Northern Lights in Alaska

The northern lights are one of the most magical natural phenomenons you can experience. They are on everyone's bucket lists! Most people don't realize that you don't have to escape to Norway or... read more

Hiking Through the Tolmin Gorge in Slovenia's Soča Valley

On a hot summer day we visited the lowest point of the Slovenia's Soča Valley - the Tolmin Gorge. It's a an easy hour long hike from the town of Tolmin in northwestern Slovenia. The Soča... read more

Lokrum, the Cursed Island of Croatia

Lokrum is a cursed island just off the coast of Croatia near Dubrovnik. Lorkum rises above the sea with a sheer wall of tan colored rocks topped by a layer of green trees. The island is surrounded by... read more

Visiting Capablanca’s Tomb at Colon Cemetery

The Colon Cemetery is the biggest cemetery in the Americas and offers travelers and art lovers in Havana numerous possibilities to appreciate art, especially sculpture and statues. More than a mere... read more