Travel Stories

To be honest, I’d not heard of Quedlinburg until I started planning a trip around central Germany. I clicked on its name on a map by chance and noticed some beautiful images of its old town. A bit more research revealed that it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. I didn’t have to think twice about…

Dwarka is an ancient city in the northwestern Indian state of Gujarat. It’s known as a Hindu pilgrimage site. It is known as the city where Sri Krishna set up a beautiful golden city and ruled for more than 100 years before that city was taken over by the sea. Nearest airport where regular flights…

Tourists are not guests. I mentioned in my blog post ‘Gentle Gaze‘ that finding the right balance between tourists and local communities is challenging. I will make a note of tourists’ problems, with a warning to myself. In extreme terms, tourists can sometimes be an extra burden for the local community, and tourists might want…

If you’re doing a road trip of Iceland’s famous Ring Road from Reykjavik, then you might be looking for the best places to visit in east Iceland. You’re in the right place with these 10 epic East Iceland attractions. All areas of Iceland are beautiful, but east Iceland deserves special mention because of its unique…

After our sailing through Prince Christian Sound, we woke bright and early to the most insatiable views of Greenland, just north of Nanortalik. After a little briefing, we heard we would be making landfall in Greenland, anchoring off-shore and taking to the coast via the onboard zodiacs. I was so excited, especially as there was…

This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase. Read Disclosure. Thailand is one of the most incredible destinations to visit as a family, but let’s be real, it’s also got a bit of a reputation as a backpacker haunting ground. When…

I’m excited to share this list since I get a lot of messages asking my go-to products that I swear by. Here are my 10 Travel Beauty Essentials you need in 2021. These are always with me, no matter the destination.    1. SUNSCREEN     A good sunscreen is non-negotiable for me, and I……

A guide for travelers out there who are looking for the best hotels in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde When I visited Cape Verde, I was blown away by how diverse and vibrant Sao Vicente is. This is not only because it is home to the cultural capital of Cape Verde: Mindelo. Among all the spots…

How do you spend a day in Puerto Plata on a cruise? If your cruise docks in Taino Bay, you can stay in the port terminal and enjoy the swimming pool and lazy river, book one of the many excursions available, like a trip to the Waterfalls of Damajagua, or stay closer to the port…

The South Island of New Zealand is the country’s larger (but less-populated) island…but it’s also the most visually stunning. With just 23% of the country’s 5.2 million inhabitants, it’s a dramatic and beautiful island, home to wineries, wildlife, high-octane adventure sports, and pristine beaches. This is the island that people end up spending more time…