Travel Stories

Located along the Gulf of Oman, the east coast of the United Arab Emirates is a fascinating region of rugged wadis, historic forts, shimmering beaches, sleepy towns, and lush farms hidden away among jagged mountain peaks. The gem of this coastline is most certainly Khor Fakkan (also spelt Khorfakkan) – a mid-size port city nestled…

Hello again, folks. Last week, I talked about all the World Heritage sites in northern Netherlands that celebrate the country’s long history of reclaiming land. Well, it’s more to these parts than water. There’s also colonies of benevolence. And a planetarium! (We’ll get back to that in a later post.) Colonies of Benevolence: Frederiksoord The…

This guest post is by Erin Hynes, a Toronto-based travel blogger and podcaster.  In my experience, the thought of heading out to a place I’ve never been before, completely alone, can be daunting. Despite that, every time I’ve challenged myself to travel solo, the rewards have been amazing.   We rarely spend quality time with ourselves…

Turkey has always been on my bucket list for quite some time now. This country with its rich history, diverse culture, and breathtaking landscapes has always fascinated me. When the opportunity finally came to visit, I decided to book a tour with Thrillophilia. Based on the great reviews of Thrillophilia that I had read, I…

We’ve recently wrapped up our Africa tour! If there’s one place that surprised us the most, it has got to be Zimbabwe. It might not be the first country that comes to mind we think of Africa, but trust me, if you’re planning to explore Africa, consider making a stop in Zimbabwe! We only got…

Hey, travel friends! Buckle up, because I’m about to take you on a wild ride through one of the most intense and unforgettable nights of my travels. Last night marked the grand finale of the Old Town Phuket Vegetarian Festival, and what transpired was nothing short of spectacular – and slightly terrifying! Envent Informaion link:…

Thank you Expedia for sponsoring this blog post. Leave it to Expedia to create a space where I can finally put all of my favorite hotels in one spot! I’m loving my new Travel Shop in the Expedia app where I expand on all of my favorite stays around the world. Broken down by category,…

Cappadocia is a historical fairy town in the heart of Turkey’s legendary Anatolia region. The region is known for its bizarre rock formations, magnificent underground cities, windswept fairy chimneys, rock castles, winding valleys, ancient cave dwellings, and, lately, dozens of hot air balloons that take to the skies every morning at sunrise. Millions of years…

Hey there, traveler! Welcome to Heathrow Airport, where your journey truly begins. But wait, there’s a tiny yet crucial detail to sort out first – how are you getting from the airport to your next stop? If you’ve ever landed here before, you know the drill: so many choices, yet none seems straightforward. Let’s face…

Going away with your loved one is a dream adventure, and there is no better time to do it than after saying your wedding vows to each other. Not sure where to go? Here are 8 top spots to go with your new partner in life and crime.  Deer Valley Valentines: A Romantic Ski Getaway…