There is no place quite like Venice. Built on 118 small islands, divided in six districts (called sestieri) its very existence is a testament to human ingenuity. This thousand year old floating city has uncountable places to visit and secrets to uncover. But lets cover some bases and assume we have only one day. This […]
Roughly 40 minutes sailing from Galway City, the Aran Islands are a picturesque getaway to Irish tradition and culture. The three islands that sit at the mouth of Galway Bay have a remarkable history that stretches back thousands of years and are teeming with astonishing coastal scenery. During my time in Galway, I took a […]
Though the Galapagos first appeared on the global map thanks to Charles Darwin, the naturalist’s work is far from the only reason to visit these isolated islands. A quirky geological history has led to the island being entirely devoid of natural predators, making it a spectacular preserve of unique flora and fauna. Beautiful tropical beaches […]
With environments ranging from rolling hills to dense jungles, it’s easy to see why Thailand crowns many lists of top Asian destinations. Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Krabi and Ayutthaya all have their charms and certainly should not be missed, but those looking for a true taste of Thai paradise should first make their way to the […]
During the summer it’s normal for tourists to choose the beaches or a even cruise to escape the heat, but a mountain retreat can be just as refreshing. The Alps are definitely the top choice to spend your summer in Italy when it comes to choosing a hiking vacation and it is in the eastern […]
Nestled comfortably along the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane is often overlooked as a tourist destination in favor of the Great Barrier Reef to the north and Sydney and Melbourne to the South. Put simply, it shouldn’t be – especially for anyone curious about Australia’s unique wildlife. Brisbane and its surrounding area offer wildlife experiences worthy of […]
Every day my social media feed is flooded with advertisements and videos featuring the mystical Incan city. Machu Picchu has put Peru on the map and the number of people around the world wishing to trek to this Sacred Valley gem has skyrocketed. It was even voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of […]
The vibrant port city of Cape Town has something for all tastes and adventures! The rugged, mountainous terrain towers over a coastline decorated by pristine white-sand beaches. Beyond the shores, urbanites will be enthralled by the character of the city’s artistic neighborhoods. Nature is never too far away though and you can find greenery and […]
Ahh Rome! The epicenter of the Ancient Roman Empire has captivated the hearts of millions of people in its near 3,000 year history. From astonishing ruins and magnificent churches to inspirational artwork and delicious cuisine, Rome will take your breath away. For those stepping foot in this cosmopolitan masterpiece for the first time, it can […]
Nothing says adventure quite like cutting through swaths of tropical rainforest to find yourself face-to-face with the fantastic ruins of a lost civilization. Visiting Tikal, an ancient Mayan city located deep in the heart of the Guatemalan rainforest, is having that adventure fulfilled in every conceivable way. For anyone who’s ever felt an explorer’s blood […]
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