As the saying goes: “Turkey is too middle-eastern for a westerner, too western for a middle-easterner”. Nowhere does this proverb ring truer than Istanbul. This proud megalopolis (15 million inhabitants as of 2019), is literally split in half by the Bosporus strait, with footholds in both Europe and Asia. Not many cities can boast such […]
Those looking for tropical fish, beautiful corals, and soft white sands need not look further than Ambergris Caye. Situated just off Belize Barrier Reef, the second largest barrier reef in the world, the Belizean island is the perfect Caribbean getaway for rest and relaxation, with just a dash of adventure thrown in. What To Know […]
Our journey through Normandy continues. Moving westwards from Honfleur we arrive at the capital of the Calvados department: Caen. The city is a provincial hub, most famous culturally for its bond with William the Conqueror, whose legacy can be seen in its four main monuments all classed as Monuments Historiques, the designation given to national […]
You know the legend; it is one of those stories that hunt your nightmares. So naturally, going to real life Dracula’s castle is just as scary as it sounds, at first at least. Vlad the Impaler was not a vampire, he fought against the Ottoman Empire and historically, he is best known for drastically punishing […]
Singapore is a singularity – a melting pot of the entirety of South Asia that paradoxically has a flavor all its own. Though the stretch of land the city-state occupies is tiny, there’s dozens of adventures to be had within it. With so much to see and do, Singapore can be a bit overwhelming at […]
The story goes that when a colleague of C.S Lewis asked where he had come up with the name for his imaginary world in the wardrobe, the author showed him an atlas of ancient Italy with the name of a small town underlined. The town is Narni, then still presenting its Latinised name Narnia, famous […]
Once a sleepy fishing village nestled on the coast of a Filipino island, Donsol has since risen in the international tourism scene thanks to its status as the best place to see whale sharks. The community has since dedicated itself to sustainable eco-tourism, allowing you to experience a whale of a tale without having a […]
Route 93 from Banff to Jasper, more commonly referred to as the Icefields Parkway, is one of the most visually spectacular driving routes in the world. In the heart of the Canadian Rockies, this adventure will make your jaw drop at every turn. This remarkable journey offers wonderous images of mountains, glacial lakes, waterfalls, and […]
The capital of Germany, Berlin is a vibrant city filled with history and modern flair. Visit one of the many historical buildings, national monuments, or invigorating museums that remember the tumultuous past that has left scars on the city. It may seem like an impossible task to decide on what to do in this bustling […]
A stopover in the magnificent capital of Ireland! No way should you spend an evening in this bustling European city in an airport or inside a hotel. Get out and hit the streets for an evening of Irish fun! What to do? So little time! If you are lucky enough to spend one majestic evening […]
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