Relax. This is not another one of those "SHOCK HORROR" posts that crawl along the floor of the internet. It's a somewhat sad story of a changing Japan. And while we've been in much of that wonderful country, there is so much more to see. We're sure you're of the same mind.…
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Oz? Aaahs. It's the place you want to be, even if it's a hike. Or, several flights, in reality. You can't say no. Our affiliate partners, Tui have just the right way to make your holiday go swimingly. How about an adventure where you are the wizard of Oz?…
Albania is one of those European countries that we all know is there, but sometimes it just doesn't get its place in the sun (although make no mistake, it certainly can be a sunny place for sure. Chances are that if you choose to visit, you'll leave a different person. Albania is sometimes lumped into…
Firstly, this post is not a sales pitch for anything. Rather, it's a how do do it. However, Unless your travel partner is a magician (like your editor’s lovely and incredibly smart better half) anyone can gain from it.
First, Packing as a Strategy: Use a "modular" packing system to stay organized across…
You may have heard of The Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta, but did you know that Signature Tours are awaiting you? They are highly desirable because they provides a comprehensive, "one-stop" immersion into the two most contrasting souls of Southern Vietnam: its intense wartime history and its tranquil rural life.
For many…
This post will pique the interests of those who fancy off the beaten path tourism. Welcome to Tsavo. Tsavo is one of the most compelling safari destinations in the world because of its sheer scale and the distinct "personalities" of its two halves. Together, Tsavo East National and Tsavo West National Park form…
Most of us take commercial airlines when we fly. What choice do we have? Even standard tickets are through the roof now, and everyday flights are usually crammed to the point of exhaustion. After climbing down the stairs to the jetty, you may be looking at yourself saying "why this" and "why me?"
It is…
Da da da. Which way do you turn? While Alaska may be the biggest U.S. state, its population is one of the smallest in the country. Four-fifths of the state's territory can be reached only by air, and a lot of small towns would have been completely isolated were it not for small…
So close, and yet so far. I Visited a Russian Town Next to the EU. See What It’s Like. We stumbled across this video a couple of days ago and it really piqued our curiosity. As THE BIG WIGS continue to create one battle after another, everyday people find ways of simply…
On balance, British people can be a gregarious and boisterous bunch, despite the long-worn impression that they're quite the opposite: shy and withdrawn and deadly earnest. Being one of them myself, we can indeed be loud, a bit saucy and always looking for a new adventure: we want to see everywhere and everything.…
This post is, for me, a Dutch treat. Firstly, it's about birds, those lovely avions who make our hearts flutter just as much as the birds flutter past us themselves. We take walks to find them. We're thrilled when one is even just nearby. Humans have been captivated by birds for…
If there was ever an organization that deserved eternal kudos from the rest of us humble earthlings, it has to be the National Geographic. National Geographic occupies a unique space in the global consciousness because it successfully transitioned from a specialized scientific club into a worldwide symbol of human curiosity. In 2026, it remains…
Are ye ready to take on the elements, glug a pint of fine ale or two and meet some of the funniest and most warm group of people who exist on our planet? We're talking about Scotland. This wet and rugged country offers a rare combination of raw natural beauty, ancient historical weight,…
Can you hear the seashells calling? No, you may need to get closer. No, even closer than that. Don't be shy. Just leave your troubles and your flip flops and we'll take care of the rest. Click here Curaçao
So, why Cursão? If you’re looking for that perfect "get away…
This time, it's the Americas. There's no getting around, getting around, in the words of Julian Cope. Still, no matter how enjoined to rail and other transport modes you are, cars are still it. It's not a bad thing at all as long as we errant humans stop, look and listen to the environment. (Personally,…
Ah, travel - The eternal yin and yang of being human. When it comes to air travel, most everyday humans usually will opt for the lower-cost options: most of us don't have much choice: that's the way it goes. But, sometimes we can squeeze our coins such that a delightful surprise awaits us. …
We Avgeeks always get a thrill and run at full speed when it comes to seeing an unusual, special or historical aircraft take to the skies again. It doesn't happen very often, especially when most are in museums. If we're really lucky, we might have the chance to walk around them. But, walking into these…
We love the Beatles. Have even seen some of them live. One of the songs that we have lodged in our brains is Back in the USSR. Playful, joyous and super catchy. Kind of some of the positive elements we need nowadays. After pondering the song, I wondered if there's a…
Question: Do you fashion yourself as a leader of the pack, so to speak? Do you want to go where others may stray? Then we have a place for you. Have you heard of Nusa Lembongan? Likely not. Let's clue you in. Nusa Lembongan is a small, tranquil island…
Did you know that there are approximately 10,000 to over 48,000 cities in the world, depending on how a "city" is defined? We're certain that our globe-trotter readers have stopped by many of them. While there are over 4.3 million populated places, the number of formally recognized, prominent "cities" is generally considered to be around 48,000,…