That's probably bit of a surprise to you. Why Central Mexico? What makes it so special? Central Mexico is often described as the "beating heart" of the country, offering a rich tapestry of high-altitude colonial cities, ancient indigenous ruins, and a vibrant modern culture. Central Mexico is a fantastic travel destination due to…
“To have faith is to trust yourself to the water. When you swim you don’t grab hold of the water, because if you do you will sink and drown. Instead you relax
Life is funny, isn't it? You're born, life takes its course and, next thing you know, it takes a swing back in the opposite direction. For example, your editor was born and raised in the nondescript state of Ohio, USA. Nice enough, but a place where many wished to leave and see…
“Japan, an archipelago of beauty suspended between the sea and the sky.” “In Japan, every island is a stepping stone to a new discovery.”
Dust. The Japanese service stations are leaving the rest of us in the dust. Wow! When we lived in the UK, we were rather impressed with our roadside services, especially with the ease of entering and exiting. We also appreciated how we could just step out side our car, stretch and sometimes…
This may come as a shock to you (not!) but Spain ranks highly in global popularity, being the world's second-most visited country for tourism and the fourth-best country to live in as an expat according to the 2024 Expat Insider survey. Additionally, it holds a strong position in various country rankings, such as being #4 in cultural influence…
That's history, sometimes. Especially if "the victors" win. And they usually do. The rest of us usually only find out much, much later. A good example is Chungking Mansions. Ring a bell? Likely not. Things like the subject matter here often submerge into anonymity, never to be referenced or…
Nope. Not a typo. This is not about flying buttresses, even though they are super-cool on their own. No, this is about an average British chap simply doing his job and then, all of a sudden, hey presto! He's a hero. The driver who 'jumped' his bus over the Tower Bridge…
Hoo boy, we've got to tread lightly with this post. It can be a slippery slope. But at least it's not us this time making a stink. When you gotta go, you gotta go. You would think that when you're on a cruise ship, surrounded by water and other passengers who…
You know, Japan and the Japanese are a truly unique people. Kindness and politeness are guiding stars for the country. They possess a number of deeply ingrained characteristics that are often described as endearing and admirable. These traits are a direct reflection of a culture that highly values harmony, respect, and meticulous attention…
For as long as there has been a British Empire, there has been fish and chips. The country survived on it. It was only logical. The fish came from the sea that surrounds the British Isle. Similarly, potatoes are another staple that British people can't live without. Put fish and…
If life leaves you with lemons, make lemonade. We humans really have the chance to make things better. A better world, a better future, better relations and better lives. All it takes is some positivity, some elbow grease and a lot of help. Oh yes, in this case, a good example…
Or both? Bring euros. They're welcome and so are you.
Note: some of this content was featured in a previous: post, but much of it remains the same. Now back to now! While several Chinese cities exhibit European architectural or cultural influences, Harbin is often cited as the most visibly European city due…
Ah, Venice. What can we say that already hasn't been said? One thing that we're sure has been said or muttered is "how can I reliably get on a Vaporetto? They're always full or late." We might have the solution for you. Our affiliate partners, Klook, have taken a good…
Y'know. All it takes is one spoiled despot to ruin everyone's week. Europe as always been a halcyon of peace, love and understanding. That's why In 2023, Europe welcomed over 700 million international tourist arrivals. It's an example of how we all should behave, no matter our political, lingual or religious…
Maremma calls! Fear not. Are you in charge of travel planning? Relax. we're here to help you save the day. Let's get started, shall we? Maremma is a geographical region in Lazio and Tuscany. The largest city is Grosseto. Lazio and Tuscany are certainly some of the top destination when travelers point their…
A retrospective post about sea food, seafood and gluttony. Or would that be gluten-y Where Я your manners? Cruises are a dream come true to most people. All you can eat, or you can drink, all you can stomach, and all you can't. And as the old old saying goes, nothing succeeds like…
When the world is spinning around, let's make the best of what's still around. And Lagos is certainly that. Lagos, Nigeria, is a vibrant, buzzing mega-city that pulsates with energy. While it has its well-known attractions, there are plenty of unusual and fun experiences that delve deeper into its unique culture and offer something…
. . it should be good enough for you, too.
Spain (and most Latin countries) love their meat. The more the better. But what if you're not a carnivore and find yourself going without, or perhaps just a cold plate of beans and some indifferent vegetables. That's the way it used to…