You don't see too many tours to the Antarctic, and there's a reason for that. First, most humans flee at full speed away from frigid temperatures. Unless you're a skier, you are usually looking for deals to Tahiti or similar climes. It's always nice to come back from a trip without frostbite.…
In this day and age, there aren't many monarchies around anymore. Many see it as an outdated hangover from the past. Others (like us) understand that sentiment, but also appreciate the sheer fact that these kinds of historical constructs can even exist to this day. Some monarchies end up being A. totalitarian…
Let's have a moment of silence for those who have tried and have failed. Here are just a few. We're sure you'll recognize a few: Sir James Dyson, Steven Spielberg, Thomas Edison, Walt Disney, Albert Einstein, J.K. Rowling, Abraham Lincoln, Jerry Seinfeld... the list goes on and on. But, as…
It’s the most dominant fast food chain on the planet, serving 68 million customers a day in 120 countries. You won’t spot the golden arches, though, anywhere on one tiny island in the easternmost Caribbean. “Bajans didn’t like it,” says Michael Harrison when asked about the absence of McDonalds in Barbados. “When they want a…
Your oasis of solitude exists!
It’s lonely at the top. So lay low when you can.
We have written a few posts about how travel can be a nightmare at times, especially when the travel companies don't seem to solve the issues (sometimes no matter how hard they try.) It could be a cascade of problems that they have no control over, or it could external influences - Covid anyone?…
It's OK to throw your clothes into a pile in the corner when you're at home. But, you don't really have that luxury when you travel, especially with today's ludicrous prices for checking in your luggage. Right now, you can pay from $30 to $89 per bag, and this is not even factoring…
There are few experiences worse than having your flight cancelled. Like dominos, one thing after another happens and most of them are not pleasant. And, since the pandemic, many airlines have not been able to get back in their stride. Long queues, more canceled flights, ambivalent customer service - at best. …
Provence is for you. As we say, start slowly, then taper off. And then explore Luberon Market & Villages
A UNESCO site, Benin is a top country to visit on any West African itinerary.
Without a shove, where would you be now? Another railroad story for you and, sadly, it's another one that doesn't paint the USA's Amtrak in the best of lights. And, to be sure, we like Amtrak and take it whenever we can, so we are not slagging the service at all. We're merely presenting…
Japan is a wonderland of the beautiful, the mystical, the serene, the playful and the historical. Especially with the latter, if you count years using this imperial era system, this year (2022 on the Western calendar) would be 2681 in Japan. Not many countries can claim that. If we use the standard…
We're sorry. We couldn't resist playing with that lousy pun of a post title. But this cruise down the Nile does come with a mummy-back guarantee. Ahem... now back to reality, Remember the wide-eyed wonder of learning about ancient Egypt at school? Our affiliate friends, Titan Travel, are offering this comprehensive Egypt…
.... responsibly. For many travelers, one of the biggest thrills is being able to visit locales and see animals in their own habitats, unshackled, roaming around as it should be. Elephants, tigers, rare birds - you get the picture. Safaris are a great way of doing that (and we have a…
It's not what you think. As our earth starts to turn into a sauna, places change. One of which is a small ski resort in France. The snow disappears sooner than it should, grass appears and the skiers disappear, as well. This is not an isolated case and, unfortunately, it's likely a…
Here is a tale about making sure that you have made sure that you have booked the correct place: it is paramount. Double check your work before handing it in. Call ahead and confirm.
Every day, we scour the Interwebs to find content that we think you'll like. We try to steer away from the typical standard normal usual stuff that you usually see in your inbox. We love to travel, we've done it a lot and we want to find new and interesting options for ourselves…
Our affiliate friends, British Airways have re-opened flights to Mainland China again.
Women are busy. They do a lot. So many rely on them. It's not an easy job. So is it any surprise that they want to go out, have a blast, let off some steam and paint the town red? No, of course not. And, so, some adroit travel…