The legend of Jaipur is that it’s India’s first planned city. Historians will tell you that the city’s founder – scholarly prince Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II – was passionate about astronomy, mathematics and science, that he studied European cities and collected maps from all over the world. They will tell you that he and […]
Monthly Archives: January 2024
As Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken made history as the first astronauts to launch to orbit on a privately-owned spaceship, the world took pause to watch. Given the turmoil of our times, one observer quipped, ‘Congratulations to the Astronauts that left Earth today. Good choice.’ The post The most stunning natural phenomena on Earth appeared […]
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A complete guide to the little-known Tiu Sekeper Waterfall, Lombok’s highest waterfall. Although Tiu Sekeper, also known as Air Terjun Tiu Sekeper is easily the tallest and most spectacular of Lombok’s waterfalls, you won’t find it pinned in any tourist magazines or posters. In fact, most Lombok locals have never heard of it. That’s because […]
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Discover the best of the Maltese islands with these 6 epic Malta boat trips. Looking for some fun activities you can do during your summer holiday in Malta? You’ve come to the right place! I spent several weeks exploring every inch of these beautiful islands, taking historical harbor cruises around Valletta and the Three Cities, […]
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I’ve been living out of my backpack since 2018 and over the past few years, I’ve tried several insurance policies for travel on the cheap. Thankfully, I’ve only had to make a few small claims, mostly for travel delays, and that time my entire backpack with all of my belongings was stolen at a Barcelona […]
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Discover an authentic and traditional Maltese accommodation experience at these amazing boutique hotels in Valletta, the capital city of Malta. Valletta is one of the most popular areas to stay on the island of Malta due to its central location and excellent transport system. This includes robust ferry and bus services that make it convenient […]
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Getting to Fitzroy Island is a breeze with a fast 45-minute ferry from Cairns Reef Terminal. But, with so many ferries & day trips, booking can be overwhelming. Looking for the best way to get to Fitzroy Island from Cairns, and back? I have you covered. Over the past few years, I’ve visited Fitzroy Island […]
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A short guide to hiking to Fitzroy Island Summit from Welcome Bay. After visiting 9 different islands near Cairns, I can confirm that Fitzory is my personal favorite. Not only is it the easiest and quickest to get to, but at 269 m, it’s the highest Great Barrier Reef Island in the area. Every time […]
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Mexico Driving Guide Renting a car in Mexico and driving around the country yourself is a wonderful way to experience the Land of the Maya. Here’s some advice about the best way to do it. I love Mexico. I’ve both lived & vacationed there for many years, with most of my time spent in the […]
India is not a holiday; it’s an experience,” says our guide in what sounds like a promise but might also be a warning. India, she’s trying to say, is unpredictable – not easily tamed and packaged for the average tourist. I can sense the nervousness in our motley crew of 14 who have gathered in […]