Planning a visit to Cusco? After spending time in Cusco preparing for our Inca Trek we have put together our guide on top things to do and where to sleep in Cusco to help you plan your adventure. If you are thinking of trekking Machu Picchu we recommend that you book your trek at least 6 months in advance. There are only so many permits allowed each day. Top Things...
If you want to experience the old Asia first-hand, this charming laid-back colonial capital city in Laos has a lot to offer the visitor. There are more than 5 reasons to visit Vientiane in Laos, one of our favourite Asian countries. Many travellers will only give Vientiane a 24-hour stopover on the way to visit many of the unique destinations that Laos has to offer...
Have you plans to visit Granada in Nicaragua? We lived like a local for a short while as we were house-sitting in the city centre and fell in love with Granada and the surrounding regions. Parks, churches, great food, quaint colonial streets and a blue volcanic lake are some of the five things to do in Granada Nicaragua. Of course, there is much more to see and do...
Are you considering visiting Munich in the winter 2023? We visited back in the 80s and fell in love with the vibrant Christmas Markets, the people, the architecture and the local German cuisine. There were so many things to do in Munich. We huddled in cafes and bars enjoying hot sweet and spicy Gluhwein whilst it snowed outside. It was such a magical experience. You...
Are you planning a visit to Queenstown in New Zealand? Not sure what to do? The 12 Best Things to Do in Queenstown is a guest article written for us by Kiwi Delilah Hart from Our Travel Mix. Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand is a breathtaking destination to visit. New Zealand is scenic at the best of times but Queenstown is spectacular. Known as the Land...
Planning a visit to Kuala Lumpur? Looking for free things to do in Kuala Lumpur? Discover the best places to visit in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. Our article is perfect for your planning, we share with you what you can see for free, activities that will cost, how to get around easily, where to stay and more. Plan to spend at least 4 – 5 days in Kuala Lumpur (KL)...
Have you visited Bruges? Are you planning to spend a weekend in Bruges in Belgium? We had already visited Brussels but were keen to visit Bruges and Ghent and our time in Bruges coincided with a weekend, what could be more fun. We were fans of Belgian beer, Belgian chocolate and of course their famous Belgian waffles and our Bruges weekend break needed to include all...
Are you planning how to see Ghent in one day? We only had one day and one night to spend in Ghent after spending a weekend in Bruges. In hindsight, we wished we would have stayed longer but we were heading to Paris the next day and then on a Le Boat cruise down the Canal Lateral a la Loire. After enjoying a Legends Walking Tour in Bruges and a visit to one of Bruges...
Are you visiting Bangkok and wondering where to stay? We have been visiting Bangkok for over 30 years and call it our 2nd home in Asia, even though we lived in Singapore for 6 years. Bangkok is our regular stopover on the way to Europe or the Middle East. We have spent months at a time living in Bangkok, we just love the vibrant way of life, the local Thai cuisine...
Are you planning holidays to Seville and wondering what to do there? Our article is written by Lucia, a Slovak expat living in Southern Spain. On her blog Viva la Vita, she shares her discoveries about beautiful locations, hidden gems, and authentic experiences from Costa del Sol and beyond. It is always great to get travel information from a local, you will...
Are you looking for a 5-star hotel in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Road for your next stay? This is our 5-star luxury review of the Sofitel Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok. We have had the Sofitel Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok on our wish list for a while. As members of the Accor Group, we have so many choices of hotels in Bangkok but the opportunity arose on this trip to spend 2...
Are you planning to travel the off-the-beaten-path, spectacular Ha Giang Loop by car? Riding the Ha Giang Loop by motorbike is a popular adventure for many but if you are not confident about going by motorbike, travelling by private car in an organised tour is the next best thing. Ha Giang is located in northern Vietnam and is known for its stunning scenery, rugged...