Traveling in Asia can be intimidating at times, the languages, foods, and unknown surroundings. There are countless stories about naïve western tourists being swindled out of their hard earned greenbacks. The scams in Asia run the gamut from very simple and obvious to intricate and elusive. You can still have an amazing holiday in Thailand, [...]
Bali, Indonesia is a relatively small island located in the very south of Indonesia. One of the few spots in the country dominated by a brand of Hinduism and almost entirely void of Islam. The island offers an incredible party scene, holiday package deals that will blow your mind, boatloads of shopping , culture and of course, [...]
SE Asia is know for many things, it’s inviting cultures,it’s cheap beach holidays, and it’s sublime beaches. The choices are endless but with a little research and tenacity, you can find yourself on some of the best if not secluded beaches in this region of the world. Here is a list of some of the best [...]
Almost smack in the center of Vietnam along it’s coast is a paradise called Hoi An. This little city is overflowing with great art, greater food, and magnificent tailors sometimes doesn’t get the respect it deserves from many guide books. Hoi An is worth a couple days whether your Vietnam Holidays take you to the [...]
Thailand is perhaps one of the most charming countries I have ever visited. Couple that with the reasonable prices of food, shelter, and transport and you easily have a place to lose yourself in for months at a time. It’s also an extremely diverse country bordering 4 countries: Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, and Malaysia. Whether you [...]
Bangkok has many nicknames, Venice of the East- due to it’s large number of canals, City of Angles- it’s Thai translation, and City of Sin and Debauchery- aptly named if you only visit the Ping Pong clubs around Soi Cowboy. Besides the temples, traditions, and temptations, Bangkok is a juxtaposition of today, yesterday and tomorrow [...]
Tell most blue blooded American’s that you are traveling to Guatemala and they look at you with a strange face. Central America is off the beaten track for many American travelers but is slowly making its name for itself in the world Spanish language schools. Besides the ability to learn some of the cheapest Spanish [...]
Antalya is a burgeoning Turkish city on the southern Mediterranean coast, an hour and change plane ride from Istanbul. Known for its terrific exchange rates and long warm summers, Antalya is a hot ex-pat site for UK’ers as well as a smattering of other vacationers from the US and Europe. Antalya is a terrific city [...]
What are the Top 10 things to do in Ireland? I narrowed down my most recent trip into a MUST SEE of all of Ireland’s charms. Check out below. Old Midleton Distillery Tour in County Cork. It’s where they make Jameson’s! Free drink at conclusion of tour Ring of Kerry- a gorgeous loop in County [...]
There is no denying that Europe is the most accessible destination for most American travelers. Most avid seekers flock to Paris, London, Berlin, Amsterdam but Europe holds several other discovered and yet to be undiscovered gems. If you are going to Venice or Florence, why not pop over to Cinque Terre? Dublin? Hop in a car [...]
