See the World Differently
Travel time is a precious resource so it’s important to make the most of every opportunity. Whether it’s a three week trip or a weekend break, here are some tips for fitting that dream holiday into the time you have. Although it’s natural to consider the distance to a destination, the journey time is far […]
We despise shopping. We rarely venture to the shops and only when it’s absolutely necessary. Even then we often come home empty-handed and frustrated. When visiting Dubai however, we felt compelled to visit one of the gigantic shopping malls that we’d heard so much about. Dubai Mall, until recently the largest mall in the world, […]
Krabi is a well known stop on the tourist map of Thailand. Ask anyone what there is to do in Krabi town however and nobody seems to know. Railay Beach was repeatedly recommended to us along with canoeing tours and hot springs. The closest of these attractions is a 45-minute boat ride away. So, what […]
As we stepped off the boat, gravity took over and we hit the sea with a splash. Icy water flooded into my oversized, baggy wetsuit and with the shock of the cold, I gasped for air. I’ve been here before I thought, diving in Tasmania, I just need to wait a minute to acclimatise to […]
Despite being the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh is not particularly popular with visitors. Most will pass through as quickly as possible, aiming for the Angkor ruins or the coast. One person we met described a ‘sadness’ in the atmosphere, a lasting echo of the Khmer Rouge. We, on the other hand, were glad that […]
Reclining on cushions inside giant hamster balls was not really how we envisaged enjoying the views from Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Suspended from the ceiling in front of panoramic windows, we gently swung and twisted as we looked out over Dubai. From our vantage point in the hamster balls, we had […]
There are few things better than a steaming cup of Gluhwein to warm your hands and heart on a cold day. It’s one of the reasons we love to walk around a Christmas market and soak up the festive cheer. Originally a German tradition, Christmas markets have now spread across Europe. We ventured to Manchester […]
With fresh, flavoursome food, there’s always something interesting to eat in Bali. A blend of Chinese and Indian influences gives the fare of this corner of Indonesia a unique style. Balinese food is often lightly spiced and enhanced with peanuts or coconut. Here is our guide to the dishes most commonly appearing on menus in […]
When we started planning our trip to Dubai, everyone raved about how great it was. They all mentioned extensive shopping malls, beautiful beachfront resorts and the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. Alas, designer shops don’t go well with budget travel and since we can get sunburned on a cloudy day in Scotland, beaches were […]
Ever heard of a religion formed after somebody spoke to God at a seance? Around 100 years ago, a Vietnamese civil servant received a message from a spirit during a seance. Befriending the spirit, they spoke regularly and he finally concluded his new chum, Duc Cao Dai, was God. He introduced some friends to his […]