Month: August 2015

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Not Backpacking in Sealand: My Journey to This Epic Country Delayed Due to Safety Fears

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I have a fascination for some of the world’s lesser known countries and you might have followed my journeys so far to some of these less ventured and disputed countries and territories. I’m talking about places like Kugel Mugel, Romkerhall, Northern Cyprus, Podjistan, Narnia, Wallachia, OWK, Nagorno Karabakh, French Guyana, Gibraltar, Iraqi Kurdistan, Transnistria, Austenasia, Uzupis, Christiania, Adammia, Read more about Not Backpacking in Sealand: My Journey to This Epic Country Delayed Due to Safety Fears[…]

Top 5 Beaches in Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands

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When you think of the tropical paradise of Saint Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, your mind may immediately think of cocktails at sunset, fresh blue waters, and sandy beaches. Saint Thomas is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Caribbean, and when you visit this place, you will know how to chill out. Some Read more about Top 5 Beaches in Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands[…]

Grammarly: Helping You Become a Better Travel Writer

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As a travel writer for 8 years now, you get used to typing up articles so fast and posting them on the move. I’m the first to admit I don’t often proofread my stuff and indeed a lot of my readers have pointed out mistakes in my work (and I thank you for it). However Read more about Grammarly: Helping You Become a Better Travel Writer[…]

Thirsty Thursdays: Touring Sol de Copan, the German Brewery in Copan Ruinas, Honduras

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I spent over two weeks backpacking in Honduras and our time in the country was a pretty eclectic mix. I have to admit I loved the country and was really delighted we took a bit longer there to explore it. We spent some nights staying in the humongous big cities of Tegucigalpa (the capital) and Read more about Thirsty Thursdays: Touring Sol de Copan, the German Brewery in Copan Ruinas, Honduras[…]

Working Wednesdays: Back on the Air at Radio 3🎤📻, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong🇭🇰

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“Travel blogging chilled the radio star” – tweaking of a lyric by The Buggles. If you have followed my journeys or indeed known me back in the early days, you’ll be aware of my passion for radio. What began as a “bit of craic” in a blue hut in Belfast’s Belvoir Park estate in 1997 turned Read more about Working Wednesdays: Back on the Air at Radio 3🎤📻, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong🇭🇰[…]

Top 5 Hotels in Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands

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The island of Saint Thomas is the gateway to the fantastic U.S. Virgin Islands and a popular resort for travelers of all kinds. Saint Thomas is a common stopover for Caribbean cruises, and there is no shortage of things to see and do. The capital of Saint Thomas is Charlotte Amalie, which also happens to Read more about Top 5 Hotels in Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands[…]

Five Themed Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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Las Vegas, Nevada, is the city of many people’s dreams, and most travelers rave about the nightlife, the vibe and the casinos, bars and restaurants here. There are certainly lots of random activities, bars, and cafes in Las Vegas to check out. However, this is also a city of themes, quirks, and international flavors. Here are Read more about Five Themed Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA[…]

Jonny Blair taking a photo in Shanghai, CHINA. He lives a lifestyle of travel.

Tuesday’s Travel Essentials: Capturing the Moments on Camera

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You might have noticed that I recently joined Instagram for the first time (a bit late to join the “Smart Phone” generation so I was) and that I have been having a play with Fotor, a free photo platform. But despite all my time taking photos, I’ve realised that I’m more of a “capture the Read more about Tuesday’s Travel Essentials: Capturing the Moments on Camera[…]