While trying to take a break from long term travel and settle down in Poland, the option of a few days in Malbork came up, as well as a visit to the town of Elbląg and a tour to the horrific German Nazi concentration camp at Stutthof. I was suddenly back on buses and trains again, Read more about My Wonderful Stay at the Hotel Parkowy in Malbork, Poland[…]
From New York City to Paris, it’s hard to avoid the allure of big city travel. However, it’s equally difficult to ignore the often-unspoken headaches related to traveling to a big city where we don’t have friends or family. Likewise, awareness of tourist crime combined with the sheer cost of a downtown vacation can be Read more about No-Fear Downtown Travel: Five Trips for Traveling Alone in a Big City[…]
I’ve been to Greece in my early days and travel never fails to inspire me. I loved it when I was a kid. These are a few little things I’ve learned about the place during my travels that I’d like to share with you. Image by Mustang Joe, used under Creative Commons licence 1.0 Driving around Greece You can drive around Read more about Things You Need to Know Before Travelling to Greece[…]
Are you looking for a fantastic way to tour New York City while also getting some crucial exercise? If the thought of touring the Big Apple from the vantage point of a bicycle excites you, you’ll be glad to know that there are plenty of opportunities to indulge your fondest wish. New York City is Read more about How To Arrange A Bike Trip Around New York City[…]
“Nigdy więcej wojny / Never More War” – Westerplatte, Poland. It was another poignant journey for me as I headed to Westerplatte – the peninsula in Gdańsk, Poland where World War II began. I know what you will tell me – I keep visiting the gory spots, you’re thinking: Touring Pripyat, Chernobyl, Ukraine Touring Chernobyl Read more about Touring Westerplatte in Gdańsk, Poland: The Place Where World War II Began[…]
While I don’t write about Thailand much or promote it, it’s important to note how many tourists flock here every year. Aside from Bangkok’s urban charms, the digital nomad hangout of Chiang Mai and the white temples of Chiang Rai, the islands of Thailand give travel brochures some serious eye candy and a means to Read more about The Ultimate Guide to Koh Samui Island[…]
New York City is one of the biggest places for tourists to visit. This is because there is something for everyone. It does not matter what your particular interests are. You might be a fan of Broadway plays, live sporting events, ballet, fine dining or museums. All of these things and more are represented in Read more about Romantic Ideas for Couples Visiting NYC[…]
“Damn my education, I can’t find the words to say with all the things caught in my mind” – Noel Gallagher. It is a line taken from the Oasis song “Don’t Go Away” which was released the same year I left Bangor Grammar School, 1997. I wrote very recently how it just passed the 25 Read more about Studying Saturdays: “Backpacking Centurion” In The Grammarian, Bangor, Northern Ireland[…]