The world’s most lucrative gaming hub, Macau, is an ever-expanding metropolis of glitzy casinos. From themed venues and established brands, to online operators taking a punt in the world of brick and mortar gaming, the Asian gambling capital has it all. I’ve backpacked my way through the city country state a couple of times over Read more about Macau’s Casinos: Gaming and Beyond[…]
I’m pretty busy at the moment trying to go through all my unwritten posts, but it’s still nice to reflect on a top 12 travel moments of the year – something I did a similar post on in 2012 and 2013. This year I started off in Iraq on New Year’s Day and I have Read more about Top 12 Travel Highlights of 2014[…]
Thailand doesn’t always get much publicity on here. The main reason for that is that it’s over done, it’s over killed and everybody and their brother has been to Bangkok. However now and then I go back to Thailand mostly on stopovers, it helps by the fact that I have some friends there such as Read more about Meeting the Locals in Thailand[…]
It is said that 1 in 3 international tourists arriving into India do not leave the country without making a trip to enchanting Rajasthan. Known in the British era as the “Land of Kings”, this Indian state is famous for its opulent palaces, forts and finely carved temples. In addition to a number of architectural Read more about Charming Encounters in Rajasthan, India[…]
Known as one of the two Special Administrative Regions of the People’s Republic of China, Macau’s history stretches back as far as 6,000 years ago, and includes many different and diverse civilizations. However, not only is the city of Macau historically rich, but it also offers unique casinos which operate under a government franchise. 1. Read more about Top 5 Casinos in Macau[…]
As a backpacker, those dream destinations have always been on my list, the transition from backpacker to flashpacker may well happen one day and if it does, I’ll be heading to the magical Maldives. I’ve already experienced a tropical paradise at Xanadu in Belize. Vivanta by Taj in The Maldives is one such paradise. The panoramic Read more about 5 Star Resorts By Vivanta By Taj In The Maldives🇲🇻[…]
Mumbai is one of the fastest growing and the most successful economies in India. Known as the city that never sleeps (yes they rival New York and the Kong in this respect), it tops the most preferred destinations for business travellers. Business travellers like traveling to Mumbai, love to stay at hotels that offer all Read more about Tips for Business Travellers Visiting Mumbai, India during the Monsoons[…]
No trip to China is complete without a ride on one of their world-famous trains and backpacking in China is a sure fire test of your senses. Not only do Chinese trains provide an extremely affordable and often scenic way to explore the country, but they also allow you to soak up Chinese culture from inside a train carriage. Read more about Four Tips to Survive Chinese Rail Journeys[…]
In my ongoing world borders series, I cover the real life borders I cross on my crazy journeys. I mentioned before how to get from Jordan to Israel at Sheik Hussein and how to get from Israel to Palestine (to Bethlehem) this time, I go the other way as I detail How to Get From Read more about World Borders: How to Get From Israel🇮🇱to Jordan🇯🇴(Yitzhak Rabin/ Wadi Araba Border Crossing)[…]
Macau is an enigma. Colonised by the Portuguese, owned by China and influenced by the big bad world of gambling. As a backpacker, I’ve passed through the city/country/colony a couple of times and always had a great time. I never really covered a personal top 5 on here though, so here goes… 1. Grand Lisboa Read more about Top 5 Sights When Backpacking in Macau🇲🇴[…]