Imagine you are getting ready to travel to Spain, Italy, Africa, or any other country. Well, things are exciting already, aren’t they? You might be packing away all your stuff, anticipating your vacation, and planning your outfits. However, amidst all the exhilaration, you might forget some critical documents you must have. Hence, we have compiled…
Read MoreWhen you visit Dubai, you can partake in assorted activities, from admiring the architecture to shopping till you drop in the local markets and cutting-edge malls. A desert safari, though, is certainly something that must be included in your schedule. It is one of the most popular and adventurous activities in the emirate. After all,…
Read More“Let’s get together and feel alright” – Bob Marley. Jamaica’s capital Kingston has an abundance of bars and I merely sampled a few. On my jaunt here, I managed to visit 11 bars. Well actually it was 12. Each had their own quirks and vibes and it’s taken me a while to jot this down,…
Read MorePlanning a journey to Sri Lanka may be pretty exciting, but it’s also important to take all the necessary steps to ensure your safety during the trip. However, with the proper precautions, you can make your travel to Sri Lanka safe and successful. In this blog post, we’ll provide you with a few tips on…
Read More“Just when I thought our chance had passed. You go and save the best for last” – Vanessa Williams. August 2023 saw a return to the Port Hat-trick. This meant Portballintrae, Portrush and Portstewart. After catching crabs in rockpools at Portballintrae and riding the Ghost Train at Barry’s (Curry’s) in Portrush, I completed the Port…
Read MoreNestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina lies the charming small town of Murphy. With its picturesque mountain scenery, a wealth of outdoor recreational activities, and rich cultural heritage, it is a popular travel destination for those looking to experience the beauty and adventure of Appalachia. Only a few hours drive…
Read MoreThe Lost City: Playing Crazy Golf At Yorkgate, Belfast, Northern Ireland “Chip Beck. Tiger Woods. Davis Love Hat-Trick” – Golfers Names. I used to play golf a lot when I was younger. Dad had a set of clubs, I had a set of plastic clubs as a kid, and later I had some real golf…
Read More“And I’ve been riding on a ghost train, where the cars, they scream and slam and I don’t know where I’ll be tonight but I’d always tell you where I am” – Mark Knopfler. On my August 2023 return to Northern Ireland, I ticked off some of my childhood memories, 40 years later, to reminisce…
Read More“I don’t know what tune that the orchestra played, but it went by me sickly and sentimental ” – Neil Finn. It was yet another sentimental return to Portballintrae for me in August 2023. This calm Northern Irish seaside resort was a common place for my early travel days. With my family, we would spend…
Read More“Stepping out to a different world and you might be home late” – Ocean Colour Scene. All these years of long term backpacking has meant a constant need to change, alter, switch, shift, upgrade to a new, clean, pristine backpack, multiple times. I’ve changed backpacks about 15 times in the last 26 years, since I…
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