Month: December 2023

Last Updated on December 29, 2023 by Nellie Huang Ever since I started this travel blog in 2008, I’ve been writing a wrap-up post at the end of each year.…

This week’s New Year’s Eve weekend broadcast of Eye on Travel is from Seville, Spain and the special “A World For Travel Forum.” I’ll have all the latest travel updates,…

10 Different Cold Plunges to Dip into This Year Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort | Halkidiki, Greece Cold water therapy dates all the way back to Ancient Greece, and was even…

Posted: 12/19/23 | December 19th, 2023 Nicknamed “The City of Sails” for its waterfront location and seafaring history, Auckland boasts scenic seaside views and ample water activities. New Zealand’s largest…

Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon | Player.FM | TuneInCastbox | Podurama | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Podcast Transcript During the 14th century, the world saw…

Germany—the Land of Poets and Thinkers—is not only home to world-renowned composers like Beethoven, Bach, Brahms, Schumann, and Wagner. It is also well-loved by tourists for its stunning sceneries and…

I am actually at the airport on my way back “home”! Yes, Quito is my home town. I am looking at travelers from many backgrounds; they are on their way…

Thailand has always been a top destination for adventure seekers looking to delve into its diverse landscapes through exhilarating trekking expeditions. Northern Thailand is home to many mountains and dense…

    There is something appealing about setting off to unique destinations for a thrilling outdoor escape. Embarking on adventures like exploring remote continents, trekking with gorillas, or indulging in…

I’ve been saying for quite some time that the Baltics would be Europe’s next big travel thing. And what’s not to love? You get the climate, cuisine and culture of…

Kalamata in Greece is famous for its rich historical and mythological heritage, vast olive groves and of course, its beach. Kalamata Beach makes Kalamata the ideal destination for a seaside…

Metropolitan Manila refers to the 16 cities and one municipality that comprise the Manila National Capital Region (NCR). Metro Manila (as it is more commonly referred to) has a population…

There is a giant Ishtar Gate at the entrance to the Babylon Hotel in Baghdad. The original was built by King Nebukhadnezzar around 575 BC in ancient Babylon. The remains…

Why travel solo? Solo travel lets you do what you want when you want. It’s freedom. Even more importantly, solo travel reveals strengths you didn’t know you had, develops skills…

Carved into the colossal embrace of a 160m high granite rock, the Dambulla Cave Temple in Matale traces its origins back over 2,000 years. Before it became a Buddhist temple…

  Wow. I just looked at our last post, and it was just over two months ago. Oops. The lack of posting certainly doesn’t convey the abundance of activity in…

Listen, I’m with you. Living in New York City for as long as I have, I’ve come across a lot of real estate agents. It’s a big industry in the…

Looking for the best gifts for travel lovers for 2024? Here are the best gifts for someone going travelling. Give them something they’ll want to receive… Present Ideas for People…

The island nation of Mauritius is regarded as one of the ultimate paradise destinations in the world. Many visitors fall for the trappings of their luxurious beachside resorts and dreamy…

In today’s episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we’re going to talk about pressing the SOS button, as well as gear and best practices for backcountry cooking in ultralight style.…

In February, I realized that I was no longer sleeping well. On the rare nights that I did rest, my tracker said I went into only 20 minutes of deep…

With accommodation costs constantly rising, and with more and more travellers desiring the freedoms that they see their fellow adventurers enjoying, it’s hardly surprising that converted vans are gaining real…

Here’s something new and fun and (for me) very exciting. A few days ago I received an email from Leslie Parsons (@montrealsketcher), an artist from Montreal. “I have a strange…

When business commitments start increasing, can you still live a nomadic lifestyle? And if yes, how does it differ from a freelance or purely nomadic lifestyle? That’s the central question…