10 tips for exploring Dubai on the cheap
Updated March 17, 2021 I never expected to use “Dubai” and “cheap” in the same sentence. I figured exploring Dubai’s biggest, tallest, richest (and numerous other superlatives) required deep pockets. Not true. There are layers to Dubai that are interesting to uncover,...
31 Fabulous things to do in San Francisco
Updated March 14, 2021 Are you planning a visit to San Francisco? If so, the following 31 fabulous things to do in San Francisco might be a useful resource for planning your trip. 31 Fabulous things to do in San Francisco 1. Soak up the bustle of Chinatown...
A review of the Arc’teryx Norvan SL hoody: a breathable packable lightweight rain jacket for travellers
Updated March 12, 2021 As a packing light traveller, have you found a packable lightweight rain jacket that meets your needs? If not, take a look at the Arc’teryx Norvan SL Hoody. This little powerhouse weighs just 3.9 ounces (110 grams) and when stuffed into its...
A fascinating nuclear bunker tour in Prague
If you are interested in Cold War history, the two-hour Prague Communism and Nuclear Bunker Tour offers a thought-provoking introduction to the city’s Communist past. The nuclear bunker tour adds a fascinating layer of interest to the experience. Walking tour The...
Create a travel comfort pack for easy access to self-care essentials
Updated February 20, 2021 Create a travel comfort pack to house those small items that come in handy to enhance personal hygiene and comfort while on the move. For example, there have been times when a travel pack of three-ply tissues has been the most important item...
Does crystal deodorant work? Check out these 8 advantages
Crystal, the best-known maker of crystal deodorant, has adopted the tagline “safety armed with confidence.” But does crystal deodorant work? It’s a common question asked by many skeptics and first-time users. Now, after seven years of use, I can confidently add my...
An amazing two-continent food tour in Istanbul: a review
Istanbul and Turkish food. Two favourites blend delectably in Istanbul’s ‘Two Markets, Two Continents’ food tour by Culinary Backstreets. It was an intriguing premise … breakfast in Europe, followed by lunch in Asia. Where else but in Istanbul could a culinary...
The dolphin-spotting dogs of Akaroa at work in New Zealand
I was as curious about the dolphin-spotting dogs of Akaroa as I was about enjoying the cruise and observing the marine life of Akaroa Harbour. On both counts, I wasn’t disappointed. Akaroa Harbour The name Akaroa is Kāi Tahu, Māori for ‘Long Harbour.’...
No soap? No problem travelling with soap leaves
Updated February 12, 2021 One of my earliest experiences travelling with soap leaves involved a lawyer from Australia and a Jordanian washroom. Lawyer from Australia I met Michelle, the Australian, beside a minivan in a large bus station park in South Amman, Jordan....About
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