Kerala, south India, is renowned for its beautiful beaches, backwaters, lakes, historical monuments, food and massages. We visited Fort Kochi to tour famous back waters, explore the town and learn more about this cultural hub; from a pimped out tuk tuk party to spice plantations and Cheenavala.
Skála Eressos (Eressou) and its twin town Eressos (Eressou) lies in the south-west of Lesvos Island. Lesvos sits in the north Aegean very close to Turkey, and you will find this town and the whole Island will have a unique blend of Greek and Turkish influence in its architecture, cuisine and general influence. Lesvos itself…
On the west coast of the New Zealand South Island in the Alpine range sits one of 3 glaciers, Fox Glacier. The proximity of these peaks to the sea in part gives New Zealand one of its most iconic and beautiful landscapes. Fox Glacier, located in the heart of New Zealand’s South Island, is a…
I was never, ever going to do a winter ski season. I had not the faintest idea of what a Chalet was, I couldn’t imagine a ski resort (how could people ‘stop for coffee’ on a mountain?!), let alone had ANY experience of skiing or snowboarding. But here I am, 5 winter seasons, 1 fake…
Iceland, the Land of fire and ice. From geysers to icebergs and dramatic scenery that you can’t help fall in love with. Iceland is the vision of myths and legends. When you see the scenery here you can understand why the Icelandic folk tales invoke such fantasy, with a landscape so wild and dramatic. My…
Meersburg is a German municipality southeastern of Baden-Württemberg. It is located on a ridge near Bader-Württemberg. Perched on the banks of the German side of Lake Constance, Meersburg is a charming historical town and one of the lake’s most picturesque resorts. It is separated into two halves: the upper town (‘Oberstadt’) and the lower town…
I’ve always loved to read, as a child my family nicknamed me Matilda because I would never put a book down. As an adult this still hasn’t changed. Although these days the majority of my reads are scientific journals and text books for my work, I love reading about destinations around the world. Here are…
Nestled in the heart of Thailand’s stunning Krabi Province, Railay (or Railey) stands as a picturesque paradise, captivating visitors with its unique blend of natural beauty and adventurous allure. When I visited Thailand, one of the first things I had booked during planning was Climbing at Railey Beach. This secluded peninsula, accessible only by boat,…
During a trip to the Rocky mountains last summer, we stayed in the stunning Mount Robson National Park for a few nights as a base for visiting the nearby sites including the Berg Lake Trail, Jasper. This stunning area of outstanding beauty and a world heritage site is definitely a must-see Disclaimer: This article contains…
Hiking the Selvaggio Blu trail in Sardinia. Renowned for its beauty and difficulty, The route starts in Pedra Longa and follows a goats trail along the Sardinian coastline to finish at Cala Luna.