With over 300 temples in the city, it is difficult to choose which ones to write about. While I have easily entered 20 complexes in my time here, some stand out more than others. I came with no pre-arranged itinerary for seeing the temples, instead, I let the inherent beauty captivate me. Here are 3 …
The Unique Eats & Treats at Siri-Wattana Market
Needing some fresh vegetables when I arrived into the city, my first stop was a market that was reasonably close to walk back from with a heavy load. From my google search, I settled on one outside of the Old City, but only a 20-minute walk from my Airbnb. I found the unique eats & …
My First Impressions of Chiang Mai Thailand
After a long travel day, once I arrived at my Airbnb, I went straight to bed. When I awoke the next morning, I went looking for food, water, and drink for my new flat. Here are my first impressions of Chiang Mai Thailand, my first ever trip to this country! Beautiful Wow, I’m blown away. …
5 Free Things to do in Hoi An Vietnam
I have enjoyed making these posts hoping to provide ideas for people to see a place and not have to spend any money. As a budget traveller, I am always on the hunt for unique ideas. Here are 5 free things to do in Hoi An Vietnam that might not be on your radar. Ancient …
5 Free Things to Do in Da Nang
I didn’t know what to expect when I booked to stay here, but I have been totally captivated by this young Vietnamese city. Here are 5 free things to do in Da Nang that you should not miss on your next visit. Dragon Bridge Without a doubt, this is a must see. The unique bridge …
The Scrumptious Da Nang Food Tour with Anh
I have been on a food tour only once before, in Rome, and it was amazing, something I will never forget. Knowing next to nothing about Vietnamese cuisine and desperate not to miss out on anything, I wanted a similar experience here. I booked the scrumptious Da Nang Food tour with Anh and it was …
My Budget Travel Expenses for Salerno – 12 Days
In an effort to help others planning to travel or explore overseas, I will document my expenses for each country I lived in during the 2023 year. I didn’t keep records for the first 2.5 months in Mexico as almost everything was paid for in cash. Beginning with the next destination, here are my budget …
My Budget Travel Expenses for Plovdiv – 55 Days
In an effort to help others planning to travel or explore overseas, I will document my expenses for each country I lived in during the 2023 year. I didn’t keep records for the first 2.5 months in Mexico as almost everything was paid for in cash. Beginning with the next destination, here are my budget …
My Budget Travel Expenses for Malta – 16 Nights
In an effort to help others planning to travel or explore overseas, I will document my expenses for each country I lived in during the 2023 year. I didn’t keep records for the first 2.5 months in Mexico as almost everything was paid for in cash. Beginning with the next destination, here are my budget …
My First Impressions of Da Nang Vietnam
I am so excited to be starting this part of my adventure in Asia! I have waited for decades to be able to travel here and explore the region. As a child, I lived in Indonesia for a period of three years and to be honest, don’t have the best memories. Because of this, I …
The Fabrika Hill Cave Catacombs in Paphos
Located in Kato Paphos, meaning the area where the ancient capital city was, is a hillside. The Romans built an amphitheatre here in the 2nd century AD. What I found fascinating was the Fabrika Hill cave catacombs in Paphos located deep within the bowels of this mound, under the theatre. Fabrika Hill Today this hill …
The Amazing Paphos Archaeological Park
This will have to be two posts, there are too many things to show you from this absolutely incredible site. I had no idea, when I decided to visit the amazing Paphos Archaeological Park that I would see as many cool things as I did. Nea Pafos as it is officially referred to, is the …
5 Things to Know About Antalya
An aspect of international travel I enjoy, is having my impressions either confirmed or completely turned on their heads. This latest destination did one of those things. While not completely out of line, my impressions were so overly romanticized about Turkey. Here are 5 things to know about Antalya that form part of the reasons …
My One Year Travel Anniversary
Today marks one year since I left Canada on this adventure. I didn’t know what to expect, or how long I would last out in this big, beautiful and daunting world. I have not only survived, but thrived in most instances. On my one year travel anniversary, I want to let everyone know I am …
The Ancient Roman Theatre & Stadium at Perge
Oh I had the best day trip! Following my love and admiration for all things Roman history, I took the tram from Antalya out to another city, one which began more than 2000 years ago! The ancient Roman theatre & stadium at Perge were the highlight of the day for me. Perge Settled during the …
Beautiful Kaleici Old Town Antalya Turkey
I have finished my time in Konyaalti and moved closer to the centre. Here I sit amid the hustle and bustle, noise and chaos that is all things big city. After a short ten minute walk however, I can escape all of this and find myself immersed in beautiful Kaleici Old Town Antalya Turkey. Kaleici …
Visiting the Antalya Archaeology Museum
I had such a nice morning at this jam-packed museum in the city. The facility is much larger than I expected and absolutely full of Roman treasures from the ancient cities located nearby. I would highly recommend visiting the Antalya Archaeology Museum to any history or art buff. Perge One ancient Roman city near Antalya …
First Impressions of Catania Sicily
Yes! I moved locations, a mini travel day consisting of a 2 hour bus ride, and another 20 minute bus ride, and I was at my new location. I have a long travel day approaching, so to ease the pain of too many moving parts, I decided to relocate closer to the airport before hand. …
Get Lost with Me in the Streets of Salerno
One of my absolute favourite things to do in any city I feel safe in, is to explore with abandon. There is nothing quite like stumbling around and never knowing what you are going to see around the next corner! Come get lost with me in the streets of Salerno, more specifically in the old …
Beautiful Duomo di Salerno
In just about every Italian city I travel to, there are many churches to visit and explore. They are a great place to see historical architecture, amazing art and local culture. The beautiful Duomo di Salerno, or the Cathedral of St. Matthew is this city’s pride and joy. Location Find the oldest part of Salerno, …