It only took one single photograph to come across my screen years ago, for me to know I had to visit this place one day. The exquisite beauty and sheer magnitude of what I saw in that image was unbelievable. Well that day has arrived for me. The amazing Registan Square in Samarkand is even …
I have arrived into this new destination, full of anxiety, exhaustion, and with a nervous system in complete disarray. I take the time to try and decompress, even just a little bit. Over the next week, several small walks close to home is all I can muster. These are purely with the purpose of gathering …
Oh boy here we go again. 😂 This does seem never ending, doesn’t it? Over the next 36 hours I will travel by plane, 2 taxis, train, and two more taxis. Here is my travel days Istanbul to Tashkent to Samarkand, my new home for the next few weeks. It’s a long one with an …
Okay here we are, the first of three days to get myself to my next scheduled destination. Running on empty I head to the airport at 3am. Here is my travel day Riyadh to Istanbul via Jeddah on Saudia. Once there I will have a nine-hour layover to relax a little before my final flight, …
Having arrived by bus the previous night, I now wake in a safe country and have a day of planning ahead of me. I must try and procure flights out of here, departing tomorrow, attempting to get to my next scheduled destination. My busy layover in Riyadh Saudi Arabia is spent planning, spending moolah and …
Its now day nine since the war began and I have finally got an opportunity to leave Qatar. Not by plane as originally planned for March 5th, but by bus. The Canadian Embassy has provided me a seat for crossing Doha to Riyadh by land during the war. This is how that travel day transpires …
I feel the need to document my experience of the first 9 days of war in Doha Qatar although I struggle with how to do that. I don’t want to dwell on that time period as it causes me immense anxiety. What I have decided to do, is record each day that passed with visual …
Before leaving a destination, I like to pass on some ideas for places that I found particularly interesting, and didn’t cost this frugal traveller anything. This amazing city offers a multitude of these and I was never once out of options. Here are 10 free things to do in Doha Qatar that I hope you …
Undoubtedly a place where every tourist will want to explore is Souq Waqif & the beautiful Corniche in Doha. Little did I know, just how vast and varied this historical market place actually is. Wait until I show you exactly what I discover and you will be busting to get there too. Brief History The …
Wandering into this vast area, one quickly realizes there is much more to discover than initially thought. What was once the city’s largest commercial port, has been transformed into an area for tourists and locals to flock to and enjoy. Here is a run down of what to see at Mina District & Old Doha …
After spending so much time in Oman and not getting out to the desert, it is a priority for me here. I adore a desert landscape, arid, simple, exquisitely beautiful and big. What I actually want is to touch sand, see dunes and play. What I get instead, is a rush. The best dune bashing …
As mentioned previously, the city is sprawling, with venues scattered all across the municipality. Most of these are close to the coast and are connected to the metro, tram and bus system. It’s the metro I try out for the first time as I decide to explore beautiful Katara Cultural Village & beach in Doha …
I arrive before the war, having no idea of what is about to transpire or how my days and life will change. These are my first impressions of Doha Qatar as life is happening under normal circumstances. The following posts over the next few days are the precious experiences I have had. And then I’ll …
I hadn’t planned on writing a post about this travel day as it only consists of one single flight. However, a lounge visit and the most spectacular sights I have ever seen from a plane window demand that I document this venture. Here is my amazing travel day Muscat to Doha Qatar, one I will …
Having spent nearly a month in Oman and focusing predominantly on Muscat, I have been able to explore extensively. Here are a few ideas, besides the popular places you will already know about including the Mutrah Souq, Grand Mosque and fish market. Welcome to my list of 5 free things to do in Muscat Oman …
Something that is a must see while visiting the capital, is the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat. Its not often I find I can gain access to a mosque, especially as a female, but this one is open to non-Muslims everyday but Friday from 8am to 11am. And its free. Logistics Located on Sultan …
I have returned from Nizwa, taking the same bus journey but in reverse. Having moved Airbnb locations, I now find myself in a part of the city that has accessible and great beaches. Always looking for opportunities to get my toes in the sand, this is what I have discovered. Three of the best beaches …
Readers will know I love a market place, in fact, I’m a little obsessed with them. They are fun to explore and I always see and learn something interesting. In the middle east, markets are often called souqs and they are just as enjoyable as anywhere. Here is the best guide to Nizwa Souq & …
There are a myriad of historical places of interest and forts scattered around Oman. Each amazing to see in their own right, one stands out because of its size and location. This one has been restored to showcase the culture, history and traditions of the country. Beautiful Nizwa Fort, Castle & Gardens is a must …
I am splitting up my time in the capital city, by going on a trip half way through my stay. I have a hankering to see a fort that’s been on my radar for quite some time, mostly because of its aesthetic beauty. Without the funds to hire a car and driver like most do, …