I love old towns, they exude a sense of history, contain interesting and beautiful architecture and have a special atmosphere that I find missing from a modern setting. I am grateful to have found a gem along the southern Spanish coastline. Get lost with me in the streets of old Tarifa and discover magical vistas. …
Staying in this ancient town, one has an immediate sense of history. The Old City remains completely surrounded by the tall stone walls of centuries ago. At one corner stands an immense structure, right on the coast, offering stunning views of Africa. This is the grand old Castle of Guzman in Tarifa Spain. Brief History …
After a short visit to Seville, I have changed destinations again. This time, taking the bus down to the southern coast, where I will call home for the next little while. Here is a short recap of my overland trip and my first impressions of Tarifa Spain. Comes Bus The bus journey from Seville to …
One travel tradition that I have is to visit at least one cemetery in each destination. Not only do these spaces provide me with a peaceful respite, but they offer me a glimpse into the culture and beauty of the area. I discovered the unique San Fernando Cemetery in Seville only a short walk away …
Its always fun to create these posts and usually I have no shortage of idea’s. Budva however, has not been the most exciting destination, nor one with a whole lot to see and do. After spending a couple of weeks, I have come up with 5 free things to do in Budva Montenegro that might …
Seeing signs advertising an inexpensive boat trip from the public pier in Budva, I was curious to explore this potential adventure. Usually taking a boat anywhere is costly. The best day trip to Hawaii from Budva is not only affordable but fun too! Galeb Tours Walking along the esplanade at Slovenska, visitors will see numerous …
Having spent just about two weeks in Tivat last year, I thought Budva would be very similar. I have been surprised to see that it is quite different. This is the most visited city in the small country. I’ve come at the height of tourist season which will undoubtedly reflect my views. My first impressions …
This is quite possibly the most unique hike I have done in a very long time. Not only are you immersed in nature, below a canopy of soaring pines and beautiful deciduous trees, but you are walking the length of a luge! Come hike the 1984 Olympic bobsled track with me in Sarajevo. Getting There …
I’m back in Europe and am thrilled for the change of scenery. My last six months has been spent in Asia, a first taste visiting that corner of the world as an adult. Time for Europe summer. Finding myself in a completely new to me destination, here are my first impressions of Sarajevo in Bosnia. …
Wanting to see what old Kyoto, and old Japan might have looked like, I researched areas to visit within the city, that might offer me a glimpse into the past. What I discovered were a few spots I might find what I was searching for. I explored the beautiful Gion District in Kyoto one day, …
Always on the lookout for things to do that aren’t going to cost me much or anything, I have discovered a few goodies here. As a budget traveller, I’m always looking for ideas where ever I travel, and enjoy writing these posts to provide ideas to others. Here are 6 free things to do in …
In an effort to maintain my tradition of visiting a cemetery in every country I explore; I went to three today. All are unique and distinctively different from one another. I ventured out and found a Muslim one, a Catholic one and a very small Thai one. Here are photographs of three unique cemeteries in …
What a surprise I found a market in Phuket! 😂 Well, I didn’t have to look far, for my guesthouse is on the very road the market takes place on. Opening time is 4pm and I can tell you, it very quickly turns into a chock-a-block- affair shortly there after. Come see what the Phuket …
This has to be my first real post of the island of Phuket. I am in a guesthouse that is smack dab in the centre of the most charming part of the city. Everywhere I look, I see quaint buildings with decorative features of years past. The beautiful architecture of Old Town Phuket is another …
So far, even as a budget traveller who eats in most often to save money, I have felt comfortable dining out more than a few times. In general, I have found the food here to be more expensive than in Vietnam. But I have searched for budget friendly places and managed to find some. Here …
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 …
We all know how much I love markets at this point. 😂 If there is one to be found, rest assured I will find it. Here in this beautiful Thai city, I have a huge selection of markets to choose from. The best night market in Chiang Mai OT or Old Town, is the Walking …
I enjoy writing this series to provide future visitors with ideas for things to see and do in each destination that I visit. Especially activities that don’t cost anything for they are just that much sweeter. As a budget traveller, here is a list of 5 free things to do in Chiang Mai Thailand. Temples …
I have been overwhelmed by the beauty surrounding me here in Chiang Mai, most specifically that from the numerous temples around the city. Of the sites I have visited so far, 3 special Buddhist temples in Old Chiang Mai stand out above the others. Wat Chiang Man The oldest temple built in 1297, within the …
One thing I was surely not expecting….at all, was to find graffiti and street art in the Old City of Chiang Mai Thailand. I’m not sure why I had formed this impression? Perhaps because I thought this public form of art would be discouraged in the historic city. What I have found is entirely the …