Having been to this country twice before, I am arriving with some degree of familiarity. I have been curious as to why one rarely hears about the capital city though? With only a little research, I discover that not only is this the second least visited European capital, its also dubbed as the most ‘boring’. …
I haven’t created a post about what I have been eating on this 90 day journey across this part of the country. Besides enjoying most of my own meals in my Airbnb’s, which saves me the most money as I live abroad, I have enjoyed more than a few treats. A foodie’s paradise found in …
I have taken the bus from Granada to Malaga. I am eager to explore this new home of mine, for the short term anyways. Not having done a whole lot of research, here are my first impressions of Malaga Spain. Big City Feel Not realizing just how big the city is, I really feel those …
Readers will know by now, that I have an enormous passion for street art and graffiti. I document as much as I can, where ever I travel to. One thing I was not expecting to find, especially such a proliferation of in this city, is public art. The amazing street art scene in Tirana is …
I’m very excited to begin exploring a new destination. Having never been here, I decided to do little research beyond the basics. I wanted to experience this city as naively as possible, hoping that I would not be influenced by preconceived notions. Here are my first impressions of Tirana Albania. Traffic So heavy. I should …
The city is resting at the shores of the Adriatic Sea, this means that visitors will not only have the new city and Old Town, but also a large beach to explore. I’m going to walk you from end to end, so you can get a feel for exactly what is here. Slovenska Plaza, the …
I am on a mission to visit the beaches in this coastal city. Discovering what is available, the vibes and the general layout of each one. Today it is nice and sunny so let’s spend a fun day exploring Gwangalli Beach in Busan. Getting There The metro stop that will bring visitors closest to the …
Having an inkling before I arrived, of the coffee scene that I might find here, I was even more amazed by what I actually discovered. Not only is there an entire street called ‘Café Street’ but there are coffee shops quite literally everywhere! The vibrant coffee culture in Busan Korea is next level amazing. Take …
Exploring further up the coast of the island, I have arrived at another diverse area of coastline. Always happiest with my toes in the sand, I was interested to see what this location offered. I found the beautiful black sand beaches at Canggu Bali to be full of life. Canggu Beach At the town is …
Always on the lookout for a good market, I have found one in Bali that is a complete vibe. While I have certainly struggled to find an authentic local market, there have been numerous tourist ones. This one tops the cake though, the Sunday market at La Brisa Bali is fantastic! Getting There Located at …
I adore beaches, they heal me, give me strength and bring me insurmountable amounts of tranquility. Everywhere I travel, I will be beach bound at some point. The first coastal area I explored on the island gave me a taste of what is available. Here are my best & worst beaches near Seminyak Bali. Petitenget …
Its everywhere. 😂 Any visitor to this country is going to see shops selling weed where ever they go. Personally, I do not imbibe, however I have really enjoyed seeing the creative signs, logos and store fronts at each destination I explored. Here are some fun signs of weed in Thailand. Smell Currently, marijuana is …
Well I did it, I found the most beautiful beach on this island, I’m sure of it. Wandering out of town one day, I took the road heading south. I knew there was a small beach I might see. Not expecting much, you can imagine how dazzled I was, when I saw Kata Noi Beach, …
I don’t usually write posts like this, but after spending a few weeks exploring this area and these towns, I just can’t get this off my mind. Try as I might I am struggling to find beauty here in the towns. Phuket has an undercurrent of sleaze, and although its arguably at its worst in …
I have shifted locations on the island and am now discovering and exploring a few more tropical beach destinations. One of the reasons I chose this beach was its size. Here are my thoughts on big beautiful Karon Beach in Phuket Thailand. Location South of the infamous Patong Beach, you will find this glorious long, …
A much smaller beach than its large neighbour Karon, this expanse of seaside is quaint and just as beautiful. The fun & lively Kata Beach in Phuket Thailand is a perfect spot for families in the winter months and surfers in the summer. Surfers Paradise Kata is the most popular beach for surfing on Phuket …
I have left the Old Town and travelled for 40 minutes to reach the coastline of Phuket. There are any number of beaches that I could have chosen to explore, however I was looking for a less crowded, less touristy place to sink my toes into the sand. At beautiful Kamala Beach on the Island …
After exploring the mountain location of Chiang Mai, I was ready for a change of scenery and pace. I decided a beach destination was in store. Flying down south, on Nok Air, I landed on a tropical island. Here are my first impressions of Phuket Thailand. Big Phuket is much larger than I had envisioned …
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 …
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. …