Never one to miss a market anywhere in the world I travel, there are two that I need to tell visitors about. Bursting with fresh foods and other goods, these are the perfect venue to sample local produce. The best of Duncan’s farmers markets will leave your tastebuds doing a happy dance. Saturday Market The …
I have been living here for over a month now, boots on the ground, walking around every day. I can’t actually answer the above question, simply because I haven’t been to all of the other European capitals. What I can do however, is show you exactly what is here. Is Podgorica Europe’s most boring capital …
I haven’t written one of these posts in ages, mainly because I was away from any city that values this type of creativity. Arriving in this little visited capital city, I have been pleasantly surprised by the amount of public art that surrounds me here. The amazing street art in Podgorica Montenegro is on the …
Dubbed as Europe’s most ‘boring’ capital city, I wasn’t sure what to expect upon my arrival. Was there going to be anything to see here? Only 30,000 visitors arrive each year, there isn’t a whole lot of information available online to learn about exactly what this city is like. With the aide of a map …
Stari Bar or Old Town Bar is the most important medieval city in the whole of the Balkans. This is according to the UNESCO World Heritage Organization. The city was abandoned just over 100 years ago, and what remains is simply extraordinary. Why you should visit Old Town Bar Montenegro is an easy question to …
A beach girl at heart, you know I had to check out this area of the country. Having spent considerable time in Budva and Tivat, I am curious to see how Bar compares. While not a huge fan of a rocky beach, if that’s all that available, then I’ll take it. A day trip to …
Within the confines of this capital city full of utilitarian concrete buildings is a natural haven. In fact, it’s the city’s namesake. Podgorica means ‘under the hill’, that hill being Gorica Hill. This large green space calls to me and I visit it every other day. Gorica Hill Park an oasis found in Podgorica Montenegro …
One of my favourite things to do in any destination that I feel reasonably safe in, is to let myself wander without aim or intention. Doing so, I find the most amazing little gems, pretty hidden nooks, secret gardens and enchanting sights. Get lost with me in Marsala Sicily and let’s see what we can …
With each destination I travel to, I cannot depart without passing on some useful information, especially when it comes to things not to be missed. As a budget traveller, those activities have to be free and not a regurgitation of what the internet already has loads of. Here are my 5 free things to do …
When I arrived for the first time, I chose to stay in Senglea. Without knowing it at the time, that proved to be a tremendous boon for me. I was instantly immersed in one of the most historic areas on the island. Should you stay in the Three Cities of Malta? Let me show you …
There are numerous reasons to make Malta a destination, but this time of year, its really special. Not only are there fewer tourists and the weather sunny, but the holiday is celebrated here like no where else I have been. Easter in Malta, the best time to visit this amazing country. Our Lady of Sorrows …
When one visits Thailand, especially up north around Chiang Mai, one is inundated with temples. Every visitor will leave that country with a camera roll full of temple photos. Vietnam shares a massive boarder with Thailand, yet you rarely hear about the temples here. Today I will share 5 Buddhist temples not to be missed …
With this being my second time visiting the city, I am exploring my surroundings a bit more. I have decided on another day trip, this time to see a specialty of the area that has been produced in the region for hundreds of years. Come experience the beautiful Vietnamese culture at Nam O Fish Sauce …
What if I sent you to a bridge to see all three of these things? Well right here in Da Nang, you can indeed have this unique experience. Its one of the most special things to do, especially on a weekend evening. See Fire! Dragons! And a night market in Da Nang Vietnam. Dragon Bridge …
Since I have been to Da Nang before, I am taking this opportunity to explore further afield. After some research, I have settled on a few day trips, still within city limits though. The first is discovering beautiful Tuy Loan rice paper making village in Vietnam. Getting There Because its only 14 kilometres from downtown, …
When I was visiting last year, I created one of these posts, and now will add to the collection with another. As a budget traveller, I am always searching for free or inexpensive things to see in each destination I travel to. Here are 5 more free things to do in Chiang Mai should you …
As a slow traveller, one of my most favourite things to do in any city is to amble aimlessly. I’m not a huge fan of seeing the usual tourist sights anywhere I go. Instead, my passion lies in finding the hidden gems, meeting locals and feeling as immersed as I can in everyday life. Get …
Of the over 300 Buddhist temples in the city, this one is special for several reasons. Not only does it contain what was the largest building in the Lanna Kingdom, but houses the city pillar as well. Beautiful Wat Chedi Luang a Chiang Mai temple that is at the top of my list for must …
While I love to create the posts of free things to do, there are a number of unique and fun things to experience in Madaba that cost very little. Here are 5 things to see in Madaba for Under $5DR. If you are a holder of the Jordan Pass, most of these are included! Ancient …
There is a lot to do and see in this city. Much of it will be included in your Jordan Pass if you chose to purchase one before entering Jordan. If you did not, many of the sites are a minimal fee of 1-3DR. As a budget traveller, I’m always looking to save money. So …