Exploring Portugal’s Food: From Asbestos Tonsils to A Sweet Tooth
Last Updated: 26 August 2022
Feeling warm sand between your toes on Portugal’s finest golden beaches is an unforgettable experience.
But you can work up quite an appetite! Fortunately, the Algarve boasts some of Portugal’s best...
Day 12- 17 April 2011 – Match Day
Updated October 2021
Manish, our host from Friday’s meeting, had agreed to take us sightseeing today but our plans were significantly disrupted due to the death of Jaipur’s last maharaja, Bhawani Singh, who was 80.
The...
All’s fair in love and war on King Tutt’s Putt Putt mini-golf courses
“Mine’s the orange one” Cerys demands with a mischievous cheeky smile.“I’ll have the lilac one” adds Cerys’ friend Laura. The remaining choice hangs in the balance and my wife Karen saves me some embarrassment...
Madrid: A Harmonious Marriage of Classical and Contemporary Beauty
What's the Allure?
Although considered to be a fairly young capital city by European standards, Madrid has proudly held its prestigious position in Spain since the mid 16th century.
Since its inception in 1561, this classic...
Bangkok- An Insider’s Guide
I recently spent two days, as a stop-over, in Bangkok. I won’t say it’s one of my favourite cities I’ve ever visited. But it’s certainly not the worst either.
In my opinion, it’s not over-flowing...
August Absurdity: A Whirlwind 3-Day Shimla Escapade
Namaste, Shimla. Ever wondered what happens when you mix a dash of India’s August heat, a sprinkle of hill station charm, and a spoonful of peculiar travel instincts?
Well, buckle up, fellow adventurers, because I've...
An Unforgettable Afternoon with Sampa at Elefantastic
I’ll confess that I am neither overly fond of domestic pets or an animal activist. But that doesn’t mean that I’ll support animal cruelty or suffering.
Quite the opposite. I’ll further admit that I went...
Encounter whales gorging on Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf’s seafood buffet
Many whale-watching excursions result in nothing more than sunburn, disappointment and a wasted day. My recent whale-watching trip with Auckland's Whale & Dolphin Safari certainly dispelled that myth.
With 6 weeks of Rugby World Cup...
Experience the Ultimate Jet Boating Adventure on the Gold Coast
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Just a few minutes into our thrilling, 25-kilometre jet boating journey, I felt like James Bond racing down the Thames in The World Is Not Enough. But we weren't in London. We were speeding...
Singapore’s Iconic Gardens by the Bay
I recently took a short break from Singapore’ heat and strolled over to its iconic landmark - the leafy Gardens by the Bay.
Probably among the first things that springs to many visitors’ minds when...
