Singapore At Its Best: 3 Reasons to Visit
Travelling in Asia will never be complete if you have not visited the beautiful city of Singapore. Don’t be fooled by its size because although this country may be small, it is the most...
Singapore Travel Guide: An Insider’s Introduction
Singapore, the Lion City, can boast many superlatives: safest, cleanest, greenest. It introduced the world's first night-safari park, is home to Asia’s largest bird park, and has the world's biggest rooftop infinity...
Day 13 – 18 April 2011 – “Blob Out” Day
Updated October 2021
We officially declared today a “blob out” day – government buildings and monuments were still closed and we had some packing to do.
Feeling a bit under the weather today, I had breakfast...
The Algarve – Portugal’s Winter-less Region
Ever considered Portugal’s Algarve for a winter break from Northern Europe’s chilly winters?
So what makes The Algarve an ideal winter destination? For a start, temperatures consistently reach the high teens during daylight hours. And...
7 of the Best Things to Do in Jaisalmer.
ARE YOU PLANNING your first trip to Jaisalmer this year? If you are, you’re probably wondering what are some of the best things to do in Jaisalmer?
I’ve travelled throughout Rajasthan several times and feel...
Chasing Rainbows – Holi in Jaipur
Ah, Holi 2024 in Jaipur. A kaleidoscopic carnival of colours that I've danced through umpteen times! Picture this: me, a seasoned Holi enthusiast, diving headfirst into the riotous sea of hues that wash over...
Hot and Spicy in India!
The colours and flavours of spices conjure up images of exotic lands and ancient times. Today, many of our favourite global cuisines use spices unique in texture, aroma, and taste.
India is the birthplace of...
The Crown of Palaces – The Taj Mahal
Famous globally for its breathtaking beauty and mirror-like symmetry, the Taj Mahal is India’s most famous landmark. Located in Agra, it reportedly attracts more than 6 million visitors each year.
The Crown of Palaces
The Taj...
Exploring Karni Mata Rat Temple
Introduction
India is well-known for its numerous religions, countless gods and goddesses, rituals, and many myths. Would it surprise you that it has a rat temple? No, I’m not kidding. It has!
It’s estimated more than...
Day 17 – 22 April 2011 – Match Day Ticket Frenzy
Updated October 2021
We decided to have another flexible day today. Rhys finally awoke just after 9:30. His body alarm clock must have alerted him to the hotel’s breakfast service closing at 10:00!
We finally managed...
