Travelling in Asia will never be complete if you haven't experienced the beautiful city of Singapore. Don’t be fooled by its size because although this country may be small, it's the most advanced metropolis in Southeast Asia. In fact, the capital city (also named Singapore) comprises one-third of the mainland making it almost the whole country in itself. The city...

The Land of Kings Rajasthan, is surely the most colourful and unique state in Northern India, if not all of India. Its capital, Jaipur, the “Pink City”, derives its name from the reddish-pink stones that were used to construct its elegant buildings. Jaipurites closely link the city’s history to Maharaja Jai Singh II, who became King when he was only...

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 to a bullfight in Madrid many years ago and have also ridden elephants, twice, up the windy steep cobbled streets to Jaipur’s Amber Fort. However, as...

Updated: November 2018 After Shock-Pinball, Jaws.  Sounds like a list of action movies, right?  Well, they’re the gateway to some action, but just part of the movie that’s Challenge Rafting on the Shotover River in Queenstown, New Zealand. When you join Challenge Rafting for a little white-water adventure, expect some thrills, chills, and maybe some spills…and expect it to be challenging. ...

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 Mahal (Persian for "Crown of Palaces") is an elaborate mausoleum or tomb. Built nearly 400 years ago by Emperor Shah Jahan of India it’s a...

Auckland, home to approximately 1.5 million Kiwis, lies in the pacific Ocean’s far south-west. It’s New Zealand’s biggest city and provides an excellent base to explore the North Island’s hidden coves and scenic coast line. Auckland boasts more boats per capita than any other city on the planet. It has a proud sailing tradition and revels in its nickname “The...

Nestled in the western corner of New Zealand’s South Island, Fiordland National Park is a World Heritage site and is the renowned home of breath-taking Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound. This region of New Zealand is present to a striking and dramatic landscape, making it the top destination to visit in New Zealand. A traditional Maori legend suggests that TuTeRakiWhanoa,...

Sail on the warm winds through 74 islands in the very heart of the Great Barrier Reef.  Drop anchor and discover white secluded beaches.  And, of course, dive the heart of the enormous Great Barrier Reef. The Whitsunday Islands are the essential experience for anyone who is fascinated by coral reefs and all seekers of paradise. Airlie Beach Airlie Beach is...

With spectacular waterfalls, dramatic sheer cliffs, lush rainforest and piercing blue water, New Zealand's Milford Sound is the pinnacle of natural beauty. Nestled on the south west of New Zealand's South Island, Milford Sound's dramatic primeval landscape is a particularly special creation of nature. Subsequently it comes as no surprise that a visit to this secluded piece of paradise is a...

Balmy…the moment you step off of the plane in Cairns and smell the moist sweet tropical breeze you know you’re in North Queensland. Sure, you can take a boat trip and scuba dive in the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef.  But there are more than enough things in to see and do. In, Around and Above Cairns Cairns’ famous Esplanade Lagoon,...