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...
Day 1 – 6 April 2011 – Slumdog Millionaire, Rickshaws and Spicy Paneers
Updated October 2021
After all of the planning and hype and nearly 24 hours flying, Rhys and I were finally in the city that Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire propelled to world fame. But in the...
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...
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...
She’ll be right mate! Enjoy Sydney in 2 days.
Do you love a challenge?
I’ve got one for you. Your challenge is to explore Sydney in just two days.
The best part of the challenge is that it’s fun and easy. I’ve tapped into some...
Making a Splash on The Gold Coast
Ah, my shipmates, gather 'round! I’m about to unravel the salty secrets of Australia’s Gold Coast – that sun-kissed slice of paradise where surfers ride waves like caffeinated dolphins.
But hold your seahorses! It’s not...
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...
Day 7 – 12 April 2011 – Birthday Cake and Taj Mahal
Updated October 2021
Wow, wow and triple wow. That sums up today.
It was Rhys’ 17th Birthday today and we would be hard pressed to top this. I can’t remember what I did for my 17th!
We...
Revel in the Romance of Queenstown’s Old World Charm
Widely accepted as one of the most beautiful countries in the world, New Zealand boasts so many tourist attractions that beckon travellers from near and far. Real Journeys will take you on an unforgettable...
Day 3 – 8 April 2011 – Discover our Second Sin in Delhi
Updated October 2021
We left Mumbai today for India’s capital, Delhi, on an internal flight with IndiGo. I have to say that I was impressed with Mumbai’s Domestic Terminal.
We were warmly greeted with friendly smiles...
