Everyone has heard about Zanzibar, yet almost nobody knows its hidden gem called Mnemba Island. Located on the north eastern side of Zanzibar, you’ll find this tropical archipelago just a stone’s throw away from the…
A couple of years back, I guided five hikers along the Laugavegur. All of them were over seventy. All of them had been serious hikers their whole lives, the kind of people who knew what…
You might be surprised to learn that there are a lot more things to do in Marmaris than simply lying on the beach. There’s nothing better than soaking up the summer sun, eating some delicious…
Most people arrive at Taghazout Bay expecting a surf lesson. They leave understanding why people come back to this stretch of Moroccan coast for years. I’m Simo, and I’ve been guiding first-timers through the waves…
It’s impossible not to be enticed by the dining scene in Kalkan, Turkey. Rich scents of mouthwatering dishes entice travellers whilst strolling narrow cobblestone roads. Patio-style seating spills out onto pedestrian walkways. And it’s not…
Mont Blanc is one of those climbs that sits on almost every mountain lover’s bucket list. At 4,805 meters, it’s the highest peak in the Alps and Western Europe, and one of the most iconic…
The best pasalubong from the Philippines to bring abroad includes iconic Filipino snacks, sweets, and delicacies that capture the flavors of home. Popular choices include dried mangoes, polvoron, ube jam, banana chips, and other unique…
Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is a lush enclave on the southeastern point of the country, filled with Mayan ruins, cenotes, and fascinating towns to explore. My recent trip to the Mayan region took in two towns…
Southeast Asia has been home for more than twelve years and during that time we have experienced many of the finest luxury hotels and resorts in the region. We do not have our favourites, but…
When most people think about Avios, they think about reward seat redemption rates, business class flights, and the satisfaction of “getting a deal”. They certainly don’t think about flight cancellation compensation. But, in my opinion,…