A Photo Walk Through the Chichicastenango Cemetery
Although the main reason we took a day trip to Chichicastenango was to see the world-famous market, a walk-through of the Chichicastenango cemetery was…
Postcards from Prague – A Photo Walk Through Europe’s Prettiest City
Prague is arguably Europe’s prettiest city. Hitler certainly thought so as he spared it from destruction during World War II. Thanks to that, Prague…
A Chefparade of Flavour – Budapest Cooking Class Review
Last fall I made some pretty awesome discoveries in Hungary. Although spending a day tracing Erin’s roots in the rural village of Mor was…
Exploring BC by Bus – Adventures in Harrison Hot Springs
Over 150 years ago a group of adventurous pioneers capsized their boat in the rough waters of Lake Harrison, British Columbia. Instead of meeting…
Things to do in Passau and Must-See Attractions in 2024
On my recent Danube journey with Viking Cruise Lines, Passau wasn’t initially on my list of exciting destinations to explore. Amidst the many list…
Visiting Maho Beach – St. Maarten’s Beach for the AvGeeK
Full disclosure, I’m not a fan of the beach. This should be clear with the lack of beach-related posts on this blog. Also, you…
10 Tips From a First-Time Cruiser
I never imagined myself on a large cruise ship, let alone enjoying it. I have always been sceptical of these massive ships and their…
Ditching Baggage Fees AND Cramming More In – HOBOROLL Review
One of my biggest travel mistakes while globetrotting for 14+ months was checking my luggage. I shudder to think about what that cost me…
A Colourful Day Trip to Chichicastenango, Guatemala
Located high in the hills of interior Guatemala you will find Central America’s liveliest town…or at least on Thursdays and Sundays. The Chichicastenango Market…
Posada de Los Volcanes – Where to Stay in Panajachel, Lake Atitlan
While exploring the towns of Lake Atitlan, I first needed to figure out where to stay in Lake Atitlan. I made this my hub…
Touring the Towns of Lake Atitlán – Which is for you?
Lake Atitlán consistently ranks as one of the most scenic lakes in the world, and as I recently found, it lives up to the…
That time I was Escorted Home by a Stray Dog in Antigua
After a night of enjoying Antigua’s vices of chocolate, cigars, and rum, we found ourselves in a bit of a spot. It was 2…
Staying Rustic in Antigua – Candelaria Hotel Review
While touring Antigua’s cobblestone streets I had the absolute pleasure of calling the Candelaria Hotel home. Not only was this rustic hotel my favourite…
A Photo walk through Antigua’s Cobblestone Streets
“Antigua Guatemala, you beautiful son of a bitch.” This thought rang over and over in my head while I took a walk through Antigua’s…
My Top 5 Things to do in Chicago
Sweet home Chicago. It’s home of the blues and heart-stopping pizza. It’s also home to its share of tourist traps. Thankfully I am here…
Making Sense of Dubai Mall Culture
Dubai is known as “the gateway between East and West.” It houses landmarks like Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, and Palm Jumeirah,…
Why San Juan Del Sur Didn’t Win me Over
Let’s get this out-of-the-way, I don’t surf. I tried it once and swallowed more saltwater and got stung by more jellyfish than the seconds…
How to Kill 3 Lazy Days in Granada, Nicaragua
For my first Central American experience, I head to Nicaragua’s most scenic town – Granada. Unfortunately, I did so after a burn out 3-months…
Swiss Air Business Class Review
With the second half of my 9 business class flights for $325 came a posh return flight across the pond. This time, it’s a…
My Viking River Cruise Rhine Getaway in 120 Photos
Last fall I got to experience a week-long Rhine Getaway with Viking River Cruises. It was a trip filled with castles, historic windmills, great…
Going Beyond Tallinn’s City Walls
As I found while strolling Tallinn’s old town, Estonia’s capital became one of my favourite walled cities in Europe. What was more surprising, especially…
A Peek Inside the Zurich Swiss Air Lounge
Last up on my European leg of business class lounge reviews is a peek inside the Zurich Swiss Air Lounge. Once again my early…
A Photo Walk Around Bergen, Norway
Bergen Norway, a gateway to breathtaking fjords and home to mighty Vikings. While in the area visiting a friend (whom I almost killed with…
Relaxing like a Viking at the Sola Strand Hotel
Norway is known for its stunning fjords and incredible hikes, not its beaches. While planning my trip to the Stavanger Region I stumbled on nearby…
A Peek Inside Vienna’s Austrian Air Lounge
First up on the tail end of my RTW lounge reviews is Vienna and a peek inside the Austrian Air Lounge. This stop marks…