Baku Cafes & Coffee Culture: A Guide to the Best Cafés
byAre you searching for the best cafes in Baku? Curious about the Baku coffee culture? Let’s start brewing. The cafe culture of Baku is…
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Best Day Trips From Baku – Gobustan, Mud Volcanoes, and More
byBaku, the capital city of Azerbaijan, has several fascinating destinations that make for great day trips. One of the most popular day trips from…
The Merchant Hotel Baku Review – The Best Hotel in Baku’s Old Town
byAre you searching for the best hotel in Baku? Read on for why the Merchant Hotel Baku gets my vote. As a first-time visitor…
Visiting Dubai With Your Kids? Here’s What You Need To Know
byDubai, also known as ‘The City of Gold,’ is a major centre of gold trade. It makes up about 29 per cent market share…
Three days in Muscat, Oman – What to See and Do
byAs I found on my three day visit, Muscat Oman offers so much more than its neighbouring capitals. Here’s why. With the Al Hajar…
That Time I Inadvertently Fasted for Ramadan
byMillions fast from sunrise to sunset on purpose. I fasted for Ramadan by accident. Here’s why. Last spring I took a memorable trip through…
I Went to a Tim Hortons in Oman and Immediately Felt at Home
byWhat’s it like inside a Tim Hortons in Oman? I head to Muscat to find out. I am one to try out local food…
Tips on Visiting Wadi Ash Shab – Good to Know Before You Go
byTurquoise blue pools of water surrounded by mountains with a secret waterfall at the end. This is my time hiking to Wadi Shab. Unlike…
12 Unique Things to Do in Bahrain on a Cruise Stop or Layover
byFor such a tiny nation, Bahrain packs a lot in. From getting lost in its souq to visiting a centries old fort, there’s no…
Bahrain Layover – Covering The Country Tip-to-Tip in Just 24 Hours
byFrom the Tree of Life to celebrating Ramadan with locals, here are my takeaways from an eventful Bahrain layover. If you’ve been following along,…
A Photo Walk Along Kuta Beach, Bali
byWinter blues and cabin fever has set in for me so I am searching my archive for a little warmth. I found just that…
The Best Way to Tour the Temples in Bagan
byIf you have spent significant time in Asia, chances are you have seen your share of temples. Much like the churches in Europe, after…
How to Have a Culture-rich Experience in Bali
byAre you planning a trip to the magical island of Bali? Want to get to know its true character? This picturesque place is full…
Kyrgyzstan Travel Tips – What to See, Do, Eat & Drink
byKyrgyzstan, the ancient land of the silk road and Mongols, where nomadic herders still live in yurts throughout mountain valleys. The scenery is beyond…
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Review: ANA Business Class Lounge – Haneda, Tokyo
byOn my last epic Aeroplan mini-RTW trip I not only had the pleasure of flying ANA business class for the first time, but also…
What to do on a Tokyo Layover from Haneda Airport
byJapan is one of my favourite countries. From its warm people to its tasty food, there is little to dislike. That’s why when a…
5 Good Reasons You Should Visit Hong Kong in 2019
byMany people would agree, including the locals and experienced travellers alike, that a visit to Hong Kong is one of the best decisions to…
Three Days in Osaka – What to See, Do, Eat and Drink
byOn my first visit to Osaka I lined up a walking tour so I could better understand Japan’s second-largest city. Although I had good…
A Visitor’s Guide to Japan Baseball
byJapan Baseball is something everyone should experience when visiting the country, sports fan or not. The atmosphere is unlike any other sports event I have…
Where to Find The Best Food in Osaka – My Top 5 Must Try Dishes
byOsaka is far and away my favourite food-loving city in Asia. Coming from someone that ate his way across the continent, this says a…
Three Days in Kyoto – What to See, Do, Eat and Drink
byI first visited Kyoto in 2010 and immediately fell for its peaceful allure. Although it was a short one-night stay, it was easy to…
A Tipsy Afternoon Sake Tasting in Kyoto with Magical Trip
byKyoto is known for its many temples, bamboo forest’s, and the ever-elusive geisha. Thanks to the help of Magical Trip, on my recent return…
Visiting the Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, Sri Lanka
byElla is a backpacker haven known for its many nearby hikes and chill bars to recover in afterwards. The real highlight of Ella, for…
Visiting Ella in Monsoon Season – A Soggy Guide of What to See and Do
byElla, the little town high in the highlands of Sri Lanka’s interior is loved for its many hikes and laid-back vibe. But what does…
Tips on Taking the Kandy to Ella Train – The Most Scenic Train Ride in the World
byI love a good train trip, especially when it is dubbed the “world’s greatest.” I have experienced the world’s most luxurious train in South…