Without my Wellies in Bangkok
With the wet season approaching Bangkok, friends suggest that we purchase Wellington boots as water levels have been known to rise. Taking their advice I purchase two pairs whilst on …
Get to Havana now!
Visiting for the first time in seven years I am eager to see what has changed and how Havana is developing into a world class city and tourist destination. Well for …
Get on your bike in … Havana
Keeping an eye on traffic and watching out for stray dogs we set off to explore the boulevards and back alleys in 30 degree heat. Three hours will allow enough …
Bangkok – 10 things not to miss
Venture off the beaten tourist track and allow Bangkok to surprise and delight you with hundreds of hidden treats, fascinating places many people miss …
Ayutthaya – Ancient Siam, say Wat!
The Wats (temples) and Chedis are scattered over a huge area, brick walls and Buddha’s images littering the earth, providing glimpses of 17th century Siam. Ayutthaya, 76 kms north of …
To Ayutthaya and back …
Founded in 1351, Thai history oozes from every pore, makeing the city a worthy recipient of the UNESCO heritage listing it achieved in December 1991. Founded in 1351, the Siamese …
Pop up Bangkok
Bangkok streets explode as pop up cafes and bars spill out onto the streets. I’m Angling for a cameo on Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods. I head out to see …
Valentine’s Husky Adventure
I’m buying the clothes, booking the flights and packing the bags. Looking for the perfect Valentine’s day weekend I decide on dog sledding in Slovenia. I need somewhere that would …
A Bangkok State of Mind
Arriving in Bangkok is, as with most modernised Asian airports, a seamless and expedient experience arriving at the baggage carousel as the bags pop out to greet you. Land, clear …
Hidden Gem on Australia’s Sunshine Coast
Visiting my parents is always an adventure. My Dad is in his 80’s, loves to explore new food, or just loves to eat. So do I. They enjoy traveling, planning and …