God may be one, but there are a whole lot of different forms of God that are worshipped in India. Almost every culture in…
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Picnic at Terra Remota
Terra Remota is a lovely winery located in the Emporda region of Costa Brava, about a two-hour drive northeast of Barcelona. The winery consists…
A safari cruise on the Zambezi Queen
Imagine staying in a luxurious suite on a boat in the heart of southern Africa. Wildlife abounds everywhere you look along the banks of…
Lesser known museums in Madrid
The central art hub of Madrid, also known as the Golden Triangle is home to the Prado, the Reina Sofia and the Thyssen. These…
Plane views: Assisi
Assisi (map) is a historic town in Umbria, Italy. Famous as the birthplace of St. Francis and home to the magnificent Basilica of St….
A guide to the best beaches in Florida
There’s a reason tourists travel from all over to experience the Florida coast. Famous for its gorgeous stretches of surf, Florida has always been…
A spectacular drive around the Cape Peninsula
The drive around the Cape Peninsula is one of my favourite things to do in Cape Town. In my book, it’s also one of…
The most beautiful café in the world
Budapest is truly one of my favourite cities in Eastern Europe. This city on the banks of the Danube River has a rich and…
Ten tips to stay healthy and fit while travelling
You’ve been travelling 30 hours straight from one corner of the planet to the other and the last thing you want to do, is…
