What comes to mind when you think of 9/11? Is it the inescapable image of an airplane crashing into a skyscraper? I’ve visited this site 3 times now. My first visit back in 2006, still displayed a huge hole in the ground where it looks like they were still removing the foundations of the twin […]
The Duomo is a must see. A massive Gothic cathedral, this looms over the Piazza del Duomo. With over 3,500 statues, 135 spires, and 5 bronze doors, it is not surprising to find that it took 500 years to complete. You will be left speechless by its magnitude.
After a hectic experience in Djemma El Fna and the Medina, we decided to book a tour to see the countryside. A 4×4 drive in the Atlas Mountains. It was just Ross and I, with a private guide eager to explore the deep Berber country and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the desert, valleys, villages […]
We book a 1-night stay at the Momijiya Bekkan Kawa no Lori, a traditional Japanese Ryokan. I have read a lot about Ryokan’s and heart it is an absolute ‘must-do’ on any trip to Japan, so I knew to an extent what to expect but…. Wow! This place sure knew how to make a 1st impression. […]
We had the most amazing experience in a Ryokan last night and after a 30min drive back to the city we stashed our luggage in one of the many lockers in Kyoto Station before heading out to Inari to see the amazing Fushimi Inari-Taisha shine. With seemingly endless arcades of vermilion torii (shrine gates) spread across […]
Intrepid traveller who enjoys unique, obscure and off-the-beaten track locations to traditional 'hot-spots'. Seeking out lesser-known eateries while abroad to ensure an authentic local experience. LAST SEEN: Sailing the Aegean Sea NEXT STOP: Snorkelling on the beautiful island of Rarotonga
