2024-04-16 18:30
Northern Thailand offers many off the beaten path places as well as several national parks. Thailand offers a diverse range of wildlife and birdlife. It’s a much quieter and more authe… Read More
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The purpose of this site is to ignite your sense of wonder and help you appreciate travelling and learning about the world. It covers art, architecture, nature, landscapes, culture and traditions that are relevant to travel. Interesting stories highlight how one culture has impacted another culture.
2024-03-19 13:30
Why do some tourists hate Bangkok? This post investigates whether this is justified and what you can do about it. We feel that Bangkok is one of the best cities in Thailand to explore Thai… Read More
2024-03-12 13:30
We hiked into the infamous Golden Triangle in search of colourful hill tribes living in Northern Thailand. The trek magically went to one village of each ethnic group.
#thailand @amazingtha… Read More
2024-03-05 14:30
We loved Ko Samet because there were less tourists going there. Like many other islands, it provides turquoise ocean water lapping white sand beaches.
#travel #thailand @amazingthailand #wa… Read More
2024-02-18 17:00
What are the best places to see in Ireland if you only have two weeks of vacation or less?
#Ireland #travel #photography #wanderlust #travelblogger #traveltuesday #travelgram Read More
2024-01-25 14:30
Rotorua is the best place to see colourful thermal pools, geysers, and volcanic features in NZ. It is also a great place to meet Māoris and learn about their culture.
@PureNewZealand #… Read More
2024-01-16 14:30
What are the best places to see local people and experience Thai Buddhist culture? This post focuses on the best places to see everyday life, learn about Thai traditional culture, and s… Read More
2024-01-09 14:30
Bangkok has some less visited gems, truly spectacular sights and delicious food that you must experience.
#thailand #amazingthailand #Bangkok #visitbangkok #travel #TravelTips #TravelPhoto… Read More
2024-01-03 14:44
Do you want to see snowy sierras, gorgeous glaciers, turquoise lakes, and exciting hikes? Then the Canadian Rocky Mountains are the place to visit.
#travel #Canada #hiking #mountains #na… Read More
2023-12-19 15:16
Do you want to see hidden gems and picturesque places near Victoria? This classic drive explores fairy tale castles, heritage homes, and glorious coastal views.
@hellobc #explorebc #victori… Read More
2023-12-12 13:55
Bangkok has some truly spectacular sights and wonderful wats from a mother of pearl Reclining Buddha to a golden swan Royal Barge.
#thailand #amazingthailand #Bangkok #visitbangkok #travel #… Read More
2023-12-05 14:30
Do you want to see the most picturesque views of Victoria, BC? This classic drive explores fairy tale castles, Victorian homes, glorious coastal views, and even a volcano. You did not know… Read More
2023-11-28 14:30
Bangkok has some truly spectacular sights and wonderful wats from a solid gold Buddha to a not real Emerald Buddha. But there is one place that is the must-see of Thailand
#thailand #amazin… Read More
2023-11-21 14:30
The most interesting tourist cities anywhere in the world were once economic or political capitals. A visit to Ayutthaya and Sukhothai will appeal to fans of art, architecture, culture and… Read More
2023-11-14 14:30
Chiang Mai is a great place to learn about Thai culture and cuisine. It is the city for Food, Flowers, and Festivals.
#thailand #amazingthailand #chiangmai #cooking #food #foodie #foodpor… Read More
2023-11-07 14:30
Chiang Mai is a great place to learn about Thai art, architecture, and culture and cuisine. Do you want to know what are the best places to see and the best things to do in Chiang Mai? Thi… Read More
2023-10-31 13:00
Did Rome really fall in 476? Why was that important? There are several misconceptions surrounding the Fall of Rome.
#Italy @Italia #IlikeItaly #Rome #art #Italia #Roma @Turismoromaweb #t… Read More
2023-10-24 13:30
Only in Rome can you walk from the Baroque Trevi Fountain to Ancient Roman Pantheon, from medieval Santa Maria Sopra Minerva to a perfect example of an Ancient Roman Basilica at San Paolo.
#… Read More
2023-10-23 13:45
Which is worse, looking like a tourist or going to Rome, Paris, and Egypt, but missing the Coliseum, the Eiffel Tower and the Pyramids?
#Italy @Italia #IlikeItaly #Rome #art #Italia #Roma @T… Read More
2023-10-17 13:55
Do you want to see some of the best views, glacial blue lakes, rugged mountains, and exciting hikes in New Zealand?
@PureNewZealand #newzealand #nz #travel #nature #photography #travelnz #NZ… Read More
2023-10-16 13:55
On this walk you will experience the grandeur of the Roman Empire. The empire is probably the main reason why you are going to Rome. This post will reveal the secrets and interesting inform… Read More
2023-10-12 14:22
Walking in Rome is magical and involves considerable time travel. Only in Rome can you walk from the Baroque Trevi Fountain fantasy to Ancient Roman Pantheon harmony then medieval magic San… Read More
2023-10-11 12:52
Do you want to see the most flower-filled small city in Canada? Vibrant red and purple flowers contrast with verdant green foliage. Flower beds and hanging planters adorn city parks… Read More
2023-10-10 14:53
Fall in love with Victoria. She wears flowers everywhere. She loves all kinds of ethnic food. She has several scenic hills. She adorns the sea with gorgeous views of… Read More
2023-10-09 14:27
This story is about the very foundation of the country of Canada. We visited an actual fur trading post with buildings dating from the 19th century. Historic Fort St James was in use until… Read More
2023-10-05 12:00
Classic walk to see Christian Rome promises golden mosaics, twisted cloisters and Mithraic mysteries. But we end up in Trajan time
#Italy @Italia #IlikeItaly #Roma #Rome #travel @Turismoroma… Read More
2023-09-26 13:55
Walking in Rome is magical. Only in Rome can you walk on less touristy streets and see Ancient Roman hippodromes, temples and theatres then end up in the Renaissance Jewish Ghetto.
#Italy @… Read More
2023-09-22 14:30
Why is Rome the place to see Baroque art and architecture? The Catholic Church began and sponsored the Baroque Era to regain its followers after the Reformation! #Italy @Itali… Read More
2023-09-21 14:30
The Vintage Vatican walk takes you through one of the world's most incredible museum collections covering every vintage era. You could definitely could spend a full day here. Be prepar… Read More
2023-09-21 13:55
Dublin is for decanting the good life — walking, shopping, eating, drinking — and learning. It offers a pleasant walk on cobblestone pedestrian streets in a very compa… Read More
2023-09-21 00:21
Why is Rome the place to see Baroque art and architecture? The Catholic Church began and sponsored the Baroque Era to regain its followers after the Reformation with a new style that inspire… Read More
2023-09-20 13:55
Author & Photographer: George Mitchell As they say in Rome, when in Dublin do as the Dubliners do. That means walk, shop, eat and drink. Dublin offers pleasant walks on pedestr… Read More
2023-09-18 14:00
Do you want to feel like an ancient explorer? So few people live here, you will be all alone as you discover gleaming glaciers, wispy waterfalls, green jade, brown bears, and utter wild… Read More
2023-09-13 14:17
For scenic beauty of snowy sierras, gorgeous glacial lakes, formidable fiords and verdant vineyards — it is hard to beat the South Island
@PureNewZealand #newzealand #nz #travel #natur… Read More
2023-09-13 14:00
Just 80 km north of Victoria in British Columba is the tiny town of Chemainus. It boasts 39 amazing wall murals and a few sculptures. This is basically a free, open-air art gallery sprinkled… Read More
2023-09-05 14:19
Why do you feel Switzerland is beautiful? Is it because of all the tourist propaganda? Is it because you prefer mountain scenery in a compact country? Is it because you associate the Alps so… Read More
2023-08-29 13:45
Yoho is a Cree word that means “awe” and Yoho National Park is awesome. Do not miss Emerald Lake and thundering Takakkaw Falls, and baby blue Lake O'Hara.
#ExploreBC #travel #p… Read More
2023-08-22 14:00
Are you planning a trip to the Canadian Rockies but are overwhelmed by the conflicting recommendations of various web sites? Here is the best itinerary for a short trip to the Canadian Rock… Read More
2023-08-15 14:22
For snowy sierras, gorgeous glaciers, exciting hiking trails, and spectacular turquoise lakes — it is hard to beat the Jasper to Mt Robson itinerary Read More
2023-08-08 13:30
Visit the Icefield Parkway for glaciers, gorgeous turquoise lakes, rock flour, and superb hiking trails. If you just go to Banff and Lake Louise and skip the Icefields Parkway, then you hav… Read More
2023-08-01 14:25
Do you want to see some of the best views, glacial green lakes, rugged mountains, and exciting hikes in Banff National Park (NP)? Read More
2023-07-25 14:10
Do not miss visiting Dinosaur Provincial Park? It is one of best places to see in Alberta; indeed, it is one of THE must-sees in Canada! Here you can see a stark landscape that is so diffe… Read More
2023-07-18 14:00
In Moose Jaw, enjoy the magnificent murals on the side of many buildings, go on an Al Capone bootleg tour, the Tunnels of Moose Jaw, visit Mac the Moose and Sue the Snow Bird, and enjoy th… Read More
2023-07-15 13:00
While we suffer through the high temperatures and even nearby tornados, our day lilies and other flowers are loving the heat. I also enjoy macro photography of flowers and used to specialize… Read More
2023-07-11 14:00
Winnipeg is one of Canada’s most underrated cities. We are highlighting six reasons why you must visit Winnipeg. If you want a better recommendation, National Geographic added Winnip… Read More
2023-07-04 14:00
There were 13 original states in the United States. In honour of Independence Day 4th July, here are the 13 most beautiful places to visit in the United States Read More
2023-06-27 14:10
If you love flowers, nature, and/or photography, then English Garden is the place to visit. But this is not a garden in England. Why is it so special? Read More
2023-06-20 15:00
Why should you drive across North America via Thunder Bay, Canada? Along the way, you can see many beautiful bays and peaceful beaches on the ocean-like Lake Superior. But did you miss thr… Read More
2023-06-13 14:00
There is one hidden gem in the province of British Columbia (BC) that should not be missed. What is special about the town of Barkerville? How did the Cariboo Gold Rush change the History o… Read More
2023-05-17 14:00
Do you want to get away from the hectic world of mass over-tourism? Do you want to feel like an ancient explorer in a new land? Here are five hidden gems you can enjoy Read More
2023-05-10 15:11
Driving south on the Klondike Highway, you traverse the formidable terrain taken during the Klondike Gold Rush. Visiting Carcross is like travelling back in time to the early Klondike days… Read More
2023-05-09 13:00
Visiting Carcross is like travelling back in time to the early 1900s. Travelling south on the Klondike Highway, you traverse the formidable terrain taken during the Klondike Gold Rush. Th… Read More
2023-05-02 14:10
I wasn’t sure it was worth driving another day to get to Dawson City. I thought there would be little to see in this town of 2000 people. But we were sure glad we went. We think it w… Read More
2023-04-24 15:00
There are many places to see in Whitehorse, Yukon, but there is one thing you must do – mingle with the First Nation (FN) people and learn about their culture Read More
2023-04-17 15:00
Discover Canada’s most beautiful places with our guide to exploring the country’s stunning natural and city landscapes. From the rugged peaks of the Rocky Mountains to coastal mo… Read More
2023-04-13 19:07
Spring has sprung and so have our first flowers. Photos with my new Canon RF 100 mm macro lens Read More
2023-04-10 13:00
Here are some inventions that will amaze you! Canadian contributions help nourish your babies, keep you warm in the winter, give you the sports you watch, feed your family Read More
2023-03-21 14:00
Fall in Love with Southern Italy! If you want to see some of the best cities and scenery in Italy, then this is the itinerary for you Read More
2023-03-07 16:00
Fall in Love with Central and Northern Italy! If you want to see some of the best cities and scenery in Italy, then this is the itinerary for you Read More
2023-02-28 16:00
Have you been to Italy? If not this is one of the most special places to visit in the world. It’s a feast not only for the eyes but also the stomach Read More
2023-01-24 16:11
Is Adobe Photoshop (PS) the only photo editing software that photographers should use? Has Adobe overpriced PS? Is Luminar Neo a suitable alternative? Read More
2023-01-17 16:11
Coastal Mountains from Horseshoe Bay Ferry
We have met people who have travelled to Vancouver but do not get to see the surrounding sea and mountains. The Sea to Sky Highway (Route 99) i… Read More
2023-01-10 16:11
Coastal Mountains from Horseshoe Bay Ferry
What a setting for a city! Mountains line the coastline meeting the Strait of Georgia. The scale is so great you may think this is unspoiled wi… Read More
2022-12-13 16:11
Canon EOS R5 front view
Canon EOS R5 Synopsis
It’s fun to be using a full frame camera again, a mirrorless Canon EOS R5. The R5 provides customizable settings and buttons; an LC… Read More
2022-12-06 16:11
Winter Trip to Saint Lucia
Where are you planning to go to escape the cold? Which Caribbean Island is the best choice? So many ads and blogs push the most visited islands. But we sugge… Read More
2022-11-29 16:11
Winter Trip to Saint Lucia
It’s time to search for a warm getaway to escape the cold. But what Caribbean Island is the best choice? So many ads and blogs push the most visited isl… Read More
2022-11-22 16:11
Which Caribbean Island is the Best?
Wicked winter has just arrived in our city with our first snow fall. It’s time for North Americans and Europeans to search for a sunny tropical… Read More
2022-11-21 16:39
How Safe Is it to Travel?
Homicide and robbery rate are more relevant to citizens living in a country. Generally, these rates do not affect tourists. Instead, the table below ranks coun… Read More
2022-11-21 14:44
Saint Lucia Sights
The Saint Lucia map currently shows the Best Sights layer with the Google Rating appended to the name.
Click the right-side [ ] icon to see an expa… Read More
2022-10-07 19:29
What city has the best coastal panorama in the world? Many say it is Istanbul, but I believe it is Vancouver. Like Istanbul, Vancouver is split into two parts by a wide strait. But V… Read More
2021-01-30 14:47
“All the leaves are brown And the sky is grayI’ve been for a walk On a winter’s dayI’d be safe and warm If I was in L.A.California dreaming On such a winter’s d… Read More
2020-04-01 14:00
USA is at the apex of the pandemic so once again the cover photo is from better times in the USA — beautiful reflections on Picture Lake in Washington State.
Growth Rates
Thing… Read More
2020-03-28 12:12
Is the USA about to erupt, like the famous volcano in the above photo? The USA just took the lead with the most COVID-19 cases in the world. The pandemic has now become the “Trump Vi… Read More
2020-03-26 00:38
The coronavirus pandemic is about to get much worse. Many more lockdowns were announced just reecently but it is too early to see any improvement.
The countries with the worst death rates… Read More
2020-03-25 02:51
Lockdowns just started about a week or so ago. Should we tell everyone to get back to work at Easter? Just look at China as an actual example. COVID-9 started there probably in October bu… Read More
2020-03-22 23:03
How does COVID-19 Compare to the Spanish Flu?
In 1918, a major Spanish Flu pandemic occurred around the world. About 75 ±25 million people died! Why is there such a large range?… Read More
2020-03-22 00:49
How are we doing with Coronavirus?
It is much more important to look at the trends than the actual counts in order to see how well we are controlling the spread of COVID-19 around the wor… Read More
2019-12-25 16:00
Christmas in the Holy Land
Christian Jerusalem
It is hard to imagine what life was like in Ancient Israel or the Holy Land of the Medieval Era. But you do feel a sense of history. T… Read More
2019-12-19 16:00
Jewels of Jerusalem
We travelled by boat from Egypt to Haifa and took the bus to Jerusalem. It was hard to believe we were in Israel.
It was even harder to believe how cold it was &md&hell…Read More
2019-12-12 16:00
From Tropics to Deserts
Pyramid ParkingAfter two years of travelling in tropical Asia-Pacific, our Round The World (RTW) trip took us to an amazing couple of months in the deserts and oas… Read More
2019-11-05 01:47
Faces of Israel
Group hiking up Masada trailWailing WallWailing WallPalestiniansBar MitzvahBar MitzvahHasidic Read More
2019-10-31 15:00
West Aegean Itinerary
Ottoman Delights and Ancient Roman temples, green mosques and Roman theatres adorn this eight night itinerary. This route heads south from Istanbul to the former O… Read More
2019-10-24 15:00
How to Plan Your Ireland Adventure
Some of you have limited time or budget and are looking for a one week or ten day trip. But where should you go with so many choices? How should you de… Read More
2019-10-10 15:00
Turkey was one of our best-ever vacation trips. This is because of the friendliness and hospitality of the people and not just the sights. Our detailed, day by day blog vividly d… Read More
2019-10-03 15:00
Ireland FAQ
When should I go?
Dunluce Castle, Ambling the Antrim Coast, Ireland North ItneraryPlease avoid July and August when there are too many tourists. Moreover, tourists go… Read More
2019-09-26 15:00
Italy FAQ
When should I go?
Spanish Steps, RomeItaly is the fifth most touristed country in the world! Please avoid mid-June to mid-September when there are too many tourists. … Read More
2019-09-19 14:30
Amazing Rome Walks
Only in Rome can you travel in time from Ancient Rome to Christian Rome, from Medieval Magic to Baroque Blowout. Rome is a tale of four cities. Thus it is a… Read More
2019-09-05 14:00
Ireland East
The Ireland East Itinerary includes lush gardens, intact castles, ancient monasteries and colourful fishing villages. It is mainly inland rather than coastal, more history t… Read More
2019-09-02 13:57
What is Quintessential Ireland?
When we travel, we want experiences that are unique to that country. We want to see things that are special. So what is Quintessential Ireland? &nb&hell…Read More
2019-08-29 14:00
Ireland West
Ireland West is the place to see Quintessential Ireland — dramatic cliffs, coastal hikes, golden crescent beaches, airplane-like views, elegant palaces and even a fjord… Read More
2019-08-22 14:00
Ireland South
Ireland South is a must to experience Quintessential Ireland — heart-pounding mountain roads, dramatic cliff and coastal views, golden crescent beaches, exotic ga… Read More
2019-08-15 14:00
Decanting Dublin
Dublin is for decanting the good life — walking, shopping, eating, drinking — and learning. It offers a pleasant walk on cobblestone pedestria… Read More
2019-08-08 14:00
Dabbling with Dublin 1
As they say in Rome, when in Dublin do as the Dubliners do. That means walk, shop, eat and drink. Dublin offers pleasant walks on pedestrian streets and a college c… Read More
2019-08-04 16:00
Verdant Victoria Map
This map shows the walking and driving routes we used to explore Verdant Victoria itineraries below. There is a meaning behind the colours of the icons: dark red is a… Read More
2019-08-01 14:00
Dublin Map 1
Dabbling with Dublin is our next exciting post (coming soon) that describes the sights on the Map 1 route between Christ Church Cathedral and Trinity College to Merrion Squar… Read More
2019-07-28 17:59
The Day Lily Farm
Day lilies spread out in all directions. They come in many shades of red, orange and purple. Some have two colours.
We drove 30 minutes west of Ottawa on Highways… Read More
2019-07-25 14:00
Doubling Down in Derry
Derry is a large city with a compact tourist area surrounded by the only walled city in Ireland and the last one to be built in Europe. It is also the place to con… Read More
2019-07-18 14:00
Ambling the Antrim Coast
Today did not start well. As it was cloudy and 30% chance of rain, we drove from Ramelton to see Derry. But there was a roadblock. Our offline Maps.me could not… Read More
2019-07-11 14:00
Beachcombing in Ramelton
Today we explore the coastal areas north of the town of Ramelton. This tour is a series of inland roads with side trips to coastal cliffs, arches and beaches. Yo… Read More
2019-07-04 14:00
Rambling to Ramelton
Today’s route goes from Donegal through back roads to Ramelton close to Northern Ireland. It is day 31 of our remarkable 36-day odyssey to Ireland.
Maghery… Read More
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