Taiwan has everything you could wish for - great food, well connected, clean cities and some of the greatest mountain scenery on its east coast. I spent two weeks travelling, hiking and cycling around this lush island.
The author shares travel tips and experiences in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, highlighting the convenience of ADO buses, how to get to Mayan ruins, and the challenge of finding good vegetarian food. While enjoying attractions like Tulum and Uxmal, they express…
Malta, a small island nation, offers a mix of historical sights and natural beauty. Driving is recommended, though public transport is good; renting a small car is advisable due to narrow streets. Highlights include Neolithic sites, catacombs, and stunning beaches.…
Egypt's tourism has struggled since the revolution, leading to increased desperation from vendors. The writer found Egypt affordable and experienced pushy sales tactics and scams. They visited Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor, and notable sites like the Pyramids and Valley…
The south of India would be a whole new experience for me: gone with the dusty north I've seen before and in with the tropical greens, colourful curries and vibrant wildlife.
Visiting Lebanon has been one of the most eye opening experiences of my life. My first experience of the middle east gave me Roman ruins, crusaders, biblical sites and the best hummus I've ever tasted.
Welcome to Rome Rome has more UNESCO sites than any other city in the world. There seems to be one around every corner. But beyond that, the city has bustling Piazzas, fountains and more places to buy a coffee than…
Traveling to Jordan provides much more than the magnificent Petra. The country offers a wealth of experiences, from historical Biblical sites and Roman ruins to the vibrant underwater world of Aqaba and the stark beauty of Wadi Rum. Driving is…
First impressions can be deceiving… On the surface of it, Sofia could be deemed a bit run down; long streets filled with nothing much to see, graffiti and smog hanging above the city. But take a little time and pay…
Why go? Myanmar, in my opinion, is the most diverse and interesting country in South East Asia. It felt like the meeting point of Indian, Chinese and South East Asian cultures; from the food to the people, it was a…
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