Don’t think you can complete a relaxing, Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip and return in one day? Well you can – by train, automobile and boat. We were visiting Rome but wanted to see some of the other must see places in Italy, without the hassle of changing hotels. So we reviewed day trips from Rome, Italy and found a fantastic Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip with a bit of a twist! You can go by high speed … Read More
Imagine colonial era Britain at the luxurious Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Penang Malaysia. A review of the Eastern and Oriental Hotel and what to do in 3 days in Penang. At the height of the British Empire, it was said “the sun never sets on the British Empire,” due to the extensive reach of Britain’s empire, leaving at least one part of its territory always in daylight.. Having established colonies and trade routes which spanned the globe, British culture … Read More
Attending festivals in Bhutan might just be the most stirring cultural event you will see. See the mask dance of Bhutan, full of color, outrageous masks and costumes and evocative music. Watching these spellbinding mask festivals is an experience you will never forget. Furthermore, for us, it was the highlight of our trip to Bhutan. To be honest, I cannot think of a cultural event that compares to the opportunity of attending a festival and seeing the famous mask dances … Read More
Halong Bay is one of those iconic places. You see lots of photos and it makes lots of ‘must do’ or ‘must see’ travel lists. But does it live up to the hype? Is it worth going to? Well, we set off to find out, and what better way to do our research than with a Halong Bay cruise? It’s not an easy place to get to as it is not close to a major city. Hanoi is the closest … Read More
No matter what your interests you won’t be disappointed in Hoi An, a town full of fantastic delights just waiting for you: shopping, history and culture, relaxing at the spa, and of course food. Hoi An has it all. Shopping in Hoi An What to do in Hoi An first? Let’s start with the shopping as Hoi An is a shopper’s paradise specializing in custom made everything. If you want a pair of shoes, jewelry, clothes (dresses, suits, shirts) for … Read More
Eggplant claypot is a great little Vietnamese eggplant dish which is easy to make. Full of classic Vietnamese flavors it’s healthy too. We will share with you everything you need to know about this Vietnamese Eggplant Claypot Recipe. It’s an easy dish to prepare and you do not need a claypot to make it! Cycling around the dramatic crags of Ninh Binh in northern Vietnam is like being in “Halong Bay on Land”. Indeed, that is how many people describe … Read More