Mumbai – known as Bombay during its golden days – is a city of extremes: upscale skyscraping apartment buildings stand side by side with sprawling slums while futuristic shopping malls tower over shabby handicraft stalls. The new Mumbai is a financial hub that is growing so rapidly old Bombay …
An explosive city of endless energy and vigor – Mumbai erupts into a cacophony of sounds, colors and smells. For the first-time visitor, its loud, chaotic characteristics scream at you in the face. And although I’ve been warned several times, the rumbles of Mumbai still catches me by surprise. I’m here in the …
In a country like Ireland – sprawled with patchworks of greenery and rural life – a driving trip would be the best way to explore its countryside and cities, and get a real taste of the country. As a relatively small nation, driving distances from one attraction/destination to the next are usually not …
Ireland’s emerald green fields and stunning rural landscapes are studded with historical castles converted into charming and lavish hotels. Among them, Ashford Castle Hotel stands out for its long and significant history, warm Irish hospitality and exclusive location by Lake Cong. I’d come to Ireland to uncover the history behind this legendary …
‘Your Wildest Adventure’ is a series featuring the most thrilling experiences from travel writers jaunting around the world. This week’s edition is a story about crossing borders in Asia, but they’re not just physical ones but psychological ones as well. Ben Colclough from the Tourdust adventure travel blog runs an adventure tour operator …
Continuing my journey through the Balkans, I crossed the border into Macedonia by land from the western end of Bulgaria. Uncovering this part of Europe was a revelation to me. Not only is it within a hop and jump from my base in Spain, the region is also largely unexplored, veering clear from …
Since I last wrote about 7 of the Best Trekking Destinations in the world, I’ve had many more trekking suggestions from readers and expert trekkers/climbers. Several of these treks are extremely challenging and clearly off the beaten path. Since part of the thrills of adventure travel comes from seeking unexplored corners of the …
As a huge fan of wildlife watching, I’ve spied on a leopard up close in the Serengeti National Park, observed a sea lion curl up before me on the Galapagos Islands and tip-toed around a snoozing koala bear in Melbourne, Australia. Being able to observe wildlife in a natural setting is a rare, …
In a few days’ time, I’ll be off to Ireland on a whirlwind media trip, starting my journey in Dublin. As the most visited city in Ireland, Dublin is packed with intriguing sights and most of all, atmospheric pubs. I’ll be spending most of my time in its old city center, where most …
As a true gem in the Balkans, Bulgaria is an eclectic mix of old meets new, vibrant churches meet grey communist-era buildings. On my recent jaunt through Turkey and the Balkans, I made my way by land from Istanbul to Plovdiv, an artsy town in Southern Bulgaria, then Sofia, its vibrant capital. I …
These days, with the explosion of social media, travel businesses are ditching their traditional marketing plan and gearing themselves towards the social platforms these days. Hundreds of travel businesses, tourist boards and airline companies have flocked to Twitter and other related sites. One good example is @EasyJet. Gone are those days of desperately …
As a photography enthusiast myself, capturing the beauty of a place is essential during my travels, especially if I have a story to go with it. Of all the striking travel destinations in the world, those ideal for photography often stand out for the natural blend of colors, nature and sunlight. Based on …
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