Posted on September 5, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Bolivia, Jordan, Lanzarote, Madagascar, Travel Lists, Turkey

Eerie, dramatic and enigmatic: certain landscapes on Earth can be so unworldly, they’re reminscent of scenes from outer space. Many of these hotspots have been sculpted by the hands of Mother Nature, moulded into intriguing destinations that have captivated the imagination of modern-day travelers. While space travel still seems to …
Posted on February 1, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Europe, Greece, Italy, Lanzarote, Portugal, Recommendations, Short Getaways, Spain, Uncategorized

I’m dipping my toes in crystal clear waters while my hair gets powdered up with fine sand. I’m in Europe – no castles or cathedrals, just enjoying the sun on a slice of paradise. Whether it’s a secluded bay with emerald surfs slamming on sandstone cliffs, or wide stretches of golden …
Posted on January 30, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Culture, Lanzarote, Short Getaways, Spain

As I spend the week traversing volcanic paths and soaking up some sun at Los Zocos Resort, on the island of Lanzarote, fellow travel author Nick Ball has offered to share some background on Lanzarote’s entangled past. Nick is proud to call Lanzarote home and is the author of Lanzarote Guidebook, a free …
Posted on January 27, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Culture, Hotel Reviews, Lanzarote, Romantic escapades, Short Getaways, Spain

I woke up this morning with the view of a looming volcano ahead. We are at Los Zocos Club Resort the Spanish island of Lanzarote. Although we’re not on the seafront, our balcony opens up to a view of the estate’s pool and a towering volcano in the background. Not bad at all. …