Norway is the most mountainous, most scenic, and most prosperous of all the Scandinavian countries. While Oslo and Bergen are the big draws for tourists, Norway’s greatest claims to scenic fame are her deep, lush fjords. The surrounding countryside is decorated with medieval stave churches, […]
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Going the Distance with our Miles – East to West US Summer 2016
“Go See with SkyMiles. No matter what adventure is next on your list, your miles can help get your there.” from Delta SkyMiles’ Overview Page And this we did easily, when we travelled from the East to West Coast last Summer. The basic trip […]
Breathtaking Batanes
Batanes has been on my mind for years! But my plan was always shelved in place of other trips. With limited flights and select accommodations available plus tours and meals that impute the cost of sourcing gas and ingredients from Manila – A trip to […]
Tis the Sea Sun in Hawaii
My husband’s family has a penchant for Hawaii. We enjoyed a few memorable vacations there and it has always left us with a feeling of chill and contentment. Hawaii’s “hang loose ” culture commonly expressed by many with their vibrant “shaka” signs, was exactly what we wanted to […]
The Farm at San Benito
Sundays are ideal days for my husband and I to enjoy a drive. While the kids sleep until Brunch, we would sneak out for breakfast in Tagaytay or spend the day at Leisure somewhere nearby. I look forward to these “brisk dates” just to catch up […]
Weekends of Seoul Searching
My trips to Seoul have always been at ease. My first experience felt familiar right away. There was no reluctance despite hand signals or key words at times because everything is planned out to be user friendly. Airport Buses promptly drop you in central locations […]
Kyoto Marvels
I will never tire of Kyoto! Most people head to Osaka and do a side trip to this charming city but for me, it’s actually the opposite. Kyoto is the destination. Kyoto is a romantic city that depicts Japan’s rich heritage balanced with a spectacular food […]
Cape Town SA – A World of It’s Own (Day 4)
We really enjoyed spending our last day in Capetown at the Winelands! The first wines were produced in the Cape back in 1659, and since then, the country has been known for world-class vintages coaxed out of grapes, in some of the most picturesque settings […]
Cape Town SA – A World of It’s Own (Day 3)
This morning’s agenda was to check out the Pink Lady – The Mount Nelson Hotel. After walking through the palatial hallways, we waited at the sumptuous sitting room which is ideal for those popular High Tea occasions. High tea may have once been a simple […]
Capetown SA – A World of Its Own (Day 2)
On the second day, I could tell it was going to be a great morning for another round of site visits and our Cape Peninsula Tour. While I was busy checking out Table Bay Hotel, Anton explored the Marina and was happy to catch a […]
Capetown SA – A World of Its Own (Day 1)
Capetown is a great city to unwind and re-charge before I had to head back to reality. After our Amazing-Race-like pace while on Safari in Botswana, South Africa; and private concessions around Kruger National Park, it was a treat to be re-introduced back into civilization. The […]
Camp Review: Mala Mala Game Reserve, SA
Mala Mala Game Reserve MalaMala is a large privately owned game reserve neighbouring the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and shares a common border with the famed Kruger National Park. Internationally renowned and award-winning MalaMala Game Reserve in South Africa is a sprawling 13,300 hectares and […]
