A collection of 360° photos taken from the railway bridge across Pasak Jolasid lake in Lopburi.
Visit the Red Lotus Lake in Udon Thani
One of the highlights of visiting Udon Thani province in northeastern Thailand is the so-called “Red Lotus Sea” or Talay Bua Daeng (ทะเลบัวแดง) in Thai. Really it is a lake and not a sea. Also, they are pink water-lilies and not red lotuses. But, regardless of these small details, it is an amazing sight that […]
360° Photos of the Flower Festival at King Rama IX Park
One of the most beautiful flower festivals in Thailand is the annual Suan Luang Rama IX Flowers Festival which will be taking place again this year from 1st-10th December. Held for around ten days when the cool season hits the city, the festival is a part of the celebrations celebrating His Majesty the Late King […]
Three Day Phimai Festival Trip
This week, I went on a 3-day trip to Nakhon Ratchasima province in Northeastern Thailand for the annual Phimai Festival and boat races. Date of trip: 9-11 November 2018 Lunch at KP Steak House in Pak Chong District of Nakhon Ratchasima. Map: https://goo.gl/maps/AAuRTRA6bB22 Wat Sala Loi in Khorat was built by the Thai heroine Thao […]
Emergency Porchetta, Canelli, Italy
The emergency porchetta was my favorite part of the trip. That is a strange thing to say for a lot of reasons. For one, I don’t know if the concept of emergency porchetta is widely known. A Google search for the term reveals four results, the most salient of which is someone looking for cooking […]
When Online Harassment Shows Up on Your Doorstep
The letter arrived at my house at the end of October in a plain white envelope with no return address. My name – or some approximation of it (“Depruiter” it reads, because, in the words of my beloved, “The person who addressed it is an idiot”) has been printed out on a label and affixed […]
Thoughts on the Realities of Travelling as a Couple
I can imagine that to a lot of people, travelling long-term with your significant other is a daunting thought… How will we function spending 24/7 together? Will I be able to have my own space? What if we want to do different things? The whole concept can seem very overwhelming but it really shouldn’t be […]
Quick Facts on Trekking Everest Base Camp
Have you ever wondered how long it takes to get to the Everest Base Camp? Or, who the first person was to take an Everest base camp trek? This article will answer those and many other questions. Trekking in Nepal to reach Everest Base Camp is an adventure of a lifetime. You can explore the mountains […]
Stargazing Destinations in India That Will Leave You Awestruck
The thought of universe’s vastness is definitely something that leaves one humbled. The stars are a reminder of the millions of lives that have been spent on a speck of dust hanging on a sunbeam as described by Carl Sagan. This sometimes adds a melancholic tinge to one’s thoughts when witnessing the immense beauty of […]
Bua Tong Wildflower Fields in Mae Hong Son
One of Thailand’s most amazing natural sights, the Dok Bua Tong – or wild sunflower – in bloom, can be sen on the hills and in the valleys of Mae Hong Son in Northern Thailand from early November for about one month. The Bua Tong flowers are yellow to orange in colour and have smaller size than the typical sunflower. […]
What Living in Hamburg, Germany is Really Like
Hey guys! Welcome to American Expats, a series that shows you what expat life is like in cities around the world. Next up we have our first Germany-based expat — Jordan! Jordan has been living in Hamburg, Germany, for almost two years. Here, she talks about local German beers, the hip warehouse district, and how everything is closed […]
My Guide to Spending 48 Hours in San Francisco
Whether you are in San Francisco for a standalone visit or are perhaps there as part of a wider road trip, there has never been a better time to visit this iconic city. From Alcatraz and the painted ladies to the twisting angles of Lombard Street and everything in-between, San Francisco has everything for everyone and is one of […]
These are the World’s Best Wildlife Holidays for Nature Photographers
I read somewhere that BBC wildlife documentary series Planet Earth was so popular in China that the country’s combined streaming activities slowed the internet when it aired. An exaggeration perhaps, but totally believable. The programme’s epic photography and captivating commentary have brought the topic of conservation to the forefront of the conversation in our living […]
Black Friday Travel Deals and Tips to Find the Best Black Friday Bargains in 2018
Love it or hate it, Black Friday has fixed itself firmly on the calendar of the UK’s savvy spenders. Looking for a bargain? These best Black Friday travel deals shouldn’t be missed. Once reserved for serial shopaholics the event has expanded to all areas of commerce, including travel, and if you’re prepared to embrace the […]
Fail Safe Christmas Gifts for the Travel Lover in Your Life
Christmas is just around the corner and so I’ve started the always challenging task of finding thoughtful presents for my friends and family. It can be tough to know where to start when searching online, this year I’ve been searching online to come up with ideas. My plan is to find items that I like the […]