Ayubowan, ‘may you have the gift of long life’, is the traditional greeting in Sri Lanka. This is a country where hospitality isn’t just a tradition, it’s a way of life. Known as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean, every smile, greeting, or shared cup of tea in Sri Lanka reflects its people’s genuine warmth. […]

It was still dark as our plane began its descent into Muscat. Below us, the inky black waters of the Gulf of Oman reflected the light of the silvery moon and the shadowy outlines of the saw-toothed Jabal Akhdar Mountains encircled the still-sleeping city. The airport was quiet, our flight the only one landing at […]

Mother nature was generous when creating the Seychelles- an idyllic archipelago of islands, scattered across the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean like a necklace of precious stones. So beautiful is this cluster of islands, that early explorers thought they’d stumbled upon the Garden of Eden. With its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine […]

From the top of the baroque Vor Frelsers Kirke I could see almost all of central Copenhagen. The 400 steps up the winding spiral staircase hadn’t seemed too demanding, not even the last 150, which wound around the outside of the bell tower. The last few steps were only just wide enough for one person […]

The Scandinavian word ‘hygge’, the concept of cosying up and getting comfortable at home, has become pretty well-known globally over the last few years. The Norwegians have the word ‘friluftsliv’, which is the philosophy of embracing outdoor activities and immersing yourself in nature. Where better place to do this than in the fjordlands. Whether visiting […]