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Sometimes I find it hard to believe that I was born in such a magical place. I was born in a country covered in ice and snow. A country where wolves still run wild. And where you can travel for miles on end, companied with nothing but the purest of nature. Finland itself is a unique… Continue reading Go Explore the Finnish Lapland
We all love coffee, and nowhere is it more loved than in Italy, where coffee is a way of life. In Italy, you’ll find a bar (make that several) on every street, catering to people’s mid-morning, post-meal or late-afternoon coffee needs. However, unlike in most countries there’s no fanfare here, no fancy hazelnut Frappuccino with non-fat… Continue reading Milan: Where and How to Drink Coffee in This Fashionable City
By Explorer Helen Alexander | Holidays are all about treating yourself. If you’re planning to splurge while visiting the Spanish capital Madrid, then grab your euros and follow my guide to the best places to buy locally made clothes, handcrafted accessories and vintage homewares, not to mention a few stops to pick up souvenirs and snacks along… Continue reading A Savvy Guide to Shopping in Madrid, Spain
From lounging by one of London’s historic lidos to taking a dip in the sparkling waters of a picturesque Swiss lake, spend your summer holiday swimming and sunbathing at one of these stunning urban escapes.
Ever hear of a fixed-gear bike race where downing a vermouth is part of the course? Or an erotic workshop that advertises itself by promoting the prospect of drinking vermouth? Welcome to Barcelona, where the resurgence of this once old man drink has reached epic proportions. Not only can it be found in the trendiest bars,… Continue reading Barcelona’s Vermouth Craze
Dubai is a monument to excess. A glittering oasis built on the edge of the desert, it’s the home of seven star hotels, indoor ski resorts, lavish nightclubs, and a police force that get around in Lamborghinis. All of which make it the perfect backdrop to a truly debauched weekend. A Place to Call… Continue reading Do Dubai Like a Rock Star
From Siberia to Guatemala, we share 5 amazing experiences to try around the world that is well worth adding to your bucket list. Exhilarating and not your average run-of-the mill activities, these are great bucket list ideas for those up for truly great adventures that leave a genuinely, lasting impression. 1. Storm-chasing in the USA… Continue reading 5 Amazing Experiences to Add to Your Bucket List
If you’re not up for all the playful dramatics of a modern proposal, splurge on an utterly romantic and immersive experience at one of these amazing hotels. Everything is set out for you already. The amenities, the service, the setting… The only part that comes down to you, is which magical setting to pick as the… Continue reading I Do: Stunning Hotels for a Beautiful Marriage Proposal
Travellers, get your chi on! Call it superstition, but we thought we’d start the Lunar calendar right by getting expert fengshui advice, to know where are the best places for each zodiac in the Chinese Horoscope to travel to this year. Journey east? Go west? We consulted fengshui master, Master Goh Guan Leong, for some expert direction.… Continue reading Fengshui Travel Guide 2015: Top Destinations for Your Chinese Zodiac