Category: Beyond Africa

Review: Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park

Our introduction to Bangkok was a gentle one. Following a long journey from Johannesburg via Beijing, we arrived around midday in the City of Angels. A taxi took us directly to the Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park and we were welcomed into its luxurious confines by the friendly staff. Although the Concierge Desk is on […]

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Somerset Park Suanplu Bangkok - A home away from home

Somerset Park Suanplu Bangkok Review Bangkok is a vibrant, bustling city, and a vast, sprawling metropolis. It has an infectious energy that draws one in. There is so much to do here that I’d recommend staying for at least a week. However, where you stay in Bangkok has a huge impact on your experience there. […]

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Travellers’ Tales – Meet Valerie from Maple Leopard

Travellers’ Tales – Meet Valerie from Maple Leopard I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give my readers and other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Valerie, a travel blogger based in Seattle, USA. She blogs at Maple Leopard. I would love to hear about your travels too. […]

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10 Useful Disney Tips to get the most out of your Disney Vacation

Here are 10 Disney Tips to get the most out of your Disney Vacation All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them. The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. It's kind of fun to do the impossible. Walt Disney A Disney vacation is on almost […]

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Fall in love with Venice

Fall in love with Venice Although our visit to Venice coincided with a much-hyped celebrity wedding there, we didn't get to see it… or the happy couple. However, Venice didn't need Hollywood stars or anyone else to lend it any stardust - it had enough magic of its own. In accordance with the title La […]

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Travellers’ Tales – Meet Carol from Wayfaring Views

I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section earlier this year, to give my readers and other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. I’ve published 32 fascinating interviews thus far and plan to continue doing this in the future too. I love reading about other’s travel tales and hope you do too. Today I would like to introduce […]

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15 things I hate about hotels

15 things I hate about hotels Ok, maybe hate is too strong a word but here are 15 things that really irk me about hotels. Don’t get  me wrong. I love hotels and would probably stay in them all the time if I could but there are certain basics that I wish every hotel would […]

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My Reverse Bucket List

Have you ever heard of a reverse bucket list ? A reverse bucket list is a great way to express gratitude and appreciation for the opportunities you've had, and staying at home during lockdown and quarantine around the world is a great time to reflect on the things you've done already. Please do tag me […]

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Travellers' Tales - Meet Barbara from Jet-Settera

I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Barbara, a travel blogger based in London. She blogs at Jet-Settera . I would love to hear about your travels too. Go to “Travellers’ Tales” , fill in the quick questionnaire and email it […]

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Travellers’ Tales – Meet Fray from “Packing The Write Way”

I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give my readers and other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Fray, a travel blogger. Fray is the first male blogger I am featuring (after 27 females / female-male duos) and he’s had some amazing experiences. Visit his blog at “ […]

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Travellers’ Tales – Meet Kristina from “I Left Home”

Meet Kristina from “I Left Home” I created the “Travellers’ Tales” series earlier this year to give my readers and other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Kristina, a travel blogger and enthusiastic diver, currently based in Thailand. She blogs at I Left Home . I would love […]

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Travellers’ Tales – Meet Joanna from The World In My Pocket

I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give my readers and other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Joanna Roua, a travel blogger and traveller from Romania, but currently living in the United Kingdom. Visit her blog at The World In My Pocket. I would love to hear […]

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Ancient Olympics - Tracing Olympic history in Olympia

Ancient Olympics - Tracing Olympic history in Olympia The Olympics remain the most compelling search for excellence that exists in sport, and maybe in life itself." Dawn Fraser Did you know that… …the Olympic Games were named after the ancient Greek city of Olympia? …the only event initially was a race of about 190m …the […]

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8 Things to do in Istanbul for a first-time visitor

8 Things to do in Istanbul "If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul." Alphonse de Lamartine Istanbul is the city where Europe and Asia meet. It straddles two continents and on another level it straddles the ancient and modern worlds too.  Every building has its own story and […]

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Meet Cynthia Lee from Every Footstep an Adventure

Meet Cynthia Lee from Every Footstep an Adventure I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section earlier this year to give my readers and other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Cynthia Lee , a travel blogger based in Canada. She blogs at “Every Footstep an Adventure” . I would love […]

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