The Kumaon Village Gadholi, Kasar Devi, Binsar Road, Almora, India Originally intended as a private estate, this parcel of land in the Indian Himalayas would have been quite simply too stunning not to share. Sri Lankan architects Pradeep Kodikara and Jineshi Samaraweera, disciples of the modernist master Geoffrey Bawa, have … Read More
Most likely one of the prettiest major airports I have been to. A beautiful design and extremely efficient. The first time I landed here, I could not wait to come back. And upon returning, it was a pleasure to spend a bit of extra time. Modern and warm inside. It … Read More
Cultural Serenity Animals In Natural Habitat — And Real Sophistication One of the high points of travel to Botswana is seeing animals in their natural habitat, be that the Rhino Trail, Nata Bird Sanctuary, Moremi Gorge, Chief’s Island, or Krokavango Crocodile Farm. Despite its natural beauty, though, Botswana offers a … Read More
Surf and Safari Back to Nature South Africa has something for everyone, from cool, cosmopolitan Cape Town and the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek wine regions to epic game drives and life-changing moments witnessing “big five” wildlife in Kruger National Park. Visas: U.S. citizen visitors to South Africa for stays of up … Read More
Say It’s Amazing A Coral And White Sand Paradise Each island of the Seychelles is actually fairly different, so many vacations here involve a 2-3 stop context. Mahe is the main island, but Bird Island, Cousine Island, and Fregate Island all offer their own touches; for example, Cousine has some … Read More
With the Galapagos Island, Ocean Beaches the incredible Andes Mountains and deep Amazon Rainforests… Ecuador is an adventure seekers paradise. Getting to UIO Quito may be a twee bit of a challenge. This is the main gateway for getting to the rest of Ecuador. The dry season (winter) runs from … Read More
This is generally considered the main tourist destination of the Dominican Republic (DR). Located on the South Eastern part of the DR, Punta Cana, Cap Cana and La Romana does have the main concentration of resorts and hotels. But not all are the all-inclusive resorts many associate with this region. … Read More
Active Travel – A Dream For The Go-Go Traveler The second-largest of Hawaii’s islands offers something for everyone, yes, but a vacation in Maui is perhaps especially suited to the more active traveler. Snorkeling, scuba diving, hiking, surfing, helicopter touring, and sailing are all common activities. Don’t miss out on … Read More
Get “Craic”in… Celtic Capital Sets the Bar High for Good Times You’ll find great “craic”—the Irish term for fun—in Temple Bar, where music and laughter enliven plentiful pubs. Learn to pull the perfect pint at the Guinness Storehouse, or get in the spirit at the Old Jameson Distillery. For a … Read More
Castles, cliffs, and one of the world’s most dazzling coastlines await. Drive the Ring of Kerry for memorable views of mountains and sea, and experience the stony isolation of the Burren, a vast limestone plateau. Brace yourself atop the windy 700-foot Cliffs of Moher, and walk among 60-million-year-old stone columns … Read More
The Mexican Caribbean Coast South of Cancun to Punta Allen. With an upcoming trek into the region, I will be having more to offer shortly. Generally you will fly into CUN Cancún International, and from there drive or hire a transfer to your destination. There are a few limited flights … Read More
Santo Domingo is the Capitol and largest city in the Dominican Republic (DR), and the largest city on Hispanola the Island the DR shares with Haiti. There is a great deal of culture to be found in Santo Domingo, essentially the first major Spanish City in the New World. And … Read More
