Antigua and Barbuda: A weekend getaway to Antigua and Barbuda at Blue Waters and a visit to Fort James and the capital St. John. The weekend before the start of my Atlas North trip, I somehow ended up taking a spontaneous trip to Antigua. The opportunity was there and I couldn’t help but grab it. … Continue reading Antigua and Barbuda
Tairona Inca: Colombia and Peru in 2 Weeks A review of Colca Lodge Spa & Hot Spring of a one night stay with a visit to Colca Canyon. Highlights Spectacular ecological property spanning across a river with onsite natural thermal baths. Canyon views from most rooms. Fully equipped spa overlooking river. Several dining options across … Continue reading Experience: Colca Lodge Spa & Hot Springs
Four Countries in 2 Weeks: Turkey, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and India A review of The Imperial from my overnight stay in New Delhi ending my India trip! Highlights Historic property tied with Independent India. Impressive collection of antiques and original artworks. Award winning restaurants. Luxurious decorations and rooms. Experience For my single night in Delhi, I … Continue reading Experience: The Imperial New Delhi
Four Countries in 2 Weeks: Turkey, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and India India Day 7 – Touring Udaipur with a visit to the Jagdish Temple, an extensive walkthrough the City Palace and an exploration of Lake Pichola by boat. Ending the day with a long drive back to Jaipur. With plenty of places to visit in Udaipur, … Continue reading Udaipur City of Lakes
Four Countries in 2 Weeks: Turkey, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and India Day 4 – Going from Paro to Thimphu to Wangdue with stops at Rinpung Dzong, Iron Chain Bridge, Three Stupas, Dochula Pass, Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, the National Post Office, and an archery competition. Then checking out the nightlife of Bhutan! Waking up at 5 … Continue reading Paro to Thimphu to Wangdue Bhutan
Burmese Days and Indo Nights – Indonesia and Myanmar An experience and review of The Strand Hotel for a single night during our stay in Yangon, Myanmar. The historic hotel housed in a Victorian mansion from 1901 is set right on the Yangon River in downtown Yangon. This 5-Star property maintains its charm from when … Continue reading The Strand Hotel a Landmark in Yangon
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama Day 3: Bus travel to the Nicaraguan border and crossing into country 48, Costa Rica, at Penas Blancas. Then taking crazy drive to Arenal Volcano where we “ran into” a surprise highlight of the trip! Day Itinerary We started our day around 8 am, … Continue reading Crossing the Border at Penas Blancas into Costa Rica
Cruising for Saints in the Caribbean Day 6: A day sailing in the Caribbean on the Carnival Victory and getting familiar with the cruise concept. Carnival Victory My first day waking up to the gentle sway of the ship was also our first and only full day on the cruise as we made our way … Continue reading Cabin Fever Aboard the Carnival Victory
Cruising for Saints in the Caribbean Our objective today was to head east and explore the largest and most visited National Forest in Puerto Rico, El Yunque, then stop by a beach and having a fancy dinner in Old San Juan. Our group slowly emerged from our rooms and had breakfast at the hotel. We … Continue reading Tropical Showers in El Yunque National Forest
Paradise Found in the Indian Ocean: Day 7 The sun is smiling on us for our last day at Kurumba. This is the Maldives experience. Snorkeling and sunbathing, before catching an evening flight to Colombo and arriving in Bangkok the next morning. We were very lucky to find that the storm has passed overnight and … Continue reading Sun, Sea, and Kurumba, the Quintessential Maldives Experience