Spending my birthday on a plane, entering Tonga and visiting its main sites on the trip Pacifying the Pacific. Country 171 To get from Tuvalu to Tonga I had to spend a full day traveling. First I flew to Suva, then Nadi and finally caught a flight to Tonga. This happened to be my birthday … Continue reading Tonga
A review of the Sabean International Hotel in Aksum, Ethiopia the trip Horn of Africa Tour. Highlights Close to UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Onsite restaurant. Meeting and conference facilities. Tours available. Background The city of Aksum (or Axum) has been one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites since 1980. It has also been a world trading … Continue reading Experience: Sabean International Hotel, Aksum, Ethiopia
A review of the Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa in San Anton, Malta the trip A Long Malta Weekend. Highlights Elegant rooms and interiors. One of the country’s best spa facilities. Gorgeous outdoor pool area. Central location on the island close to the President’s Palace and botanical gardens. Wide variety of fine and casual dining. … Continue reading Experience: Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa, Malta
Exploring some top sights of Madagascar in 5 days including Antananarivo, Nosy Be, and Andasibe on the South of Africa Tour where I visit 13 new countries. Madagascar evokes images of dancing lemurs and entertaining animals mostly from the popular movies of the same name. The world’s fourth largest island does have a unique selection … Continue reading Wild Madagascar
A review of the Aria Hotel Prague in Czech Republic on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Historic property with Baroque garden. Uniquely music themed hotel. Central Location. Rooftop terrace restaurant with great views. Wonderful staff. Experience The Aria Hotel is a destination in itself for music lovers. The 5-star hotel was once a … Continue reading Experience: Aria Hotel Prague, Czech Republic
A review of the Regent Warsaw Hotel in Poland on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Luxurious rooms and facilities. Excellent service and staff. Near Old Warsaw and the Royal Gardens of Lazienki Park. Fitness and spa center. Experience The Regent Warsaw Hotel is a modern structure of steel, glass, and slate built in … Continue reading Experience: Regent Warsaw Hotel
A review of the Ca’Sagredo in Venice, Italy on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Stay in a National Monument. Opulent rooms with canal views. Exquisit saloons and restaurant spaces. Museums located within the hotel. Experience The Ca’Sagredo has had several nominations such as the Condè Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Award: “ranked 19th among … Continue reading Experience: The Ca’Sagredo, Venice
A review of the Hotel Luxe in Split, Croatia on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Trendy boutique design Modern rooms with sea views. Friendly staff. Centrally located near attractions and sightseeing. Experience The 4 star Hotel Luxe has been a labor of love for owners Mr. and Mrs. Parčina. The boutique hotel now … Continue reading Experience: Hotel Luxe, Split
The top 5 sights of Doha, Qatar easily seen on a layover on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Doha has become a very popular layover point with Qatar Airways connecting cities around the world. A long layover is the perfect chance to visit some of the cities top sights. Here are my top five … Continue reading Top 5 Sights of Doha on a Layover
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria Continuing the trip from Marrakech to Fez by train. Visiting the Mellah, Ibn Danan Synagogue, Dar el-Makhzen, Karaouine Mosque and University, Al-Attarine Madrasa, Nejjarine Museum, Chouwara Tanneries, Merenid Tombs, Borj Nord, and staying at two different riad accommodations. To get to Fez, we were recommended … Continue reading Fez