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
Tairona Inca: Colombia and Peru in 2 Weeks Day 5: Arriving in and spending a day discovering the sights of Bogota, Colombia. From Santa Marta, I had a direct flight to Bogota. El Dorado International Airport is still under construction and you can see the ruins of the old airport as you walk through the … Continue reading Bogota in a Day
Tairona Inca: Colombia and Peru in 2 Weeks Day 2 Touring the main sights of Cartagena by day and exploring Boca Grande by night. The first day of 2014 and I was about to explore Cartagena, Colombia. The fifth largest city in Colombia was founded in 1533, but had early settlements from 4000 BC. The … Continue reading Cartagena in a Day
Four Countries in 2 Weeks: Turkey, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and India India Day 9 and 10 – Arriving in Jaisalmer and staying at the magnificent Suryagarh with a show and dinner in the garden on the first night. Visiting the main sites of Jaisalmer, including Jaisalmer Fort, Bada Bagh, and Lodurva jain temple, followed by a … Continue reading Jaisalmer The Golden City
Four Countries in 2 Weeks: Turkey, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and India India Day 6 – A day of sightseeing in Jaipur with an elephant ride at Amer Fort, photo ops at Jal Mahal, and a hilarious guide at the City Palace of Jaipur. A long drive to Udaipur concludes the day. With another morning of touring … Continue reading Jaipur The Pink City
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
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama My experience at Manrey Group Hotel during an overnight in Panama City. Highlights Modern, trendy design and concept hotel. Excellent central location in the heart of Panama’s nightlife. Rooftop pool is a draw during the day and at night. Experience After seeing the canal, … Continue reading The Manrey Group Hotel is a Trendy Nightlife Hotspot
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama Day 5: Exploring Manuel Antonio, going through San Jose then taking a bus to and getting stuck at Paso Canoas the border town in the middle of the night. Day’s Itinerary We were up at 8 a.m. and got ready for the day. The … Continue reading Beautiful Manuel Antonio to Awful Paso Canoas
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama Day 1: Arriving in country 47, Nicaragua and sightseeing in Managua and Leon before driving and spending the night in San Juan del Sur! Day’s Itinerary Our 5 am United departure to Managua with a transfer in Houston already guaranteed a tiring start to … Continue reading Capitals of Nicaragua, Managua and Leon
March On, Bahamaland! Country 46 on my world tour is The Bahamas. A short 4 day weekend getaway will allow me to explore two of the Bahamas islands and several destinations! The Bahamas’ national anthem “March On, Bahamaland” embodies the spirit of growth and development. This is accurate as the country is one of the … Continue reading March On, Bahamaland! The Bahamas