Orre Strand
You dont associate the cold Norwegian climate with beautiful beaches, but all the 60 km long coastline between Stavanger and Brusand is a walk along some of the most beautiful beaches in Scandinavia or Northern Europe. You can take the train to...
Amanpulo Hotel, Philippines.
about 250 miles from Manilla, 3 mile long Pamalican island lies in crystal clear water and warm trade winds. one of the greatest places I've stayed for sure. each bungalow is like a small house on the beach or atop the tree canopy. every bungalow...
Best massage in Istanbul
In our modern world we rush to get things done, we stress our bodies to meet deadlines and then when we do take the time to pamper ourselves our relaxation is also put on a deadline.
After experiencing AyurKi massage therapy by Figen Bico in...
Escape to your own Island
The Solomon Islands are pleasantly void of mass tourism. For those that make it here no doubt wonder why. Even better is discovering Oravae Cottage a tiny island with a quaint cottage and "penthouse" double bedroom annex. You're fed by the local...
Travel to Another Time
Just when it seemed like the Mayan Riviera had become nothing but a sea of "all-inclusive-beach-resort-hotels" you stumble upon the quaint little Mexican village of Puerto Morelo.
There are almost no huge developments, no shopping outlets, and no...
Colorful Sun Loungers
The Bodrum Peninsula in Turkey is a place for sunning yourself. Bitez is a bit quieter and smaller than the town of Bodrum, but I could tell it was still a "happening" place. I had the good fortune to be there at a quieter time, early May. The sun...
Beach holiday in the rainy season
Visiting Zanzibar during the "long rain" month of May means a few things: less tourists; lower rates; and, yeah, occasional downpours.
My friend and I were enjoying a leisurely walk down the pristine beach at Kendwa, on the north coast of...
Hike to Dois Pedros
Do you go down to the beach via ladder, or just sit on the cliff and get lulled into a trance with with rhythm of the waves? Or just come back again tomorrow? Ahhh choices.....
My Own Island
El Nido, Palawan, Philippines: A close friend of mine, a surfer dude, once told me, "You can always tell where you are in the world by the color of the ocean." In the Philippines, the waters are a deep, aquamarine. So clear, you can see all the...
