A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
During the holidays, dazzling Christmas lights transform the St. Louis area into a winter wonderland. From major commercial displays to charming neighborhood decorations, there are plenty of spots to experience the festive spirit. Below are some of the best locations to enjoy breathtaking holiday lights in the St. Louis region.
Want to see a concert or show in St. Louis? No problem. The Gateway City’s live music scene is going strong. From entertainment districts like Washington Avenue and the Delmar Loop to urban neighborhoods like Grand Center and Soulard, there’s a music venue to suit every taste. Whether you’re in the mood for jazz, blues, hip-hop or rock, St. Louis has a place for you.
Bikaner may be known for its camel safaris and impressive fort in the state of Rajasthan, but it is its unique temple in the town of Deshnok that attracted us to the area. The Karni Mata Rat Temple just may be the freakiest attraction we’ve ever been to.
Plovdiv, Bulgaria is a historical treasure-trove, with some claiming it is the oldest city in Europe.
It was something I avoided for years. My optometrist always told me I was a candidate for Lasik eye surgery, but I was never quite sold on the idea.
One of the most remarkable places to visit in Myanmar is the legendary Kyaiktiyo Pagoda. Located in Kyaiktiyo, just a few hours east of Yangon, the Golden Rock is an extraordinary marvel seemingly balancing off the side of a mountain.
“I can’t float.” That’s the first thing Dave said when he entered the Dead Sea in Jordan. It’s a fact, and I am envious of Dave because he can always lay back in a pool, relax, and enjoy floating on the top of the water with very little effort. Unless I constantly tread water, wave my hands, or kick my feet, I cannot float. The minute I stop moving, I sink.
As we embarked on our journey down a remote and bumpy road in the desert of Jordan, our destination was the renownedFeynan Eco Lodge, which has been celebrated as one of the foremost eco-lodges in the world by National Geographic Traveler. Nestled in a tranquil valley of Wadi Feynan, this resort stands out as a distinctive destination in the country.
Up until a short time ago, I had never heard of Wadi Rum. It wasn’t until travel bloggerGary Ardntmentioned it in one of his posts a year ago that I was introduced to it.
Walking Amman was a magical experience. People were friendly and welcoming as we visited the King Abdullah Mosque and various street vendors throughout the city.
Imagine this… You’ve booked your flight and are on your way to the airport. Everything seems fine until you get there and suddenly something goes completely wrong. You’ve just done something you shouldn’t do in an airport, and you end up stuck in that little room trying to explain what just happened.
There is a lot to say about Morocco, the guidebooks do a good job of filling you in on how to get there, where to stay, what to eat and see, and generally most of what they tell you is true. However, what they don’t stress enough is how easy it is to be scammed in Morocco, especially by the carpet sellers of Fes.
Whether on an adventure or luxurious Morocco holiday, here are five things that you simply must see in Morocco.
Whether you are a photographer or not, you will recognize the work of Steve McCurry.
Social media is REAL. It’s life. And Facebook is the ultimate platform to be yourself and brand yourself to show the world the real you. Moreover, don’t just link to your latest blog posts; you should share your thoughts, experiences, and insights. Show them you’re a real person by posting plenty of photos and engaging updates, and ask questions about your passions or interests, both related to travel and not.
Vang Vieng in Laos is one of those places that you hear mixed reviews about. However, cycling through Vang Vieng’s countryside offers a different perspective.
There’s no doubt about it. The star attraction of Winterlude in Ottawa, Canada is the Crystal Garden, filled with massive ice sculptures on display.
Dave and I have been running a travel blog for a long time now and we travel frequently. Sometimes, it feels like we travel too much!
By the time we got to Lake Nakuru during our Kenya Safari, we were itching to see some really big wildlife.We had seen a lot of elephants at Amboseli National Park, but we had yet to see any other of the Big 5 – save for some buffalo up in the distance.
We knew that our visit with the Maasai People (Masai People) of Selenkay Conservancy in Kenya was going to be a cultural experience, but we had no idea how special it was going to be.