There’s no place like home. Dorothy’s famous words in the Wizard of Oz have a bit to do with the title of this post. While Norway is not technically my home, it sure feels like it. It’s hard to believe that just a few months ago I was braving the beautiful snowy weather of Lillehammer, Norefjell and Oslo. As scenic [...]
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Off the Grid Beaches in Thailand
This post is written by Global Basecamps. Thailand has it all: ancient ruins, holy temples, elephant rides, world-class parties, and so help me Buddha, the very best, cheapest street food I have ever tasted. There is one other thing you will encounter while touring here though: other tourists. Tons of them. When we travel, many of us want to feel [...]
Top 5 Most Singular Villages in Sardinia
This is a guest post from Silvia Pe of Charming Sardinia and Charming Italy. Who doesn’t know Sardinia, its white beaches and crystal sea? Obviously, the Sardinian coasts are the most famous aspect of the Island but there are a lot of ways to enjoy the second largest Island of Mediterranean sea. That being said, if you are looking for [...]
Hawaii for the Newby Islander
Hawaii has always been on my “must-visit” list. While the tropical state is part of the US, the exotic elements of the island make it seem much farther away. I’ve come up with a list of things to do for the first time traveler to Hawaii (myself included). Unsure of where to stay? Try one of these Waikiki hotels. Learn to [...]
Foodie Guide to Hawaii
This post is written by Heather M. on behalf of Aqua Resorts. For a long time, I eschewed Hawaiian cuisine. Years of ill-fated attempts to enjoy the gravy-laden plates of rice and Spam in the Hawaiian restaurants of the mainland had taught me that the cuisine of the islands was greasy, flavorless and uninspired. But, as a budding foodie, I’ve learned [...]
Going Tropical in Galvevston
A common theme throughout my weekend in Galveston Island was the amount of exotic birds commonly seen throughout the area. Living in New York, this was exceptionally exciting for me and one of the highlights of my trip. Although I’m not a birding fanatic by any means, I certainly adore watching them fly and with over 300 species of birds [...]
