On 19 August 2020, at 14:19, baby Aurora Wolteck was born in Dettingen Konstanz on the border between Germany and Switzerland, completely unaware of the Arctic adventure that had unfolded nine months earlier. But let us go back even further, to the day in 2009, when two young people, Nathalie and Benjamin, now 30 and 33 years old, were introduced to each other through a mutual friend while hiking near Lake Constance. It was friendship at … [Read more...]
Mike Corey, Adventure Travel YouTuber & BBC Television Host
Q. Introduce yourself to our readers. I'm Mike Corey, an Adventure Travel YouTuber and BBC Television Host, who helps people overcome their fears so they can travel the world. I have an online travel and lifestyle brand called Fearless & Far, not because I am fearless, but because I've built a life around doing the things that scare me most. Sound fun? Haha I'm a recovering scaredy-cat, and spent most of my life with a phobia of public … [Read more...]
The Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip
2020 has been about as disastrous a year as you could imagine from a travel perspective. Let’s be honest, even as things gradually start returning to some approximation of normality, the idea of jumping on and off planes is still not the most attractive one right now. Yet in the face of adversity comes opportunity, and one thing that many of us have been able to do this year is to explore different types of travel, perhaps taking a closer look at … [Read more...]
Why do I Travel Solo?
When I tell people I am going on a long solo trip, often eyebrows are raised followed by a barrage of questions such as: 'are you out of your mind?' - 'what are you going to do being alone in a foreign country?' - 'won’t you feel lonely?' - 'are you sure it is going to be safe for you?' and 'isn’t it weird doing things alone all the time?” The questions persist and at times I feel like in a military video game on the defensive - holding a bullet … [Read more...]
Ystad Saltsjobad, Southern Sweden – December 2020
Perfectly situated on the edge of the Baltic Ocean - this fine resort delivers excellent service - from their spa, to the Port Restaurant to well appointed rooms. The hotel is easy to get to; it is located about 45 minutes from Malmo. The nearby charming town of Ystad has plenty of things to do. In addition there are many types of agri tourism to choose from - all within an hour or two drive of the hotel - including wineries, artisans, farmers … [Read more...]
Five Gorgeous European Destinations to Visit
Tourists are searching for places away from the crowded cities. We are longing for nature, large open spaces, and, more importantly, freedom. Itineraries have changed for international travelers, and cities hardly end up on travel lists. Globe trotters are preferring places with pinewood forests and large tracts of farmland over the glitz and glamour of city life. Europe has a lot more to offer than malls or Victorian architecture. You can … [Read more...]
A Beach Paradise in less than 10 Minutes from the Mainland – Kapas Island
Less than 4 nautical miles from the shore of Marang – a sleepy fishing town on the east coast of peninsula Malaysia, lies a beautiful marine park island surrounded by stunning turquoise waters and pristine sandy beaches. The sand is powdery soft and the texture is very much cotton-like; this is how the name of this island came about – Kapas, a Malay word for cotton. The island can be reached in less than 10 minutes by a speed boat from the … [Read more...]
The Most Unique Vineyard & Winery in the World
In 2002, Oenologue, Sébastien Thépénie responded to an ad to work at a winery in French Polynesia. Wait a minute. There is vineyard and a winery in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean? The answer is yes - on the remote Rangiroa atoll, one of the world's largest coral atolls. And certainly one of the most isolated vineyards on the planet. Today Sébastien oversees the viticulture and winemaking for Domaine Vin de Tahiti. This extremely unique … [Read more...]
Celebrate Virginia Oyster Month With Virginia Beach’s Famous Lynnhaven Oysters
Virginia Beach, Va. – October 29, 2020 – While many associate November with turkey, in Virginia it’s oyster month. Virginia Beach is a particularly special place to celebrate because of its geographic location; sitting at the meeting point of the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean, the destination’s waterways are a magnet for dozens of species of fish and shellfish and home to the world renowned Lynnhaven oysters. Lynnhaven oysters are a local … [Read more...]
Experience California Concentrated in San Diego
Those dreaming of the ultimate California getaway – palm trees, pristine beaches, sunny skies, and a cool vibe – can find it all in San Diego. This quintessential California beach destination embodies the best of the Golden State in one easy and safe stop. Varied landscapes, innovative cuisine, diverse cultures and iconic attractions can all be found without spending weeks exploring the state. From laid back surfing culture and desert … [Read more...]
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