When I first contacted Pawo Choyning Dorji about two months ago, “Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom” - his directorial debut had been shortlisted for the Best International Feature in the 94th Academy Awards. He told me he did not expect the film could go this far to the Oscars. But, sometimes the most unexpected thing happens when you least expect it. Lunana was not only on the shortlist, it successfully made it through to the top five … [Read more...]
Prague is Great in the Springtime!
I recall visiting Europe for the first time; my brother and I had both recently graduated high school and we backpacked across part of the continent for about 6 weeks. We spent all our time in western Europe, enjoying life, trying to live as cheaply as possible, and aside from worrying about money and normal logistics, our travels were highly enjoyable. I remember meeting other young travelers who spoke highly of Prague and the Czech Republic … [Read more...]
Top Romantic Destinations in Italy for Couples
Italy boasts charm beyond belief that has to be witnessed firsthand at least once in a lifetime. And what better way is there to explore a destination other than visiting it with a loved one? Spectacular wherever you look, Italy houses some undoubtedly romantic settings to uncover; thus, here are six of the most romantic destinations for a couple’s trip to Italy. Verona Verona is without a doubt one of the most romantic Italian cities. The … [Read more...]
Landing in Paro, One of the World’s Most Dangerous Airports – Interview with Chhimi Dorji, Captain of Drukair
Q. Landing in Paro airport is different and way more challenging than landing in other airports due to the location of the airport in a valley surrounded by towering mountains, making it one of the most dangerous airports for landing in the world. What are the take-off and landing procedures? Indeed, flying in and out of the Paro Airport is such a thrill for pilots. I would term it as one of the most "demanding" as it requires the highest … [Read more...]
Virginia Chan, Founder of Humid with a Chance of Fishballs
Q. You moved from Vancouver to Hong Kong in 2012 to join the corporate world. Vancouver is also known as “city of neighborhoods” with a sizable portion of Hong Kong immigrants. What do you see the similarities and differences between both cities in terms of culture, people and of course, local food? In terms of culture - I think Hong Kong tends to lean towards workaholic culture. Time is money, and everything runs at a faster pace here. If … [Read more...]
World Travel: How to Start the Ultimate Adventure
If you are keen on adventure, seeing the world, and having unmatched experiences, then you can’t do better than a round the world flight (RTW) ticket. Sometimes referred to as a multi-destination ticket, round the world tickets provide fantastic value and a world of travel possibilities. Check out how you can start the ultimate adventure below: What is a round the world ticket? Many airlines are part of alliances and work together to … [Read more...]
Tucked Away Travel Destinations for When You Need an Escape
For many of us, the thought of getting as far away as possible from everyone and everything sounds like utter bliss. If you are looking for tucked-away travel destinations, keep reading for inspiration to fuel your wanderlust. When you need an escape away from the crowds, we are confident that one of these will be just the ticket. Storm watching in Tofino Tofino is a quaint fishing village on the west coast of Vancouver Island with a … [Read more...]
Launch of new Travel Company: GeoCultura
GeoCultura is pleased to announce the launch of our new travel company with a range of unique tours that focus on geology and culture and the links between the two. Our tours are an exciting new take on the traditional 'geology field trip' and combine the awe-inspiring scenery of important geological sites with the best that local culture and hospitality have to offer. They will appeal to the educated and the curious – people who wish to … [Read more...]
A Complete Guide To Getting The Train From Madrid To Seville
Travelling around Spain is an incredible experience, made better by the quality of the Spanish train network, particularly the Spain high speed rail service. The network makes visiting multiple cities and towns across Spain a breeze, with large stations, comfortable trains and quick connection and travel times. Given the ease of train travel in Spain, and the variation between Spanish cities, we wanted to travel from Madrid to Seville via train, … [Read more...]
Croatia Travel Tips that will Help First-Time Vacationers
It is safe to say that Croatia is a rising star in Europe. The country is remarkable to say the least and it consists of over 1244 islands. You also have wild boars and even bears in the forests with more world-class vineyards than you can count. If you want to make sure that you hit the ground running when it comes to this very diverse nation, then you can find some top travel tips right here. Be Picky It’s so very important that you avoid … [Read more...]
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