The North Island of New Zealand is one of the most popular spots in the Southern Hemisphere, with many people flying in each year to experience the easy marriage of Maori culture and European history, the lush scenery, and the delicious wines. Of course, as with any tourist center, accommodation can be expensive. But it […]
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Thailand’s Our Jungle House invites travelers to escape the hustle and bustle of the big cities and get back to nature. The setting of this eco-friendly accommodation could not be more idyllic. The resort is set on 25 acres of private rainforest near Khao Sok National Park. These parklands, majestic with their limestone peaks, are […]
When most people think of vacationing in Thailand they imagine shopping up a storm in Bangkok or lazing by the beach in Koh Samui. But the Asian country also has a rich history just waiting to be explored. The best place for history buffs to discover is Kanchanaburi Province, home to the famous River Kwai. […]
The wonderful wineries of Australia and New Zealand are a must see for any tourist traveling to the Southern Hemisphere. Most tourists will want to take a bottle or two home as a souvenir of their stay, but it can be confusing to know how to transport this precious cargo. By following these simple tips, […]
When most of us think about stripping on vacation, we imagine spending days on the beaches of Spain or Brazil. But these countries definitely don’t have the market cornered, with resorts all over Australia catering for holiday makers who dare to bare all. If it’s a beachside vacation you had in mind, consider Taylorwood Resort […]
Australia has a reputation as a dangerous destination, with creepy crawlies and biting monsters around every corner. But you needn’t worry about the snakes, spiders, sharks and other nasties Down Under if you follow some simple advice. Australia is home to the ten deadliest snakes in the world, including the fierce snake, commonbrown, and taipan. […]
Vietnam’s capital city, Hanoi, is a rich shopping mecca, offering opportunities for luxury lovers and bargain hunters alike. Known as the Paris of the Orient, this Vietnamese city specializes in fashions and homewares. The Old Quarter is the hub of Hanoi’s shopping district with its modern malls and traditional markets. If your time is limited […]
A hangi is a traditional meal enjoyed in the island nations of New Zealand and the South Pacific. In Samoa it is called umu, and in Fiji it’s known as lovo. Hangi refers both to the food eaten, the method it is cooked, and the underground oven it’s cooked in. At a hangi, different meats […]
Seasoned anglers and casual fishermen should make sure they pack a rod and reel when traveling to New Zealand. With abundant coastline and countless lakes and rivers inland, it’s always easy to find a private place to cast off. Stud farms and hatcheries replenish the fish in New Zealand’s waterways, so there is plenty of […]
With so much of the Pacific now transformed by tourism, the unspoiled wonder of Yap in Micronesia is even more enticing. This is the kind of place which gives us a glimpse into what all of the Pacific must have been like centuries ago. The locals don loincloths and hibiscus skirts. They build their houses […]
