We get out of bed, head to the kitchen with weary eyes and load up the machine with freshly ground beans, or perhaps even just load them up into a coffee maker with grinder, before waiting to be energized for the day ahead. This is a morning ritual for most people, but have you ever stopped to consider just how far those beans have come so that they can give you the daily boost that you need? Whether you use instant coffee, a coffee maker or something a little bit fancier, the coffee itself will have traveled thousands of km to get to your cup, and here is where the world’s best coffee comes from. read more
Have you been to Nepal? If the answer to that question is no then you really need to start planning a trip as soon as possible. The country is absolutely amazing and has something for any type of traveler. I have just returned from volunteering in Nepal and I can’t recommend it enough.
People fall in love with Nepal for a number of reasons; the trekking, people, culture, weather, food and much more. I couldn’t choose which one thing was my favourite but I do know that volunteering in Nepal is something we would all enjoy and should try at least once.read more
Koh Chang is the second largest island you will find in Thailand, here you will find an abundance of exciting activities to keep you entertained during your holiday. We were lucky enough to visit last year, being nature lovers Koh Chang was absolute heaven for us. The beaches are awesome, the waters a perfect blue and there are many other things to enjoy too.
The island is in the south of the country and is really easy to get to from Bangkok. We went from Chiang Mai to Koh Chang, despite being at the other end of the country it was really easy to get to and took less than a day – we flew via Bangkok. I recommend all you lovers of nature out there to hit up Koh Chang if you’re in Thailand because it’s a great place and well worth the travel. Here are some of the activities that we loved during our time there.read more
Nepal is famous for being where the Himalayas are found. Millions of people over the years have visited this magical country to have a once in a lifetime experience of the sow capped mountains. There are plenty of well known reeking routes here, but I think one of the best is the Manaslu Circuit Trek.
Manaslu has only opened to foreign visitors in the last few years, since its opening it has grown in popularity with the world wide trekking community. You need to make sure you have prior permission before you trek there but that is an extremely simple process. read more
What gets a resort into my list of the top resorts? It is not just the ski runs, the hotels, guides, restaurants and spas. Well, they are obviously all important factors but I think we must always feel at home when we’re on a ski holiday. I don’t want to feel like I’m just another tourist or a faceless guest, I want my ski resorts to be a home away from home where my whole groups is comfortable.
So with our further ado, here are 3 of the best ski resorts I have been fortunate enough to visit:read more
Thailand is the land of smiles, the smiles here welcome millions of tourist from all over the world each and every year. I am lucky enough to spend most of my time here in Thailand, I feel blessed to enjoy the sunshine, food and friendly people every day.
So here are 3 reasons why I love Thailand:
The Food
I used to think that Indian food could never be beaten but that was so wrong. In Thailand everything tastes good, and don’t worry if you’re not in to spicy food because in the tourist areas they’ve toned down on the chilli. On the other hand if you do love a bit of burn on your tongue the Thai’s will be more than happy to oblige. I recommend ordering Pad Krapow, that is a mixture of minced pork, chilli and basil – it sounds simple but the taste is unbelievable, especially when topped with an egg. Check out Paul Hurdsfield Instagram to see some of the best restaurants in Thailand.read more
Just like at home, we’re prone to experiencing emergencies while traveling. Unfortunately, dealing with these emergencies while on a trip is much more difficult than tending to them at home.
Here are five helpful tips for managing common travel emergencies.
1. Carry multiple copies of important documents in case you lose them
Print a photocopy of your government identification, passport, and other credentials. You should also take pictures of each of these forms of identification. If possible, sign up for mobile apps that allow you to present IDs, passports, and the like to necessary parties without needing anything more than your smartphone. read more
Due to it’s location right at the end of the underground District line a lot of people are yet to visit the borough of Dagenham and Barking, but being part of London it is certainly a place that everyone needs to check out.
If you speak to anybody from Barking escorts they’ll tell you all about the great things you can see or do in the area. Here are some sights not be missed next time you’re in the area.
Check Out The History
Barking Abbey is the best place in town to go to see some history. It is the place where Barking started all the way back in 666. It’s a beautiful place to visit and even though some of it is in ruins they still have a certain charm to them. You’ll find the Abbey on Abbey Green, it is right next to St Margaret’s Church which was built in the 12 century. The church itself is a nice little place to stroll around too, especially if the weather isn’t too good outside.read more
Vegas is known for a great many things, its attitude towards gambling, the level of entertainment that is on offer, the debauchery and mayhem which can be found here, but above all else, Vegas is known for its world famous hotels. The hotels here take on an altogether very different approach to what a hotel should be, and many of these incredible buildings are far more than simply somewhere for you to lay your head. In true Vegas style the hotels here are ostentatious and fun-loving, and here are our top 3.
3 – The Venetian Resort Hotel & Casino
Most hotels in Vegas come with a theme and the Venetian offers this in abundance with its romantic Venetian style design, featuring classic Italian architecture and high levels of detail. The most striking aspect of the hotel is indeed from the outside, with a canal running throughout the outside of the hotel, featuring real gondolas which will take you on a slow ride across the hotel’s water. Inside the hotel gets even better with its huge suites, decked out in classic Roman design and features a sunken living room, and plenty of luxurious touches. This is one of the biggest hotels in the world and inside its walls you will find shopping experiences, a number of restaurants and bars, and of course, casinos.
2 – The Bellagio
The Bellagio offers one of the most decadent hotels which you are likely to find, packed with luxury and ornate design. Much like the Venetian, the star attraction here at the Bellagio is the dancing fountains outside the front doors, which have become an attraction in themselves for many visiting Vegas. The Penthouse and the suites here are insane, offering huge rooms with all manner of service options, but the cheap rooms are still pretty special. On top of the comfortable and luxurious stay which you can expect, the Bellagio offers plenty of shows featuring the top names in entertainment, as well as restaurants, trendy nightclubs and a huge array of amenities to make your stay extra special.
1 – The Mandarin Oriental
The debate as to which is the best hotel in Vegas is one which will lily rage on for eternity, our pick however is the Mandarin Oriental. This Asian inspired hotel is a sleek, sexy and classy hotel which is designed with nothing but elegance in mind. Each room in this hotel offers Asian luxury, with bamboo detail and classy artwork and design throughout. Whichever room you pay for in this hotel will come with one guarantee, a first class hotel experience. There is less razzmatazz in this hotel than in many others in hotel, but the tea room and the spa experience here are very special, and indicative of just how luxurious this hotel really is. The cherry on the cake in the mandarin is the Mandarin bar at the top of the hotel, offering birds-eye views across the city.
Which is your favorite hotel in Vegas? Let us know in the comments below.
