The best way to explore an off-beat destination

My African safari in Kruger National Park was one of my absolute favorite travel experiences of recent memory.  A safari, in and of itself, is amazing.  But this one went so far beyond my expectations, it left me reeling. What made it beyond amazing?  Staying at the Ngala Tented Camp of &Beyond Safaris, in the heart of Ngala Private Game Reserve. To start our adventure, we jumped on a charter flight at Johannesburg, making the two-hour flight directly to Ngala. The views over South Africa weren’t bad, either. Soon, we touched down at Ngala — and were welcomed to Ngala Tented Camp, our incredible oasis in the middle of the bush. Luxury in Africa Before arriving, I knew that we would be camping in luxury tents.  As I’ve mentioned here a few times, I’m a lifelong camper from a camping family.  I first went camping at twelve days old.  I took my first steps in a tent. So continuing to camp around the world has been special to me, especially when I get to do it in unusual t

The Arctic Circle is a huge place, encompassing territories from multiple northern countries. Areas like Alaska, Greenland, Svalbard, Lapland, and others, ensure that you can plan your Arctic cruise without risking boredom. Inspired by Northern Lights in Iceland, Cez and Agness of eTramping contributed some essential do’s and don’ts for your next Arctic trip. They’ve traveled the world far-and-wide – so heed their advice! Do: Bring Binoculars Camera zoom functions aren’t always reliable when you’re trying to get a good look at the wildlife. Binoculars are better suited for true explorers, in every respect. Imagine spotting a whale in a distance. Who wouldn’t want to get a better glance of these gentle giants? Don’t: Disturb the Wildlife In Antarctica, penguins curiously jump at the opportunity to observe you. The little tux-wearers are pretty sociable. The Arctic, however, is maybe not that friendly in terms of wildlife. Even if there were such friendly creatures, it’s still ad

O n a recent trip to Whistler BC, I was invited to enjoy an afternoon at the Scandinave Spa. This mountainside getaway is obviously ideal for those that have had a long day on the slopes. Massage therapists are on hand to soothe sore muscles that have been put into action for the first time in years. The baths are there to ease that hard worked body back to normal. In This Post... And then there is me. A Day at the Scandinave Spa Whistler BC Hot. Cold. Relax. Repeat. Cool Pool Relax And then there is me. I don’t ski, snowboard, or overly exert myself for fun.  This doesn’t mean I don’t hurt or do not deserve a relaxing break…right?  I may not push the limits on the hills but I do know how to relax. If there is one thing I learned in Vegas it is how to enjoy a spa. A few years ago a friend tipped me off on how to recover from a late night in Vegas. Instead of pulling the blackout curtains and feeling like death in your stuffy hotel room, drag your sorry ass to one of the many sp

Looking for some fall captions for Instagram to accompany all the delightful autumn photos you’ll be taking this year? I’ve gathered a bunch of fall quotes, autumn caption ideas, and cheesy but cute fall puns that will be the perfect accompaniment to all your fall Instagram snaps. Here are my favorite fall captions for Instagram! Simple Fall Captions It’s fall, y’all Fall breeze and autumn leaves Falling for this season My favorite color is fall No better weather than sweater weather Sweater weather is better together Channel the flannel. “Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” — F. Scott Fitzgerald “And all at once, summer collapsed into fall.” ― Oscar Wilde “Fall air always smells like possibility.” ― Becky Albertalli “You have so many autumns: so many selves, waiting to be shaken down.” ― Zhou Mengdie “Autumn colors remind us we are all one dancing in the wind.” ― Lorin Morgan-Richards “If I we

2019 truly is the year of the smart home – and, soon, just about every home in the UK will be brimming with smart technology designed to make our lives easier. Transforming your home with smart technology in 2019 is easier than ever. Security This is one of the most active categories within smart home technology. Various devices on the market are designed to make your home a true safe haven. The technology associated with making smart homes exactly that – smart – can play a role in protecting your home and family, with Wi-Fi signals, remote sensors, machine learning and video cameras all playing a part. The likes of smart (video) doorbells can inform you who is at the door, allowing you to see and talk to visitors via your smartphone, while smart door locks enable remote locking and unlocking via your phone. Whether they are indoor or outdoor, smart security cameras allow you to view remote parts of your property, alerting you to intruders or unexpected events. Heating and cooling

          Osaka, Japan I meant to do this post at the beginning of the month, but I have been so busy and have been having such a great time that my internet usage has been limited to only a few minutes a day! I haven’t even had time to set up my Christmas tree yet, but I hope to do so during the few hours I have free on Sunday, as my mum arrives on Monday to spend a week with my brother, sister, and me. Life is good. I’ve decided this year to give a small package to one of the readers of this blog! I have often sent out postcards but, you know, tis the season and all that. I have a few bits and bobs from my travels which I will put together to send out to one person. To enter the giveaway, please comment here, telling me about your best adventure of 2011. Remember, adventures don’t always take place abroad; some of the best adventures I’ve ever had have taken place in my hometown! Please limit your entry to three sentences. I will select a winner at random by Decemb

Our planet Earth has so many beautiful natural wonders. Some of them are laid in front of our eyes, while others are secretly hidden underneath. Check out our list of these incredible underground gems, that provide an unforgettable experience. 10. Wieliczka Salt Mine, Wieliczka, Poland The salt mine operates since the 13th century. Today it is set as a museum: over 1.2 million tourists visit the site due to its underground attractions. There is an underground lake, wellness complex, many salt sculptures and even a carved cathedral – all made of salt! How to get there? It is located only 10 km from the beautiful old city of Krakow. Get there by bus, train or car, taking E40 route. Photo by William H. Photo by Redstone Hill Photo by Michal Osmenda 9. Salt Mines in Yekaterinburg, Russia A psychedelic walls of layers of carnallite are found underneath the industrial city. The vivid spectacle of colorful minerals is found 200 m (650 ft) under the surface. However it is not open to