So often we are asked why we travel so much, what drives us to be constantly on the move. For me it’s a difficult question to answer, there are so many aspects of travel that I love. But if I … Read More
As travelers, we are often constrained by ridiculous overnight bus schedules and, unless we have unlimited time, generally end up confined to cities and sights that are already inundated with tourists. For those of us who want to experience a … Read More
Vietnam is a country with many controversial issues, a country rich in history, culture and traditions, but still developing. A country with third world villages and exclusive resorts. Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city, portrays a unique mixture of western and eastern … Read More
Ha Long Bay, a labyrinth with a mysterious charm, UNESCO World Heritage and a must destination to be included in any travel experience through Vietnam. The bay goes from the north-eastern coast to the Gulf of Tonkin. There are about … Read More
Escaping the English winter to live abroad in a warmer climate sounds like a wonderful idea, right? But, how about spending five months training hard in the sweltering midday heat? Running back and forth along the beach, and in scorching … Read More
Ho Chi Minh City – or ‘Saigon’ as most people still call it – is where we started our Vietnam trip. It’s a bustling metropolis, with a population of around 9 million, and it’s apparent that the preferred method of … Read More