PLACES My Top 10 Phuket Thailand for First Time Visitors Posted on December 14, 2015September 5, 2024 Snorkeling in Koh Phi Phi is a great place for the first time snorkeler. With its crystal waters and incredible scenery, a snorkeling trip in this part of Thailand allows you to gaze on strikingly beautiful corals and prismatic schools of fish. Read more
PLACES The Big Buddha at Phuket’s Wat Chalong Temple Posted on December 12, 2015May 21, 2024 The first time I caught sight of the Big Buddha through one of the marbled windows at Wat Chalong Temple, its sheer enormity left me in awe. Its imposing presence dominated the landscape, living up to its name in every aspect. Set against the serene backdrop of the temple, the… Read more
PLACES Discover E-World Amusement Park in Daegu: Rides, Views, and More Posted on November 30, 2015October 31, 2024 Have you ever wondered what’s happening behind all the pretty lights and decorations at E-World Amusement Park in Daegu? This park, once known as Woobang Tower Land, now goes by E-World, though nobody seems to know exactly why. Join me as we explore E-World in Daegu, a fun park in… Read more
PLACES Christmas in Spain: Holiday Coastal Charm in Marbella and the Costa del Sol Posted on November 26, 2015October 31, 2024 Christmas in Spain is a magical experience. Our journey along the Costa del Sol heightened that charm. The coastal highway revealed sun-kissed beaches and picturesque communities, each with their own unique allure. Among them, Marbella stood out for its elegance and sophistication. Its upscale vibe added a touch of luxury… Read more
PLACES Christmas in Spain: A Scenic Drive from Seville to the Cliffs of Gibraltar Posted on November 26, 2015October 5, 2024 We spent 4 days and Christmas in Seville. We were told we would be closed. However, we were pleasantly surprised and delighted to find they were wrong during Christmas in Seville. Initially, we were warned that many establishments would be closed during the holiday period. However, to our pleasant surprise,… Read more
PLACES Christmas in Córdoba, Spain: Discover the Stunning Mezquita Posted on November 26, 2015October 5, 2024 There were more than 1,000 mosques in Córdoba during the 10th century and the Mezquita was the most magnificent of them all. More than half a million worshippers prayed alongside the jasper, marble and granite columns that fanned out like a grove of orange trees. Read more
PLACES Christmas in Spain: The Magic of Granada and the Alhambra Posted on November 26, 2015October 5, 2024 Wandering the Alhambra in Granada I was exhilarated at the prospect of exploring the Alhambra’s courtyards in Granada. With a confident stride, the four of us bypassed the less informed crowds. I kept silent about the fact that our online tickets were worthless. Regrettably, we had missed our flight and… Read more
PLACES Christmas in Spain: Festive Road Trip from Malaga to Granada Posted on November 26, 2015November 20, 2024 Road Trip in Spain I made the amateurish error of packing late into the night before travel and incorrectly setting the alarm for 5 p.m. instead of 5 a.m. I woke up in a panic at 6:30 for a 7:30 flight. It would cost us an additional $400 and a… Read more