Nurture your travel dreams, Enrich your life
WARNING: May contain spoilers. Glen and I are among the millions of avid fans of HBO’s hit series Game of Thrones who are thrilled that much anticipated fifth season is finally here (updated: Season 5 came and went, with an epic cliffhanger). The epic television adaption of A Song of Ice and Fire, George R…. Continue reading
When I was preparing for our trip to Morocco, I read the trip notes that Intrepid Travel provided to get a sense of what to look forward to. As detailed and comprehensive as the itinerary was on paper, the actual experience of participating in the activities was still something I wasn’t fully prepared for nor expected, in the… Continue reading
We recently embarked on a 15-day trip to Morocco with Intrepid Travel’s Best of Morocco Tour. It’s been awhile since we’ve joined an organized tour group for fear of being hauled away like cattle in huge buses from tourist spots to carpet shops. But after doing some research, we were convinced of Intrepid’s promise and… Continue reading
Morocco. The mere mention of it transports us to an exotic land at the edge of the Sahara desert. The names of its cities: Casablanca, Fez, Tangier, Marrakech, evoke in our mind a contrast of black and white movie scenes and a burst of vivid hues from colorful spice markets. The idea… Continue reading
Frequent travelers are often asked how they can afford to travel as often as they do. Travel, after all, is typically seen as a luxuriously indulgent endeavor that only those with a lot of extra money lying around after all the bills have been paid can dare to consider. But often, the answer is not… Continue reading
At the start of 2014, I had no idea that my travel plans for the year would involve going against TLC’s lyrical advice about chasing waterfalls. I didn’t particularly craft my trips with that intention, save for one special park. But for some reason, I found myself standing in awe of these magnificent natural… Continue reading
These are some of my favorite travel gear that I take on any trip lasting more than 24 hours. One of the challenging aspects of traveling is bringing the right kind of gear that will make your life out on the road little easier, comfortable and a bit more civilized, all while keeping within the… Continue reading
Airbnb has become our go-to for both local and international in the last few years. Part of the travel experience that we crave is being a temporary local and booking with Airbnb has helped us with that. Staying at houses of wonderful hosts that have been vetted and reviewed by other travelers has… Continue reading
This week’s Travel Health and Beauty advice is from Dr. Maria Suzanne (Chai) Datuin, a Board-Certified dermatologist and Fellow of the Philippine Dermatological Society. Dr. Chai is a frequent traveler, attending conferences and workshops for continuing education, and exploring local and overseas destinations for leisure. What are your tips to keep your skin and… Continue reading
I’m sharing my travel itineraries to give you ideas for your own trip planning – where to go, what to see, where to eat, how long to spend, etc. Below is the general schedule that provides the framework of the trip. As we go, some stops are added or removed. You’ll find more details for… Continue reading
