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After reading the Trip Advisor reviews for Big Mama Sailing we decided to book a reef trip. The experience was far beyond our expectations from the very first contact. Over the phone, Lisa went to great lengths to explain the package and give … [Read more...]
Charley's Chocolate Factory - Mission Beach We recently enjoyed Charley's Chocolate Tour near Mission Beach in tropical Far North Queensland. Charley's Chocolate Factory started up in 2011. Chris and Lynn, the owners, believe that cocoa … [Read more...]
Nepal, one of the most underprivileged in the world, was struck by a strong 7.8 magnitude earthquake on Saturday, April 25. It has killed over 5,000 people and still counting. It wrought havoc on tourism as it leveled historic areas of Kathmandu that … [Read more...]
Sai Gon or Ho Chi Minh City - Which is the correct name? This was one of the first questions that needed to be answered during a very short (1 day) tour of Vietnam's second city. According to the locals, the name Sai Gon is still commonly used … [Read more...]
Scenic beaches and pristine waters, exotic street foods, bustling shopping malls and markets, lush jungles, Chiang Mai night bazars, Kho Phi Phi, Ayutthaya, elephant rides and Buddhist temples, and some of the most posh hotels in the world. This is … [Read more...]
Napa Valley - Ready to Serve Its 3 Million Annual Visitors Don’t let the recent earthquake stop you on your tracks to Napa Valley. A picture of luscious, ripe grapes in a press release has this for a caption: “It’s raining grapes in Napa Valley!” … [Read more...]
The Lures of Praiano “To find the universal elements enough; to find the air and the water exhilarating; to be thrilled by the stars at night; to be elated over a bird's nest or a wildflower in spring - these are some of the rewards of the simple … [Read more...]
