After a relaxing stop at Jerantut sampling the local cuisine and some R&R, heading to Kota Bharu via Wakaf Bharu in Malaysia’s north-east, then south again via the coast to sleepy Cherating.
Around Bukittinggi, West Sumatra
Absorb yourself in West Sumatra’s alluring Bukittinggi, with a cultural minibus tour around its stunning countryside for the day…
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Bordering the imposing Mount Singgalang and active Mount Merapi volcanoes in West Sumatra, Bukittinggi is a magnet for Indonesian and global travellers.
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From Parapat on Lake Toba’s edge – Indonesia’s largest natural lake – we head south on a crude public bus to Bukittinggi, in Sumatra’s west.
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Sumatra’s Volcanic Samosir Island is the world’s largest island within an island.
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Spectacular Lake Toba is a volcanic lake in Sumatra’s northern central region, offering tranquillity and a little peace, in crowded Indonesia.
Continue reading “Travelling to Lake Toba, North Sumatra”Celebrating Christmas in Cosenza, Calabria
Colourful markets. A profusion of fabulous street lights. Free entertaining street performances. Excellent feasts. Celebrating Christmas in Calabria’s Cosenza, what more could you ask for?
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New York’s Manic Manhattan
You can’t but help to be caught up in New York’s manic Manhattan – an energetic epicentre for entertainment, culture, shopping, art, and of course, finance. Continue reading “New York’s Manic Manhattan”
What I Love About Amazing Arequipa, Peru
August, 2011
Not only is amazing Arequipa aptly named the ‘White City’ with dazzling Spanish-influenced architecture, but it is one of those cities that you instantly fall in love with and this is why… Continue reading “What I Love About Amazing Arequipa, Peru”
Morocco’s Captivating Blue City: Chefchaouen
March, 2011
Ever wondered why the captivating city of Chefchaouen perched high in the north-western edge of Morocco’s spectacular Rif Mountains, has earned the Blue City label?
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Why you should visit Meknès, Morocco’s hilltop city
March, 2011
One of the four Imperial Cities of Morocco, Meknès is perched high on a hilltop and is often overlooked on a trip to this fascinating country.
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Fes, Morocco’s Imperial City
March, 2011
Lose yourself in antiquated winding alleys whilst you crisscross your way along one of Morocco’s vibrant imperial cities, fabulous Fes.
Magical Marrakech, Morocco
March, 2011
A quick stopover in Heathrow from Australia and finally landed in magical Marrakech, Morocco, to a pleasant North African gentle breeze. Continue reading “Magical Marrakech, Morocco”
Christmas Around Cosenza, Italy
December, 2017
It’s always fun when visitors come to stay in Cosenza and especially during the Christmas period – this time, two American brothers living in Thailand are arriving.
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November, 2014
Unpretentious Krong Kampot better known as just Kampot in southern Cambodia is slowly becoming a popular destination on a traveller’s map. Continue reading “Krong Kampot – Southern Cambodia”