The Magic of Hobbiton – Exploring Middle Earth
Nestled in New Zealand's North Island’s rolling hills, lies the magic of Hobbiton. It has captured the hearts of J.R.R Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" film and book fans all...
Spectacular Beauty of Milford Sound Unfolds at Altitude
With spectacular waterfalls, dramatic sheer cliffs, lush rainforest and piercing blue water, New Zealand's Milford Sound is the pinnacle of natural beauty.
Nestled on the south west of New Zealand's South Island, Milford Sound's dramatic...
The Crown of Palaces – The Taj Mahal
Famous globally for its breathtaking beauty and mirror-like symmetry, the Taj Mahal is India’s most famous landmark. Located in Agra, it reportedly attracts more than 6 million visitors each year.
The Crown of Palaces
The Taj...
Day 7 – 12 April 2011 – Birthday Cake and Taj Mahal
Updated October 2021
Wow, wow and triple wow. That sums up today.
It was Rhys’ 17th Birthday today and we would be hard pressed to top this. I can’t remember what I did for my 17th!
We...
Singapore’s Iconic Gardens by the Bay
I recently took a short break from Singapore’ heat and strolled over to its iconic landmark - the leafy Gardens by the Bay.
Probably among the first things that springs to many visitors’ minds when...
Day 18 – 23 April 2011 – Farewell Mumbai
Updated October 2011
What an experience last night at the game. Mumbai Indians won a close game and the atmosphere at the stadium was excellent. Certainly the best of the venues we’d been to.
But what...
Pembrokeshire: Wales’ wild and rugged west
I fondly recall many, and sometimes wet, summer holidays as a child in West Wales. If you allow it, Pembrokeshire will immediately capture your heart. Purple-grained sea cliffs fall abruptly to sea caves, golden...
Insider’s Guide to Things to See and Do In Wellington
Rough Guides recently named Wellington one of its must visit cities in 2023. There are so many things to see and do in Wellington and is ideal for a mini break.
My wife and I...
The Algarve – Portugal’s Winter-less Region
Ever considered Portugal’s Algarve for a winter break from Northern Europe’s chilly winters?
So what makes The Algarve an ideal winter destination? For a start, temperatures consistently reach the high teens during daylight hours. And...
Singapore Travel Guide: An Insider’s Introduction
Singapore, the Lion City, can boast many superlatives: safest, cleanest, greenest. It introduced the world's first night-safari park, is home to Asia’s largest bird park, and has the world's biggest rooftop infinity...
