Anacapa Island: A Mirage in the Pacific Ocean

Beautiful colors

This week one of my biggest dreams came true. I have a thing for visiting off-the-beaten-track destinations.  This doesn’t mean I am interested to only visit destinations at the end of the world.  There are some places that, for some reason, do not get the deserved attention.  And, oh boy, how do I like to [...]

Discovery of the Week: Ikaria, Greece

Seychelles Beach, it is called like this because the rocks resemble the famous islands in the Indian Ocean.

This post is part of a weekly feature called Discovery of the Week. By discovery, I mean a place, a custom or dish that is not widely known. See, I love to read travel magazines, websites and books. Very often, I find beautiful and interesting gems that not a lot of people seem to know [...]

Best Beaches in the Maldives

Vabbinfaru Island

If you are looking for seriously beautiful beach holidays, the Maldives are the place to go. Found around 430 miles from Sri Lanka, Maldive Islands boast breathtaking beaches that will not disappoint. Whether you are looking for a lovely spot to sunbathe, a thrilling area to scuba dive or the ideal fishing location, Maldives has [...]

Discovery of the Week: Kastelorizo, Greece

Kastelorizo, blue seas and skies

This post is part of a weekly feature called Discovery of the Week. By discovery, I mean a place, a custom or dish that is not widely known. See, I love to read travel magazines, websites and books. Very often, I find beautiful and interesting gems that not a lot of people seem to know [...]

That Boring Place Called Cancun

Sunset in Nichupte Lagoon

As a traveler, I know I have to keep my expectations in check.  But when the hype surrounding a destination is larger than life, I can’t avoid feeling extremely optimistic and excited of what I am going to experience. Case in point: Hawaii. Tons of magazine and newspaper ads sing in unison praises to these volcanic [...]

Biking to Wonderful Views in Oahu

Honolulu, sea and sky

That day in Oahu when I hiked to a waterfall, which ended not really being a waterfall, was full of great emotions. After our hike thru the Ko’olau Mountain Range and Manoa Valley, we returned to the starting point in the town of Manoa.  Next adventure: biking down a sinuously road. Our guide took us [...]

Luxury Holidays in Majorca–An Ideal Option

Beauty of Majorca (Photopedia)

Luxury Holidays in Majorca–An Ideal Option Majorca is a highly popular travel destination for holiday makers of all ages, and this is not surprising when one considers the fact that it is the largest and most beautiful of the Balearic islands. Majorca is surrounded by the enchanting Mediterranean Sea, and visitors to the island quickly [...]

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