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November 7, 2018May 10, 2021

Best Upmarket Places to Eat and Drink in Vientiane Laos

One thing that Laotians love to do is go out for a meal and down a few beers. Sure, there are standalone bars, but many of the better ones serve something to enjoy with an alcoholic beverage or non-alcoholic drink. So, whether you go to a bar or a restaurant, you’ll usually be able to find something good to eat and drink in Vientiane.

Also, bear in mind that Lao people can get a bit rowdy when they’ve had a few, so most nights can end up a little boisterous unless you opt for a luxurious place that doesn’t tolerate that sort of thing.

Elephant Lounge

Let’s start with the luxurious Elephant Lounge. Here you can relax in carefully designed interiors, enjoy their own branded whiskey and appreciate the sophisticated air of the place. While outside their doors might be more hustle and bustle, indoors it’s air-conditioned splendor. Continue reading “Best Upmarket Places to Eat and Drink in Vientiane Laos”

October 29, 2018July 3, 2021

Let’s go camping and fishing

When you decide to get out of the great big concrete jungle and head out to the wilderness for some rest and relaxation, there are quite a good few options to undertake. If you are into going the whole hog when camping, then you are probably aware of all that is entailed in preparing for this sort of thing. If not, well, then you probably need a word of advice or two from whoever will be willing to give it to you. From there, you can then decide what it is you want to do and how exactly you want to go about doing it.

Fishing

If you are keen to get the rod and reel out and protect yourself from the elements by making a purchase at a place that has swags for sale, then you are probably in the right frame of mind to get this done the right way. There is not much more satisfying than hooking a big one and then frying it up on the fire if it is not hooked on a catch and release basis. Remember to obey the rules of the environment you are in and to always treat nature with the greatest of respect. Continue reading “Let’s go camping and fishing”

October 23, 2018October 29, 2018

The new Titanic will sail in 2022 with boats for all

It was proclaimed unsinkable. A dramatic bravado, as would be demonstrated very soon. And yet, something true fluttered behind that exaggerated expression of pride. The Atlantic swallowed the Titanic at dawn from April 14 to April 15, 1912 during its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, but in reality the ship never died at all. Throughout this century, its history has been reborn indefatigably, like a phoenix.

One of the people who has helped keep the legend alive has been Clive Palmer, an Australian entrepreneur and ex-politician who became a billionaire thanks to his investments in iron, nickel and coal. In 2012, Palmer announced a project worthy of his fortune. He wanted to build a replica of the historic cruise ship, and he was willing to put some 440 million euro on the table. He called his company Blue Star Line, an obvious nod to the British company White Star Line, owner of the RMS Titanic and its “brother” HMHS Britannic, sunk while serving the country in the First World War. Continue reading “The new Titanic will sail in 2022 with boats for all”

October 1, 2018October 2, 2018

London’s abandoned and secret subway stations

The metro stations have always captivated photographers, architects and tourists. They do the overwhelming current buildings and also the oldest, abandoned, mysterious.

The London Underground has 155 years of history. Its official opening was on January 10, 1863. Since then many stations have stopped being used, some demolished, although at least forty remain intact, as they were. These facilities are usually outside the reach of the public, although guided tours are organized from time to time. Continue reading “London’s abandoned and secret subway stations”

September 24, 2018October 2, 2018

The incredible bamboo bridge that is rebuilt every year

On the small island of Koh Paen, completely surrounded by Cambodian terrain, you can still breathe the rural life of this Southeast Asian country. Above the waters of the Mekong River, which flows through six countries, a bridge made entirely of bamboo rocks. With a length of more than a kilometer, this footbridge formed by 50,000 bamboo canes and it is rebuilt every year. Before the rainy season starts (from May to November), the villagers dismantle the bridge manually and store the bamboo material in front of the river floods. The continued construction and dismantling of this historic viaduct has been carried out every year for decades, paralyzing itself only in some periods during the Cambodian Civil War, a conflict that occurred between 1967 and 1975. Continue reading “The incredible bamboo bridge that is rebuilt every year”

September 19, 2018October 2, 2018

How to organize your hand baggage: what to bring and what not

Prepare your luggage is not as simple as it seems, more if we travel by plane and want to go unnoticed by the security control of the airport. According to a survey carried out by the flight search engine Skyscanner, more than half (52%) of the passengers of the plane have clear that they will fly with the suitcase in the cabin. On the other hand, 30% of the respondents consider that to invoice in indispensable while 18% have thought to decide it at the last moment. For that 52% of passengers and undecided, we offer a small guide to organize hand luggage without losing a single detail.

Can I carry liquids in my hand luggage?

According to Skyscanner, five out of ten users surveyed indicate that sunscreen and anti mosquito spray are the essential elements to introduce in summer luggage. Passengers who do not intend to check their bags should have existing restrictions to carry liquids in carry-on baggage. Any liquid container greater than 100 ml will be requisitioned in the security control, so it is essential to get bottles of shampoo, gel, cream, hair gel, toothpaste or “travel size” deodorant. It is also the case of facial moisturizer or perfume. If possible, transfer some of your perfume to a small nebulizer. All these liquid hygiene products must be placed in a visible way and separated from the rest of luggage, in a transparent plastic bag with closure system and a volume less than one liter. Continue reading “How to organize your hand baggage: what to bring and what not”

August 3, 2018October 2, 2018

Misol-Ha, a dream turned into a waterfall

One of the most beautiful postcards of Chiapas is the one that gives us the Misol-Ha waterfall, whose name, translated from the Maya, means “swept water”.

The location of this beautiful waterfall is ideal, since it is located just 20 km from the archaeological site of Palenque, on the road that leads to the spectacular Agua Azul Waterfalls, which facilitates the visit to these three attractions in a single route.

The beauty of Misol-Ha will leave you speechless, since you are in the middle of an exotic tropical forest upholstered by trees of precious woods that exceed 30 meters in height. This idyllic landscape was also one of the locations where the movie “Predator” was filmed, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Continue reading “Misol-Ha, a dream turned into a waterfall”

July 21, 2018August 25, 2018

Typical traditions of Mexico

The Mexican culture and its multiple manifestations are expressed in traditions that are an example of the historical wealth of a nation born from the meeting of two worlds: The European and The Indigenous.

When you have the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of Mexican festivities, we find ourselves with a panorama full of meanings where it is possible to see and discover the essence of Mexico and its rich past that refuses to die.

We invite you to know and be seduced by the most representative traditions of Mexico.

Three Kings Day

It is celebrated on 6th January and is characterized by the development of the traditional “Rosca de Reyes”: a sweet bread, decorated with crystallized fruit, which is shared on the tables during dinner. Who is awarded with one of the dolls that are hidden inside the thread is committed to give tamales to all who shared the thread during the celebration of Candlemas Day.

Candlemas day

The Day of the Virgin of the Candlemas is a celebration framed by the preparation of atole and tamales. It is also a tradition to dress the “Child God” who was placed in the Nativity or Bethlehem during Christmas to take him to bless the churches. One of the places with more roots to this celebration is the Veracruz town of Tlacotalpan.

Anniversary of the Independence of Mexico

It is one of the most anticipated parties of the year and takes place on 15th and 16th September.

On the night of 15th September, the president of the republic emulates the Grito de Dolores from the National Palace, the name given to the historic call made by the priest, Miguel Hidalgo, from the parish of Dolores, inciting popular rebellion in search of the independence of Mexico.

The patriotic celebrations culminate the 16th September with a military parade by the main streets of the City of Mexico and the rest of the public squares of the country.

The Guelaguetza

It is one of the most colorful festivities in Mexico and the maximum ethnic celebration of the Oaxacan people. In the Guelaguetza, participate dancers from the 8 regions of the Oaxaca state, performing their folk costumes, performing folk dances to the rhythm of wind music. The setting for this festival is located on the Fortín hill, located around the city of Oaxaca, and it takes place on the first Monday after July 16.

Veracruz and Mazatlan Carnivals

The people of Veracruz have a reputation for carrying music inside; it is no coincidence that their carnival has been baptized as “the happiest in the world”. During this carnival it is impossible not to get infected by the good humor and the Buenos Aires atmosphere enlivened with marimbas that, more than one, they dance all night long. It is done nine days before Ash Wednesday.

As for the great Mazatlan carnival, it is worth mentioning that it is one of the oldest in Mexico, with almost a century of history. It is considered one of the most attractive and popular in the country; at the rhythm of “tambora”, the sinaloenses invite everyone who arrives at the Mazatlan coast at this time to dance.

It takes place 5 days before Ash Wednesday.

Easter

Holy Week in Mexico is a good opportunity for those who like religious tourism. In colonial cities such as Queretaro, Oaxaca, Taxco and San Luis Potosi, you can witness very special ceremonies that show features of the Spanish cultural heritage. Such is the case of the Via Crucis and the Procession of Silence, in which they used sacred art images of great historical value. Holy Week is celebrated at the end of March and the beginning of April.

Day of the Dead

It is one of the richest and most representative traditions of Mexico; in it the festive character of the Mexican before death is manifested. It is celebrated on November 1 and 2 across the country with cultural events that vary depending on each region.

Among the places that are most frequented to witness this festivity are the Patzcuaro and Janitzio towns, in Michoacan, as well as Xochimilco and the town of Mixquic, south of the Federal District.

Posadas

Posadas are one of the most popular Mexican traditions. These are parties full of games and songs where the breaking of the traditional pinatas stands out. They take place from December 16 to 24, being the eve of Christmas, the frame that culminates with the holiday season of December.

July 13, 2018August 1, 2018

10 best things to see and do in Kyoto

Kyoto is a must-see city on any trip to Japan. It was probably the city that I liked most about the trip because it represented everything I had imagined about Japanese culture. Kyoto is a traditional city and the cultural center of Japan. And also the city of a thousand temples! At each step you take you have a temple, several of them a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Not to end up with so many temples and so much beauty in this post I tell you all the plans to see and do in Kyoto that you cannot miss for anything in the world.

To give you an idea Kyoto has more than 1600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines. Seeing them all is really impossible. To all this it is necessary to add that the city is very extensive, but be calm with this guide everything is solved. Continue reading “10 best things to see and do in Kyoto”

July 7, 2018August 4, 2019

Visit One Of The Beautiful Countries In The World: Paris

Paris the Capital of France is one of the cities which has the rich history and is one of the must visit locations for those who love to travel around the world to ancient places. One of the cities which has the right blend of tradition and modern mix, it has lot of places where you need to visit.

It is known for the museums and architectural landmarks. Of course, you have to visit the Eiffel Tower when you are in Paris. Besides Eiffel Tower there are lot of other places where you need to visit when you are in Paris. It is well connected with all major cities in the World. It has two airports; one of them is second busiest airport in Europe. Continue reading “Visit One Of The Beautiful Countries In The World: Paris”