The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
As travelers, we all know the importance of a good piece of luggage. Traveling is stressful enough, so trying to minimize the number of things that can go wrong on a trip will make your travel time more pleasurable. Aside from your passport, your suitcase is undoubtedly the most important thing you’ll cary with you …
Level8 Pro Carry-on Review – Best Luggage for Modern TravelersRead More
A journey to Torres del Paine National Park in the heart of Chilean Patagonia is no small endeavor. To make it there you have to fly to the end of the world, drive gravel roads, hike rocky trails, and battle harsh and unpredictable weather. But it’s all worth it, because Chile’s National Park is one …
Where to Stay When Visiting Torres Del Paine – Lodging OptionsRead More
For those of you who wonder how is food in Budapest, let me tell you: Hungarians take their food very seriously, so finding good food in Budapest it’s not a problem. There are countless eateries, cafés, and bistros, all bragging about the excellent food they serve. However, finding quality traditional Hungarian restaurants in Budapest that …
From its façade on Mission Inn Avenue in Riverside, California, Tio’s Tacos Restaurant looks like any other Mexican eatery. But behind the wrought-iron fence, between trees and shrubs, lies a unexpected world of bizarre creations.
Tio’s Tacos Restaurant in Riverside, California – A Monumental Fantasy Made RealRead More
Quebec City is home to some of the world’s most famous hotels. Who hasn’t heard of Le Château Frontenac, or Le Germain? And yet, there is one that consistently tops off the list of the Best Hotels in Canada: the unrivaled Auberge Saint-Antoine. Nestled in Old Town Québec in the picturesque Petit-Champlain district, Auberge Saint-Antoine …
Is Auberge Saint Antoine the Best Place to Stay in Quebec City?Read More
I didn’t know what to expect when I checked into Quebec City’s Monastère des Augustines that afternoon. Are there going be nuns at the reception desk, or serving at the restaurant? The modern, imposing structure of glass and steel that greeted me as I got off the taxicab had nothing even vaguely reminiscent of a convent. And yet, the silence …
Silence and Serenity at Quebec City’s Monastère des AugustinesRead More
Location, location, location. Set in an Art Nouveau-style building dating from 1884, Rixwell Centra is a budget hotel right in the middle of Old Town Riga, within walking distance from all the attractions. Its proximity to a big shopping mall, museums, great restaurants, pubs and live music bars, make Rixwell Centra a great choice for a visit to Riga. So in case you …
Rixwell Centra Hotel – Good Value in the Middle of Old Town RigaRead More
I love going to Europe, or Hawaii, or South America, but when I think of facing 10-12 hours of red-eye agony, I feel like giving up. My greatest problem when I fly is that I can’t sleep on the plane. Let’s face it, not many of us actually can. How would you doze off in a hard, narrow seat with the armrests digging into …
The Bacara Resort & Spa in Goleta, California, has all the essentials of a luxury seaside resort — tennis courts, a full-service spa, several infinity pools, fine dining venues and, of course, dramatic Pacific Ocean views. There is even a 1,000-acre ranch that borders the Los Padres National Forest where guests can take scenic hikes through …
Bacara Resort & Suites – Is It Worth the Steep Price?Read More
