Peace and Tranquility in Halong Bay
Despite the typhoon we finally arrived in Ha Long Bay, a peaceful end to an otherwise adventurous holiday in Northern Vietnam. A natural wonder that draws thousands of tourists each year, […]
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How to Enjoy a Summer Typhoon in Hanoi
Minutes before my husband and I embarked on the long journey from Sapa to Halong Bay, I was informed that our boat cruise was cancelled. Halong Bay had been closed […]
So Many Stories, So Little Time
The other day a nice glass of red wine inspired me to start writing about my wine tasting adventures in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Yesterday, a long day of meetings with […]
Beautiful Moments: Dusk settles over Halong Bay after the Rain
Last summer we travelled to Vietnam. After spending a couple of days trekking the mountains of Sapa and a few more wandering the historical streets of Hanoi, we spent a […]
Mountain Trekking through the Rice Paddies of Northern Vietnam
After a week in Hong Kong, we arrived in Northern Vietnam with a very good chance of missing our overnight train to Sapa. As much as I love to travel, there […]
Cheap Michelin Star Dim Sum & Other Scrumptious Adventures in Hong Kong
I stepped off the plane as I often do, with a hotel booking (courtesy of my husband) and no other plans whatsoever. This time it was after dark and we […]
Pristine Luxury and a Love Affair with Thai Food in Samui
In stark contrast to the busy streets of Bangkok, Koh Samui, the third largest Island in Thailand, offers a beautiful hideaway framed by turquoise waters and swaying palm trees. From […]
A Weekend in Bangkok
When I tell my friends and colleagues I’m going on vacation they often laugh and say “Weren’t you just on vacation!?” I just as often smile and say “Yes.” Some people take […]
