Have dreams, will travel
Updated in July 2022Originally published Aug 18,2018 South Korea's second largest city, found in the southeast of the country, is the relaxed oceanside city of Busan. Blending urban landscapes with chill beaches and picturesque mountains lends this city of over 3.5 million inhabitants a vibrant yet down-to-earth feel, at least from what I understand (I... Continue Reading →
The Bahamas, located in the West Indies (north of Cuba and southeast of the US state of Florida) are a popular place to holiday and cruise. This is not a surprise since it is a tropical climate; has over 3000 + islets, cays, and islands; and a vibrant culture. Of the all the locales to... Continue Reading →
Let’s head to one of the northernmost cities around. Found about 2200 km / 1242 mi south of the North Pole, in Northern Norway, is the city of Tromsø. This northern city is located on an island called Tromsøya not far from the mainland of Norway. Despite it’s far location it has a fair-sized population... Continue Reading →
If a destination has the title of “Best Island in the World” would you want to visit? I say yes, especially if it is the tear-drop shaped Philippine island of Siargao, which has been on my radar for a couple years, after viewing several videos about it. It looks ridiculously beautiful and I have wanted... Continue Reading →
An archipelago of 113 islands, Okinawa is the southernmost prefecture in Japan. Historically the region was known as the Ryukyu Kingdom and had ties to China and later to Japan. This history has given Okinawa its own distinct culture and language and is the where karate has its roots. When the Ryukyu Kingdom was annexed... Continue Reading →
You would be hard pressed to find someone who does not like the idea of languidly enjoying a golden sunset on a white sand beach while sipping on fresh coconut juice as a balmy breeze rustles through the leaves of palm trees. Days of relaxing bliss and warm sun kissed skin on a beautiful island... Continue Reading →
The Spice Island Grenada is a more recent addition to my Bucket List. During the lockdown here in BC last year, when I was not able to work and had too much time on my hands, I did what any travel-obsessed person would do - learn about all sorts of world destinations. Now of course... Continue Reading →
Hong Kong — one of my favourite destinations around. I made my way to there back in winter of 2018 for a week. Although the weather was cooler it did not take away from my experiences and I found myself in love with another world locale. From the incredible and savoury foods (that is reason... Continue Reading →
After visiting Jordan in 2018 it has remained a favourite country of mine. It has so much to offer with a variety of activites and places to see and such friendly and hospitable people. To showcase more of this country, today's post is about the ancient ruins that are found in the northern city of... Continue Reading →
Updated May 2, 2021 (first posted March 10, 2013) In trying to decide on today's spot I decided to update an older post as I believe it is worth a re-visit. And, in all honesty, I didn't have much information listed about this stunning locale originally. I have wanted to see this part of the... Continue Reading →
As I have mentioned previously, I am writing several Sunday Special posts about places that I have actually visited. Well, for today it is only a half truth. I have visited Venice, once, back in 1991. I have also seen the Basilica di San Marco, found at the end of the Piazza di San Marco,... Continue Reading →
Welcome back to the Sunday Special. I hope you are all keeping safe during this pandemic. To be honest, I am ready to go off to an intriguing destination. How sweet it will be when that does happen! In the meantime, I will do my best to stay safe and do my part to keep... Continue Reading →
Wanders The World 