One of my favorite getaways from San Francisco is Monterey – from the beautiful drive on Highway 1 to the fantastic Aquarium, there is a lot to take your mind off after your crazy work week. It’s also a great stop on my favorite road-trip along California’s Highway 1, so I have stayed here numerous […]
The Algarve coast in the very South of Portugal is a popular beach destination and Albufeira is near the center of it, close to the main airport in Faro and with plenty of sun, sand and see for a beach getaway. The little town on the cliff above the beach offers plenty of accommodation, bars
Lake Tahoe, the beautiful blue lake surrounded by mountains, is one of my favorite getaways in Northern California, ever since I fell in love with San Francisco. And while it is very popular in winter with plenty of ski resorts to enjoy the snow, it’s also a fun summer getaway. You can enjoy the beaches along
If you are living in Europe and are looking for a more exotic beach getaway, Bali is a great choice: It’s easy to reach from most major European airports, there is a lot to do, from party-beaches to quiet, romantic beaches and the peaceful forests and rice paddies around Ubud to the many historic temples
Most visitors to Bali head to the beaches of Southern Bali, like Kuta, Legian, Seminyak or Nusa Dua or the forests and rice paddies of Ubud. If you are looking for a quieter beach to relax on Bali, there are lots of choices and on my most recent trip, i visited Lovina Beach in the
More than 5 Million passengers use Faro airport every year to travel to the beautiful Algarve coast in Portugal – and usually bypass the city of Faro. That’s a pity, because Faro has a beautiful old town, quirky street art and great food! Read my Snapshot: Faro you should stop over in Faro before heading
You are living in Europe and need to get away from the dark, cold winter for two weeks. Asia is calling with it’s warm weather and you are looking for a varied experience of city fun, historic sights and beach relaxation. But you want to get away from the beaten path and enjoy South East
Have you been to London and Paris and want to see something new? Are you interested to learn about the stunning architecture that resulted from Christian and Muslim culture mixing? My next Explorer trip is taking me to the Iberian peninsula, starting in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. From there it’s off to Faro on
If you are looking for a destination that allows you to have a experience a beach getaway, nature and history all in one place, Bali in Indonesia is a great place: You can choose from miles of white beaches all around the island, some geared towards party people, some towards romantic getaways. You can also
If you are living in the Asia-Pacific region, Bali is a great getaway destination: It’s close enough for a shorter trip, there is a lot to do, from party-beaches to quiet, romantic beaches and the peaceful forests and rice paddies around Ubud to the many historic temples all over the island. And you can visit
You have decided to venture to Borneo and make Kota Kinabalu your base of exploration? Good choice – there are plenty of options for all types of hotels and budgets available, so let my Travel Made Easy post give you some insights to help you find the best place to stay in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah,
On a previous trip years ago, Luang Prabang in Laos had left one of the deepest impression of all the places I visited. It seemed to exist in a peaceful bubble in a crazy world, bringing calm and relaxation to anybody escaping the frenzied pace of modern life. While I was excited to go back, I