It seems fitting that my first experience of travelling to China was to Guangzhou. It was one of the very first cities in China to open to the outside world. The city is vibrant and diverse and still hosts the oldest and largest trade fair in China. For a well-rounded urban experience mixed with history, ancient…
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A Weekend in Bangkok: What to See and Do in Thailand’s Capital
Bangkok is like no place I’ve ever been, it is a big city in the “land of a thousand smiles,” and one of the most prosperous places I’ve visited. It is rich with sights, smells, and tastes that will take your breath away. You could easily spend weeks in this city getting to know each…
Visiting the Top Temples in Bangkok and Ayutthaya, Thailand
I think it was easy for me to fall in-love with Thailand, both as a Bhakti yogi and as a writer. Never has a place felt more intentional or more symbolic for me than Thailand. The synchronicity of being invited to return to Bangkok just a month after my first visit was not lost on me. There…
China Southern Airlines Business Class Review
The VIP treatment began from the moment I checked in for my China Southern Business Class flight from San Francisco, USA to Guangzhou, China. The 72-hour visa-free transit policy in China makes it easy to fly direct to Guangzhou from the USA. Guangzhou is the ideal hub to start your trip around China or as…
Culinary Tour on a Canal du Midi Barge Cruise, France
After spending one evening on board our Canal du Midi barge, the luxury Savannah, there was one word I was confident of never hearing. That word was hungry. For seven nights and six days, our eyes would feast on the beauty of the Canal du Midi in southern France. Equally, our stomachs and our bodies…
Tours and Activities on Our Luxury Barge Canal Cruise in France
A luxury canal cruise in France elicits images of tree-lined waterways, sipping champagne, and generally sitting back, relaxing and having a good time. There were plenty of moments like this aboard the barge Savannah. For those who like a little more adventure, this barge cruise offers a suite of daily activities ranging from visits to…
Cruising the Canal du Midi: A Luxury Barge Cruise, France
Ancient stone villages built right on the water’s edge pass you by and large iron barriers groan under the pressure of the water that is pushing against them. You are sitting back in a deck chair, relaxing with a glass of French champagne in your hand, watching the sun set on yet another glorious day…
10 Things You Must Do in Chiang Mai, Thailand
I have found the mere mention of Chiang Mai in most instances sparks stories of the city’s illusive pull. Often referred to as Thailand spiritual and wellness hub, there is something about Chiang Mai; despite its ever-growing popularity, a peaceful vibe still pervades and the capital of the north feels worlds away from its busy…
Icefields Parkway: An Incredible Road Trip Through the Canadian Rockies
The Icefields Parkway in Alberta, Canada was simply breathtaking. From the moment the mountains begin to wrap around you, carrying you from Banff to Columbia Icefields near Jasper, you will be captivated by the beauty of your surrounds, each new scene seems more surreal than the next; the colours are vivid, the air has a…
A Luxury Stay at Hotel de Russie, Rome
There’s a reason why millions of people visit Rome every single day, the allure to experience this culturally rich, effortlessly fashionable city is an undeniable force. My first visit was quick, incredibly special and one that I will never forget and I could not possibly have stayed in a more perfect choice from all the five star…
18 Photos That Will Inspire You to Visit Beautiful Northern Utah
Known so well for snowfields and the red rocks, many miss the pleasures and experiences Northern Utah has to offer in the summertime. For the informed few, outdoor adventures, amazing food, and sweeping landscapes are theirs for the taking. As more and more visitors come, the unofficial motto ‘They come for the winter and stay…
Bear Lake Glamping: The Ultimate Summer Activity in Northern Utah
Raspberry shakes and turquoise lakes are this town’s claim to fame, and rightly so. The quaint lakeside town of Bear Lake is pulling out all the stops and giving the big cities on the Northern Utah road map a run for their money. As we drove through the valley to our magical Bear Lake glamping spot, the vivid…