Archive for February, 2013

Guide to Jamaica Festivals

Guide to Jamaica Festivals

Jamaica: say the word and it conjures the sweet sound of reggae, taken in with a splash of rum on a white sandy beach. You will indeed find these things on this vibrant Caribbean jewel, but there’s much more to it than that. (more...)
Ladakh – Discovering The Land of the Indus

Ladakh – Discovering The Land of the Indus

By Sarah Jacobs It was one of those regular holiday ideas that turned into one of the most fascinating discoveries of my life. High in the Tibetan plateau region in the northernmost part of India, in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, is the rugged and awe- inspiriing Ladakh. Little…
Valentine’s Day Shopping Without the Headache

Valentine’s Day Shopping Without the Headache

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about the ideal gift for your partner. The close proximity of Valentine’s Day to Christmas may mean that all your inspiration has been used up treating your loved one to the perfect Christmas gift. However, finding the ideal…
Guide to Bali Festivals

Guide to Bali Festivals

Indonesia’s most popular tourist destination, Bali is a magical place that just about anyone would enjoy visiting. The only real question is when to go, so here is a list of some of the year’s important festivals to help guide your decision. Keep in mind that these follow a lunar…