Travel Itineraries
Travel the World 4 Less
Category: Travel
Bali, A Dream Come True
The welcome at Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport was not what I envisioned. I had arranged for a transfer to my villa and the swarm of men that greeted me shouting taxi, taxi, was unexpected. ‘Swarm’ may be a bit of an exaggeration, but…
Eye Candy
Singapore is a fine city. I mean it. There is a fine for just about everything, or at least that’s the way it seems. This is not to be taken lightly. Singapore means business in administering fines to those who willfully break their laws….
High Rises and Affordable Shopping
Kuala Lumpur, to me, is the land of high rise buildings and affordable shopping. The architecture is modern and pleasantly pleasing to the eyes, but one can easily get a strain from craning their necks looking up at all the tall buildings. Plus, they…
Two Weddings, A Funeral And More
It is funny how the unexpected happens to you even while enjoying a bespoke vacation. In all my planning and preparation, I did not expect that I would be in attendance at two weddings and a funeral. All this took place on the beautiful…
Growing Too Old For This? Naaah!
In less than 24 hours my journey to four countries in the Southeast Asia region will begin. Last minute to-do’s have put me into a tailspin and I am feeling a bit overwhelmed. The reasons being: it is either a case of putting off…
A Traveling Mother’s Dilemna
What can I say about mother’s that has not been said already? Mother’s Day is the day we express loving sentiments to mothers for their unconditional love, tireless devotion and loving care of their offspring. I, with the rest of my siblings, and like…
Fleeting and Enduring Friendships
Making friends when you travel is not a hard thing to do, at least not for me. It can begin with a smile, a casual comment or shared humor. Neither party may intend to become lifelong friends, but, as the saying goes, one thing…
Earth Month is Everyday
“The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.” – Psalms 24:1 No one can claim to have been present when the earth was created. However, the Genesis account in the Bible tells us everything was made…
Bimshire for Spring
I like spring. It is not my favorite season, summer is. Nonetheless, I like springtime if only for the simple reason that after being cooped up indoors for most of winter I can now spring into action and enjoy more of the outdoors. I…
Alter-ego Lifestyles
What kind of lifestyle do you lead when on vacation? Does your alter-ego show up and you suddenly morph into the suppressed personality you always want to be? How do you behave when you are far away from the prying eyes of neighbors, family…
Food – Choice or Chore
Countries that bank on tourism as a part of their economy, usually have a supporting gastronomy culture that peaks the interest of every tourist they attract. Restaurants, food shops and entrepreneurial vendors abound to feed the weary traveler. Besides exploring national sites and attractions,…
Best Graduation Gift
Graduating ceremonies for the class of 2018 for senior-year students in academia will begin some time in May. Students are already prepping for their last act in school. Year book photos are being taken, cap and gown orders underway, and invitations to attend the…
