Peggy’s Cove to Lunenburg: Exploring Nova Scotia’s South Shore
Nova Scotia is about so much more than Halifax. A wonderful city though it is,[…]
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Peggy’s Cove to Lunenburg: Exploring Nova Scotia’s South Shore
Nova Scotia is about so much more than Halifax. A wonderful city though it is, and worth a day or two of your trip, it is also a jumping off point for exploring the rest of the province. Nova Scotia is a land of gentle hills, endless forest and rocky shorelines straight off a chocolate box, with their fishing villages, clapboard cottages and picturesque views,[…]
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The best things to do in Halifax Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia. This peninsula on the eastern coast of Canada conjures up images of rugged coastlines, quaint fishing villages and a friendly people with a rich history. And at the heart of the province, in more ways than one, is the city of Halifax. Often overlooked by visitors in favour of the buzzing metropolises of Toronto and Montreal further west, or used as a mere[…]
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Wolfville wineries and more: A perfect food and drink tour in Nova Scotia
An hour’s drive north of Halifax, Nova Scotia, the small town of Wolfville and its neighbour, Port Williams, have gained a reputation for their high quality wineries, breweries and distilleries. Together with an active foodie scene, this region makes for the perfect day trip from the provincial capital. Organised tours of the Wolfville wineries abound, but why not grab yourself a designated driver and make[…]
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The ultimate Tower of London visit: Everything you need to know
The Tower of London is one of the icons of the British capital. Still standing proudly on the banks of the River Thames, the Tower dates back to the 11th century and has been a bastion of the nation since the first stone was laid. But what is it like visiting the Tower of London, and why should you include it on your visit to the city?
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Where to go in Taipei, Taiwan – My top 7 city highlights
Taiwan is a country which is only just starting to get noticed on the tourist trail. A legacy of the Chinese anti-communist movement (the Kuomintan government under Chang Kai-Shek escaped here when Mao Tse-Tung took over on the mainland) and a lengthy period of Japanese occupation, not to mention a Taiwanese heritage all its own, the country was seen as less advanced than some of[…]
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Shatrunjaya: Exploring the Jain pilgrimage site of Palitana, Gujarat
We arrived at Shatrunjaya early in the morning, and it was just as well. Situated in the town of Palitana, just over an hour’s drive from Bhavnagar in the western Indian state of Gujarat, Shatrunjaya holds tremendous significance to followers of the Jain religion. A massive temple complex built on top of a hill that dominates the surrounding landscape, 23 of the 24 tirthankars who[…]
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Dharavi slum: The entrepreneurial heart of Mumbai
Slumdog Millionaire. That is what most people know of Dharavi slum. Images of young boys running barefoot through narrow alleyways, of poverty and hardship. Or maybe you picture rough shanties leaning up against the railway lines. However you’ve heard of Dharavi, the images it conjures are bound to be negative. I’ve visited slums before, notably Kibera in Nairobi, Kenya, so was keen to experience what[…]
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Visit Kolkata: Top sites you shouldn’t miss in India’s former capital
The name Kolkata is woven into the history of India. Formerly known as Calcutta, and once the capital of the British Raj, this sprawling city is located in the north-eastern state of West Bengal, close to the border with Bangladesh, and buzzes with energy and life. Kolkata has a reputation for extreme poverty and overwhelming sensation. Whilst the former is definitely true – poverty is[…]
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Ulster travel: Discovering the highlights of the nine counties of Ulster
Ulster. The name of the province is synonymous with Northern Ireland, but did you know that Ulster province is made up of more than just the six counties of the north? Having visited every county in Ulster for myself, I know that each one has its own character and highlights. If your Ulster travel knowledge needs a boost, here are some great suggestions for what[…]
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Slemish: Discover St Patrick’s Mountain in Northern Ireland
I have been a regular visitor to Northern Ireland over many years, visiting the town of Ballymena, County Antrim. And anyone familiar with the approach to Ballymena will recognise Slemish. Towering over the surrounding flat landscape, Slemish is unmistakable and, when the mists clear, unmissable. It is also St Patrick’s mountain. The story goes like this: at the age of 16, the teenager who would[…]
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