Local markets should be on every travel itinerary and here’s why: for food lovers there’s fresh local produce on vivid display, exotic ingredients to get you excited, plus cheap eats, more affordable shopping, and edible souvenirs. Local markets also provide delicious insights into local life, a chance to interact with locals, photo opps galore, and … Read more
Verona is captivating and it’s the history and romance of Verona, real and imagined, that make it so. Romance oozes from every polished marble street and cobblestone laneway, from the remnants of the ancient Roman city of Veronia scattered about the place to the splendour of the Renaissance palpable on every square presided over by … Read more
How to be a greener traveller isn’t rocket science but it requires a commitment to travelling more sustainably and leaving a lighter footprint, to making more conscious eco-friendly decisions about what you pack, the transport you use, places you stay, things you do, what you eat, and what you buy. It means travelling with a … Read more
Sustainable souvenirs to buy in Southeast Asia include anything that’s handmade and handcrafted, fair trade and ethically-produced rather than factory-made, and locally created rather than imported. Traditional crafts, art and artisanal wares, along with eco-friendly, pre-loved, recycled, and up-cycled things are all good sustainable choices. Elephant pants are not. There’s a reason I’m singling out … Read more
Where to eat in Chinatown Bangkok overwhelmed us on our first visit to the Thai capital over 25 years ago. There were a bewildering number of eating options then and there are even more now, from old-school seafood restaurants to lane-way noodle joints and glam shop-house fine-diners. If you also find the Chinatown eating options … Read more