Congratulations! You’ve taken the plunge, tied the knot, sealed the deal and said ‘I do’. You’ve well and truly earned some downtime with your new Mr or Mrs. But despite what the movies would have you believe, honeymoons aren’t always without their stresses. Here are our top tips for avoiding honeymoon pitfalls and making your …
A new adults-only museum focused on Bangkok’s notorious Patpong red-light district has opened in the Thai capital. But is it as seedy as it sounds? Jamie Fullerton goes behind the curtain to investigate. It only takes a few seconds after entering Bangkok’s Patpong Museum to realise this isn’t your run-of-the-mill heritage museum. The realisation hits …
Crisscrossed by glacial rivers and streams, alternately covered in scrubland and ancient woodlands, and dotted with myriad ice-melt lakes whose surfaces range from pale blue to navy, Patagonia offers an extraordinary way to encounter nature at its rawest. Covering a massive chunk of southern Chile and Argentina, the region is almost synonymous with adventure. Whether you’re looking to rough …
It’s a universal truth: the turning of the fall foliage is one of the world’s most enchanting natural phenomena, and in the US, it comes in many different iterations. You can drive beneath the amber canopies of New England, watch fiery maples take over the vistas of the northern midwest, or marvel at the golden …
The first date, the first kiss, the first fight, the first trip – these rites of passage form the foundations of an early relationship. Travelling together is especially telling. Does one person want to surf at dawn and the other prefer to laze? Does one perk up and the other shrink back at the prospect …
The memory of your first sea turtle sighting never fades. Whether it’s a turtle swimming gracefully or hatchlings scurrying toward the sea, these moments linger for a lifetime. Wherever your travels take you, you’ll come across unique species in stunning environments, each moment showing you just how rich the ocean truly is. But the sense …
We all know luxury aphrodisiacs like Champagne, chocolate and oysters. But how about asparagus or blowfish? More utilitarian than romantic, unusual aphrodisiacs like these have been in play since humans could procreate. Originally sought after as cures for infertility, these items have become inexorably tied to pleasure. So if you’re looking for a little assistance …
Okay, okay, you caught us: Paris is on this list. How could it not be? It’s the Most Romantic City in the World. But the French capital isn’t the only fun city escape for couples on the planet. There are plenty of lesser-known cities that can sweep your partner off their feet or whisper sweet …
Oman is chock full of adventurous activities to enjoy during the “winter” months and calm beaches where you can cool off during the scorching-hot summer months. The best time to visit this desert country is typically from October through March, when the weather is close to perfect for activities including hiking and camping at the …
If someone asked, “Are you are happy?” what would you say? Well, if you lived in Fiji, there is an almost nine-times-out-of-10 chance you’d say “yes!” According to WIN-Gallup, 89% of Fijians report they are happy, making Fiji one of the happiest countries in the world. And what are the odds that a trip to …