Visual trickery at the Museum of Illusions, Las Vegas.

Museum of Illusions Las Vegas – review

The Museum of Illusions in Las Vegas is fun, but gets overshadowed by competitors offering similar attractions at a grander scale. Visiting the Las Vegas Museum of Illusions Sometimes an experience is coloured by what comes before it. In my case, that’s certainly true for…
The Moser Glass Factory in Karlovy Vary, Czechia.

Moser glass factory tour, Karlovy Vary | Review

On a tour of the Moser glass factory in Karlovy Vary, it’s possible to find a love for the Czech art of glass. How expensive is Moser glass art? Entering the shop, there really is a temptation to buy. Even for someone not overly inclined…
Spear fishing on Aitutaki, the Cook Islands.

Spear fishing on Aitutaki, The Cook Islands

A fishing trip on one of the most beautiful islands on earth is harder work than expected. A fishing trip with a difference Mike from Black Pearl Fishing Charters takes one look at the afternoon’s current forlorn haul, and turns towards the cabin. “If the…
The cross-island trek on Rarotonga, the Cook Islands.

Hiking across Rarotonga

In the Cook Islands, a trek through the rainforest is a refreshing antidote to lazy lagoon life. Walking with Pa There are few things more humiliating than panting your way up a heart-attack inducing mountain, only to be passed by a bare-footed man in his…
Ferries crossing Sydney Harbour.

Australia’s capital cities – ranked

Australia’s state and territory capitals all have something to offer. You can visit any of them and have a perfectly enjoyable time. But if you’re on holiday and have to pick just one or two, then some discernment is advisable. Luckily, I’m here to put…
View from the top of the Torre di Asinelli, Bologna.

Why Bologna is Italy’s most underrated city

Five reasons to consider Bologna as your next Italian city break. When most people think of an Italian city break, they tend to think in terms of the big trio – Rome, Florence and Venice. But there’s one Italian city that flies under the radar…