Cuba – a country of “indefinable magic”

“Timeworn but magnificent, dilapidated but dignified, fun yet maddeningly frustrating – Cuba is a country of indefinable magic. “  This is how Lonely Planet describes Cuba. And say that the time is now to visit Cuba before things change! I Read more…


Star gazing in Callosa, Spain

Callosa is in the region of Valencia on the west coast of Spain in the Province of Alicante. It is famous for Nespero or Japanese Loquart, which is a kind of seasonal fruit- a cross between a peach and an Read more…


Tobogganing in Dubai

Yeah that’s me in the photo, leaning against the red plastic boat for support. Unfortunately, poor photo shot.  I’d relied on a stranger to take the photo. This is the second most exhilarating experience that I have ever had. And Read more…


Stepping Into The Void, Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix

What an experience! Definitely a ‘once in a life time’ experience. Stepping into the Void is not for the faint hearted.  The adrenaline you get is beyond description!  The Aiguille du Midi is a 3842m peak in the Mont Blanc Read more…


Snorkelling – Red Sea, Hurghada, Egypt

The idea of wearing a mask, a tube and a pair of swimming fins that will open up and enable you to see life under water fascinated me. I remember that when I asked my daughter  about snorkelling, she bought me Read more…


Ancient water town, Xitang, China

Xitang is a very charming ancient water town about two hours drive from Shanghai. It is known for its cobbled streets and 104 bridges that are built in varying styles and arching over several canals. It was indeed a delightful Read more…