Iceland is an especially popular tourist destination, experiencing a spike in the summer months. Despite being home to just 320,000 residents, the Iceland Review reports that the country expects 2.7 million people to grace the Keflavík Airport this year. Iceland’s tourism board, Visit Iceland, even launched a new tagline — “Better than Space” — that’s guaranteed … Read More
Imagine embarking on a serene journey, gliding through some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes, surrounded by the soothing water lull. A River cruise offers just that – an intimate and immersive way to explore some of the most stunning waterways on the planet. This blog post will take you on a virtual voyage of … Read More
If you’re going on your first white water rafting trip, you’re in for a great time. Some of the best rafting is in the Colorado area around Denver. Beginners to the sport may get addicted to the adrenaline rush of this exciting adventure activity. Here are some tips for beginners to get the most out … Read More
Florida is often associated with glitzy city life and massive theme parks. However, as the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission have stated, there are over 6 million acres of recognized wild areas in Florida – more than in any other state. This isn’t just a number, and there are a number of utterly wild … Read More
Have you ever fished at the mouth of a river, where fresh water meets the salty sea? Imagine dropping a crab pot filled with raw chicken into the depths of the seemingly bottomless lake until the rope gives way to the buoy and then just walking or motoring away for a couple of hours. Miraculously, … Read More
Colorado Springs is famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, stunning scenery and the countless outdoor activities and adventures that await. Every visitor already knows about Pike’s Peak and the Garden of the Gods, and they already have them on their to-do list. Unfortunately when one destination becomes so well-known for just a couple of its … Read More
The beauty of having a boat is the travel freedom it provides. Ironically, that can also be a downside — too many options of where to cruise. Not just short cruises and day trips, but also longer, more exciting adventures. The world is your oyster now! And while Sydney is a great place to call … Read More
This is part two documenting my first film in Indonesia — Be sure to read the beginning before continuing on. Those first few days in Siak were 16+ hour workdays with only 2-4 hours of sleep a night for most of us. In fact on the third night while filming the office scene we … Read More
I had just finished breakfast one morning at EDU Hostel Jogja when a lady came up to me. “Hi, you’re Derek, right?” “Yes I am. What can I do for you?” Little did I know the entire course of my life in Indonesia was about to shift directions! As we talked she showed me a … Read More
Have you ever heard of Bangladesh? It’s okay to say no, you won’t be the first one…and I’m sure you won’t be the last. It’s a small country, originally part of Bengal until 1947 when India gained its independence and Bengal was divided along religious lines into East and West sections. West Bengal merged with … Read More
