Saturday Night: In Search of Some Blocos Today we toured the city and I finally got to see the Christ the Redeemer statue up close. Fog filled the sky creating zero visibility. I planned to revisit later in the week….
Carnival: Rio de Janeiro I have always wanted to visit Rio de Janeiro to experience Carnival. I decided to take the opportunity to visit Rio when the Carnival was happening. It is the biggest Carnival in the world with 2…
A Visit to Lamanai Ruins As an elementary student I remember reading about the Mayan Civilization and imagining one day setting foot on the historical site. The photographs are breathtaking and marvellous but actually climbing up these temples is a…
Lake Titicaca – A Homestay on Amantani Island and Visiting the Uros Floating Islands If you are in Puno, Peru it is an absolute must that you visit Lake Titicaca. It is one of the highest lakes in the world…
My Passenger Log: Antarctica I was fortunate to be able to join an expedition to Antarctica on the ship m/v Plancius.The 12-day cruise encompassed the Weddell Sea and Antarctica Peninsula. The following is my account of a personal journey to…
Experiencing the Live Tsukiji Tuna Auction In order to know more about Tokyo before traveling there, I did some research on the activities and tourist spots there. I noticed the presence of the Tsukiji Fish Market Live Tuna Auction on…
Exploring Bolivia & Facing the Infamous Death Road During my travels to South America, I slated 10 days to explore Bolivia — a geographically diverse country in the heart of the continent. Beforehand, I must admit I didn’t know much…
Cerro Rico: Exploring the World’s Highest Active Mine Cerro Rico is an active mine located in the city of Potosí, which proudly holds the title of the world’s highest major city at an impressive 4,090 meters above sea level. Tours…