Want to see CEOs sitting alongside day labourers?  Interested in a good meal while you do it? Well then, Singapore is your type of place. While in most places a food court would make me cringe in fear and loathing, in Singapore it elicits uncontrollable Pavlovian drooling and the sure knowledge that my next meal […]

Special offers—particularly where travel is concerned—are imperfect for the most part. They’re either too restrictive, not really what you want, or more of a compromise than you would like. But then there are the rare gems you need to take a closer look at. With the Six Countries Special, Wilderness Safaris has created a special offer that’s […]

Beach shack chic is hard to come by in the Caribbean, and while shiny infinity pools and jaw-dropping architecture have their place, there is no better antidote to city life than the effortless pairing of sand, sky, and weathered wood. Where: Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos Why: Here at Parrot Cay, sunsets are best enjoyed […]

Any region that includes the word Sahara instantly suggests a high degree of nothingness. Seemingly in the middle of nowhere, Morocco has a totally unexpected slice of magic. Not only is it surprising to see what’s on your plate, it’s always a mystery where you’ll actually find it. Where: Dar Ahlam, Skoura, Morocco What: Rice balls […]

We’ve never attempted to hide our love for New York, and it’s arguably at its height during the summer months. Outdoor events abound, patios are swarmed, and parks filled with life. The choices of things to see and do are endless, and so many options can get a little overwhelming. What (and where) are New […]

The beachside pool is the best of both worlds: nature’s spectacular view combined with man-made safety and climate control. Where: Baraza Resort & Spa, Bwejuu Beach, Zanzibar Why: Something you may not know is that while most of the beaches of Zanzibar are idyllic and perfect for sunbathing, the water itself is not. The tides on the […]

In Vietnam, the simplest ingredients are combined in countless different ways to create culinary magic. The best part is that each region does a dish just differently enough to make you want to try it again and explore new flavours. Where: Six Senses Con Dao, Vietnam What: Banh Xeo. A delicious combination of a crispy rice flour […]

Try looking for a guidebook on Puglia, the “heel” of Italy’s boot. The few resources you will find are mere footnotes in the context of the volumes written about Italy’s more frequented destinations. I think it’s because Puglia’s most extraordinary moments cannot be tightly scripted. Puglia is certainly not lacking in dramatic coastlines, fertile farmland, […]

Our tour guide points out the window toward a smooth-barked tree towering in the distance. “A ceiba tree, sacred to the ancient Mayans, was believed to be a bridge between the planes of existence: heaven, earth, and Xibalba, ‘place of fright’, where we are going today.” Actun Tunichil Muknal, or the the ATM caves, are […]

The bush pool: it’s not always a necessity, but when you’ve worked up a sweat trying to count all the wildebeest in the Serengeti, you’ll certainly be glad it’s there. Where: Nomad’s Lamai Serengeti, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Why: After a morning spent watching literally thousands of wildebeest taking a cooling—yet terror filled—swim across the Mara River […]

What? On my plate in Quebec and no photo of a poutine? I like the frites, gravy and cheese curd combo at least as much as the next guy, but sometimes even the staunchest starchist needs a breather. Where: Auberge Sur Mer, Saint-Simeon, Quebec What: Shrimp, shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp, garnished with a hard-boiled […]

I’ve got a whole new angle on my travel and it’s very enlightening. Here’s what I learned looking up during my recent trip to southern Italy. • Even the most dignified statue looks really silly wearing a pigeon hat. • Church steeples embellished with skulls and crossbones do not have a very subtle marketing message. • I was […]

A whole bay of traditional dark wooden boats, all painted white. Was this someone’s idea of a joke? Were they drinking? This was the general sentiment overheard on the dock in Halong Bay while I waited to board my junk, the Halong Jasmine. A sister boat with both the Halong Violet and the Halong Ginger, each […]

This is the place to watch day turn into night, as the twinkling lights of the strip come alive, and the wholesome afternoon vibe turns into a heady, fulsome fun. Where: Fasano Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Why: Rio is full of rooftop pools. All along the Copacabana and Ipanema beachfronts there are a plethora of pools for […]

Some suggest that pizza originated in China. Others say Greece. Others still, say the Punjab. Perhaps they’re all right, but I’m going to go with Italy on this one. Even if they didn’t invent the dough wheel, they unquestionably made it great. Where: Some little town near Siena, Italy What: Pizza. Plain, simple, and outrageously delicious. Even […]

Sometimes it’s about the journey and the destination. Brazil’s massive and magnificent coastline houses many hidden treasures that are well worth seeking out, even if it takes a wee while to arrive there. On a recent trip to Brazil I found a particularly challenging route to reach a remote beach lodge. The first part of the […]