Author: Mohamed Adam
I’ve opted for a ‘travel post’ with a difference… with distances counted in mere metres rather than flight hours, and by that I’m referring to my having learnt to swim in the open sea. As some may recall, poor spinal health semi-forced a change in lifestyle and priorities a few years ago, and both the…
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Traveling to La Paz, Mexico, is a fantastic choice if you’re looking to experience a beautiful coastal city with a blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and outdoor adventures. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you plan your trip: Airport: The main airport serving La Paz is Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (LAP). It’s…
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Hauntingly beautiful, the solitary Burmis Tree calls out to photographers around the world. Here on the eastern edge of Crowsnest Pass Alberta, the 700 year old timber stands as a cultural symbol of resilience. Every once in awhile you come across unique views that make you to pause and pull over the vehicle. The eye-catching,…
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“The locals hate tourists on bicycles.” It is a discouraging introduction from our Amsterdam cycling guide, as the rain pelts down mercilessly on our waterproof ponchos. “Whatever you do don’t stop in the middle of the bike path and get in an Amsterdam cyclist’s way. They are on their way to work or home and…
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The Enchanting Beauty of Moraine LakeNestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Moraine Lake is a place of such breathtaking beauty that it seems almost too perfect to be real. Situated in Banff National Park in Alberta, this glacially-fed lake, with its strikingly vivid turquoise waters and encircling snow-capped peaks, has captured the imaginations…
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When observing zebras in South Africa a few years ago, I began pondering. Why is a zebra black and white? What is the function of those zebra stripes? Why are zebras so unique within the Equus genus, which includes stripe-less horses, asses, and donkeys? To my surprise, there is no consensus. Why are the stripes of a…
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When looking out across the Wadi Rum landscape in southern Jordan, one truly gets the impression of being on another world. To tour Wadi Rum, with its red-hued terrain of mountains and hills jutting out of the vast sands, makes one’s jaw drop. Why on earth is the Wadi Rum desert so unique? What environmental…
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The Alto Douro region in northern Portugal, commonly called the Douro Valley, is a sculpted wonder to see. What allows the Alto Douro to stand out in contrast to other amazing locales in the world? The steep hills, deep valleys and snaking rivers are incredibly awe inspiring on their own. Yet, it’s the artistic sculpting…
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As dawn breaks, fog encircles the minarets of Istanbul’s Blue Mosque. Sipping Turkish coffee, we listen to the calls to prayer reverberating from mosques throughout the city, where Asia and Europe meet. A decade ago we fell in love with Turkey. It is a love of the people, the culture, the food and the rich,…
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Should you be planning to get on a bus for a day trip to Australia’s famous Great Ocean Road, we suggest you disembark the bus immediately. Drive the Great Ocean Road and do it as slowly as your time allows. A several day journey provides the luxury of stopping frequently, discovering hidden gems and avoiding…
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