Author: Mohamed Adam
“Didn’t your mother tell you it was impolite to stick out your tongue?” The short beaked echidna or spiny anteater was having none of my nonsense. With a tongue that appeared to be as long as his head, the tachyglossus aculeatus lapped at his food as though it might be the last morsel on earth.…
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For three solid days our jaws hung open in awe. Driving Australia’s Great Ocean Road is 243 kilometer trip of eye popping scenes. Miles of deserted beaches, waterfalls, cliffs, koalas and kangaroos make the road trip more of a pulling over and parking frenzy than a car ride. Like kids in a giant candy store…
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“What’s the difference? Isn’t Nordic walking just walking with hiking poles?” When I ask friends, “Have you ever tried Nordic walking?” this is the usual response. I admit it is exactly what I think, when Mandy Johnson, owner of Active By Nature in Canmore, offers to take us Nordic pole walking. My regular hiking poles…
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From the picturesque shores of Lake Windermere to the tranquil beauty of the entire Columbia Valley, those seeking adrenaline and those seeking relaxation, each find an ideal location. The variety of things to do in Invermere, British Columbia and the surrounding adventure playground, makes this an ultimate year round destination. However, come fall, when the…
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Regardless of where you are from or where in Australia you intend to visit, the opportunity to meet some native Australian animals is always a popular bucket list item. My hometown of Brisbane provides plenty of opportunities to see native Australian animals either in a wildlife sanctuary or out and about in the wild. Read…
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It is the vision of endless plastic garbage. When people ask about our cycling trip through Cambodia, the piles of plastic waste are burned into my memory. I politely skip over the sickening recollection of mounds of plastic pollution, and gush about Angkor Wat and the kindness of the Cambodian people. However, the truth is,…
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‘Definitely not much to be seen in Aberdeen’ was the refrain I kept hearing when deciding to stow away on Hubby’s business trip to Scotland. Being the ever optimistic traveler I was certain I could find something of interest in a place that has been on the map for more than a thousand years. Four…
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Biggleswade, a charming market town in Bedfordshire, offers a mix of historical charm and easy access to the surrounding countryside. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend escape or planning a longer stay, renting a car in Biggleswade can be a great way to explore the local area at your own pace. If you’re new to…
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It is the dreaded moment of any road trip. A flat tire or a vehicle gasping for its last breath. Worse yet coming upon an accident or being involved in one. What to bring on a road trip is not all about snacks and sunscreen I am sad to say. Through some tough experiences of…
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From the rugged coastline of Western Newfoundland to the serene beaches of New Zealand lies a striking contrast of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Yet the Bay of Islands Newfoundland and the Bay of Islands New Zealand share a surprising common feature. While two bays bearing the same name may seem plausible, having them named…
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