In the shadows of Mt Banahaw, located in the Philippines are many mysteries. There are more than 100 cults located in the near area that all pay homage to the Volcano Mt. Banahaw BUT never fear travelers. Every year 100's of thousands visit the location in Delores and then again after they leave Delores once again retreats into a sleepy, quiet wishful area. There is magic. All year round there is JAY HERRERA with his unique blend of lodging, bar and the only restaurant you will ever want to... Read Full Story

When in Delores, Philippines make sure you discover the hospitality of JAY HERRERA and experience the magic of his cuisine. In the shadows of Mt. Banahaw there is no better place for genuine hospitality, great conversation, friendly hosts. There are no menus but who needs them! When JAY get's cooking just sit back, imagine the possibilities and there it is! FABULOUS! When in Delores ask around. Ask for the most hospitable place in town and of course where legendary experiences are found with... Read Full Story

What Traveller has not dreamed of an adventure in Timbuktu? How many actually have ever made the trek? Then again why would you really make the trek? A Siren's call indeed. Check out an admirable account of one seasoned traveller's journal - A Must Read - Rick Antonson's To Timbuktu For A Haircut. " I left Africa personally changed by the gentle harshness I found and a disquieting splendour that found me. Mali was the journey I needed, if not the one I envisioned. And I learned that there's a... Read Full Story

DUBAI KNOWS HOW TO PARTY! JUST BRING A SMILE http://www.skidxb.com/English/Default.aspxIs the summer heat getting you down travelers? Well, take a break in Dubai and get the best of winter fun and summer at the same time! Step inside to the world’s largest indoor Ski Facility. Ski Dubai offers up snow in the desert! Oh for sure Ski and Snow boarders suffering summer withdrawals. Enjoy skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing, or simply throw snowballs at your friends. There is something for... Read Full Story

SKI! SNOWBOARD! GET OUT OF THE SUN! BRING THE FAMILY! DUBAI - AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE. http://www.skidxb.com/English/Default.aspx (All Photos - Courtesy Ski Dubai) Read Full Story

DOG HOUSE HOTEL? THIS IS FOR REAL TRAVELERS! Not for your dog but for you and the family. Pull into the Dog Bark Park Inn outside Cottonwood, Idaho U.S.A., and you’ll be greeted by the world’s largest beagles, Toby and Sweet Willy. While Toby is a 12-foot-tall wood carving, Sweet Willy is literally a dog house — a comfy, modern and kitschy place to crawl into and lay your head for the night. “At Dog Bark Park Inn, sleeping in the doghouse is a good thing!” Wonder if you get a water dish... Read Full Story

Amazing! With peace comes travel. A recent article on KAYAK points to the fact "with peace comes travel". So true. So true. Recently in particular Croatia, Sierre Leone, Afghanistan, Vietnam. Prior to this the European and Japan wars were beads for North American's wishing to revisit centres of conflict for themselves and their families. These areas of conflict are magnets once hostility ends for numerous reasons that go beyond simple interest or marketing efforts. As each war ends the... Read Full Story

Princess Juliana International Airport-Island of Saint Martin. The airport is famous for its short landing strip — only 2,180 metres/7,152 ft. Planes approach the island extremely low on the horizon, right over Maho Beach. Sometimes these planes fly at just 10--20 m/30-60 ft over the heads of paralized numb beach goers. Heck there might even be a tour for the best photograph of a zonked tourist. Bring a second set of shorts dudes. You might need them. Read Full Story

According to the New Zealand Tourism Board Releases, New Zealand is the youngest country on earth. It was the last habitable land mass on Earth to be settled by humans. The focus is on a pure and unchanging environment with innovative approaches to experience the country. Try caving. According to the Maori legend, Ruakuri Caves were discovered centuries ago by their ancestors. A pack of wild dogs lived at the entrance and the Maori name RUA meaning den, and KURI meaning dogs. New experiences... Read Full Story

NEW ZEALAND - A Country that should be really high on your travel list. Sure Asia is currently cool but New Zealand has it's wonders and secrets, it's fabulous people and landscapes you just cannot miss. Psst. This is where the little Hobbits came from. The movie 'Lord of the Rings' was filmed in this fairyland of beauty. TRAVELSAPIEN says " Don't you think it's time? Read Full Story