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BackpackingFebruary 16, 2012

Budapest’s Royal and Regal Palaces and Castles

Hundreds of years of history, empire, wealth and culture shape the now unified sister cities of Buda and Pest. In my previous post, A traveler's journal: meandering Budapest's Streets, I took you through some of the city's more off-beat, religious and cultural attractions. In this post let's dive …

HostelingFebruary 7, 2012February 7, 2012

7 Super Shots Photo Game

I recently had the pleasure of contributing a photo to the launch of Hostel Booker's fun travel photo game which showcased 7 exciting travel photos across 7 categories from 7 different travel bloggers. Now, it's time for…

BackpackingJanuary 23, 2012January 23, 2012

A Traveler’s Journal: Meandering Budapest’s Streets

With its origins dating back to the 9th century, Budapest was officially formed in 1873 when the cities of Buda, Pest and Obuda were unified. Once hailed as the heart of Europe and the Pearl of the Danube, it can be e…

BackpackingDecember 23, 2011

The Friday Traveller’s Photo Feature – Plitvice Lakes

Hello friends, I'm excited to announce a new weekly photo feature I'm starting. One of the things I enjoy the most about traveling is the opportunity to capture amazing moments and destinations which I can then share …

BackpackingJune 8, 2011June 22, 2011

Iguazu Falls, the Devils Throat and Wild Beasts: Adventure in Northern Argentina

View part one of this post: A Traveler’s Dream and Natural Wonder of the World – Iguazu Falls in Northern Argentina. My legs pumped furiously. The burn forced a slight grimace. Mossy step after mossy step I launche…

BackpackingNovember 9, 2010March 9, 2011

Norway’s Pristine Fjords, Waterfalls and Mountains

While the city of Bergen is a significant draw with its rich history, beautiful architecture and delicious seafood the real reason people head to the region is the fjords. The western coast of Norway is an incredible mix of breathtaking valleys, lush forests, awe inspiring waterfalls and astoundi…

BackpackingOctober 12, 2010March 9, 2011

A Taste of Scandinavia’s Natural Beauty – HD Video Tour

Youtube not working? View it on Vimeo. The above footage was shot in late June and early July 2010 during my trip to Norway and Denmark. While the majority of the footage is from the western coast of Norway, I've also…

BackpackingSeptember 14, 2010March 9, 2011

A Burgeoning Love for Bergen and Norway’s West Coast

The ancient seaside city of Bergen is one of Norway's best known destinations. Situated in the heart of Norway's spectacular fjord country the city offers a rich history, pristine location, spectacular seafood, and pe…

BackpackingSeptember 13, 2010March 9, 2011

Bergen Bound – A Ferry, Fjords and Fresh Adventure

There's a sensation that every traveler is intimately familiar with. It's that lump in your throat, that nagging dull roar in the back of your mind and the slight quickening of breath as stale adrenaline oozes out you…

BackpackingMarch 1, 2009October 1, 2012

Granada Part IV – The Alhambra

After wiping the sleep out of my eyes, I crawled out of my bunk bed, took a refreshing shower and then stumbled down to the hostel common area. There I chatted with a few friends I'd made over the previous two days. …