The room was dark even though it was already 9:30am. The wooden shutters of Riad Star kept out any clue of the sunlight and we had to dress and leave since we were signed up for the 10:30am cooking class at Dar Les Cigognes and I’d been looking forward to this for weeks. I found the…
Arriving at Our Jungle House (OJH) was like going back to childhood when I had a treehouse in my backyard. Oftentimes I would pretend that I was surrounded by jungle, rivers, wildlife, and curious monkeys. Today, I didn’t need to pretend – it was my reality. Getting to Our Jungle House From Surat Thani As…
As we pulled into the rocky driveway of Temple Tree Resort on Langkawi the sun was just starting to dip into the ocean, casting a beautiful orange light through the trees and onto the cobblestone path towards the reception area. We were welcomed with a delicious pineapple mint tea which was slightly effervescent and helped…
There are places in the world where one simply can’t thrive as a vegan and it’s possible Dubrovnik might be one of these places. While many of the national foods are meat based and the pastas are laced with cheese there is one popular dish that can help you through your visit. Enter Blitva Though…
Amsterdam, the city famous for indulgences is also a great place to detox and eat clean. Whether eating vegan is a lifestyle choice or you’re repenting for too many travel treats, take a look at the healthier side of Amsterdam with these delicious vegan restaurants. Oh, and don’t worry about the protein, most vegan food…
In a city where ham is an acceptable form of ceiling it might be incredibly challenging to keep a vegan or even vegetarian diet in Madrid. Where’s one to turn when Museo del Jamon is on every street corner? Eat at Rayen Vegano Rayen Vegano is simply adorable. The decor is welcoming and humble, the…
Barcelona is known for their famous Creme Catalan, La Boqueria Market with the massive butcher section, and Las Ramblas which is home to many overpriced paella dishes. So where is one to find a good meal? Forget about ordering the veggie sandwiches as they usually come with tuna. The following restaurants are 100% vegan, but…
Visiting Amsterdam is wonderful for so many reasons: lush greenery, tranquil alleyways, and the simple beauty of the slow rhythm of life, some things about Amsterdam just never change. However a new trend is taking root and doesn’t appear to be going anywhere: the city is taking major strides towards becoming an even greener destination….
It’s common knowledge that you’re just as likely to see a traffic jam of bikes as you are to see cars in the heart of Amsterdam. In fact, the city has more bikes than people! More so than most European cities, Amsterdam is constantly lessening their impact on the environment and encouraging their residents to…
Everyone knows about the Aya Sofia, the Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar, but what about those who want to scratch a little more off the surface? Try these fun activities to get into the spirit of Istanbul like a local while being a responsible traveler. Hit the Thrift Shops Istanbul is the bridge between…