The best and worst of Seminyak
“Seminyak was my best ever holiday,” said one friend who visited on his honeymoon. “Avoid it at all costs,” said another, who has visited Bali several times. Such mixed reviews […]
Tag: beaches
Things to know about the Gili Islands
Do your research A nervousness filled my stomach from the moment we parted with 400,000R for a return boat from Padang Bai to the Gili Islands. Would the shuttle arrive […]
Kefalonia: Visiting in the off-season
THERE’S not many places in Europe you can visit at the end of October and still be guaranteed warmth and sunshine. But the Greek islands, as well as being a […]
Cuba – Stepping out of the tourist spots
HAVANA seems to be the place to be right now but when planning my Cuba trip I knew I wanted to stay out of the typical touristy spots after leaving the […]
Miami South Beach – where the party don’t stop
There are few places in the world that can compare to the laid back atmosphere and care free attitude of South Beach, Miami. With long stretches of white, sandy beaches, music blaring along Ocean […]
All the fun of a Newquay “palace”
IN my quest to visit more of the British coasts I found my way to Newquay. The town has become a favourite in the summer with stag and hen parties, […]
Everyone likes to be beside the seaside
EVER since I was a kid, a day at the seaside has always meant donkey rides, eating candy floss and getting some chunky chips on the way home. Except having […]