Cuba is a country known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning architecture. From the colorful streets of Havana to the pristine beaches of Varadero, there is no shortage of beauty to be found in this Caribbean island nation. … Read More

The ancient city of Bagan dating back to the 9th century is the most coveted site in Myanmar attracting not only foreigners but also thousands of Burmese pilgrims every year. Originally, nearly 10,000 monuments were erected between the 9th and … Read More

Gazing at towering limestone pillars in Halong Bay should be on everyone’s list when visiting Vietnam. I won’t sugarcoat the less attractive aspects of Halong Bay, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. It’s riddled with hundreds of junk boats (ruining its … Read More

Egypt has some of the oldest and most significant historical monuments in the world, many of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. This is the land of pharaohs and queens with eyes the color of coal, ancient … Read More

Quintana who? Yuca-what? Both of these peculiar names are states in Mexico – mostly attracting vacationers, sunbathers and party-makers to the beach resort towns of Cancun, Riviera Maya and Playa del Carmen. But there’s more to these Caribbean destinations than just farniente on the powdery-white beaches. If you’re keen … Read More

When people think of India, an image of its most famous iconic monument certainly comes to mind: The Taj Mahal. It’s been photographed hundreds of thousands of times while being featured on magazine covers, uploaded on social media feeds and … Read More

Anuradhapura, the ancient sacred city of Sri Lanka, thrived as the political and religious capital of Sri Lanka over the course of 1300 years. A sudden invasion abruptly ended its reign in 993. With its dagobas (stupas) and temples dating … Read More