The Ten Thousand Buddhas

The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, located in Sha Tin, Hong Kong, is a famous Buddhist temple known for its stunning setting and the thousands of Buddha statues found throughout the complex. The monastery is a popular attraction and a significant Buddhist religious site in Hong Kong. The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Hong Kong was foundedContinue reading “The Ten Thousand Buddhas”

Yokohama Cruise Port To Tokyo

Cruise Port of Yokohama to Central Tokyo And Narita Airport Getting to and from your cruise in Yokohama can be a challenge. Taxis and transfers can be expensive and navigating public transportation requires a bit of research and dealing with a difficult language issue. In years of traveling the world, Japan was probably the mostContinue reading “Yokohama Cruise Port To Tokyo”

Port Of Call Columbo, Sri Lanka

The Capital of Sri Lanka, Columbo is an interesting mix of a modern metropolis and traditional Asian city. Winding streets packed with small shops and stalls mixed in with skyscrapers, temples, city markets and parks. Sri Lanka is officially a Buddhist country, while Sri Lankans practice a variety of religions. About 70% of Sri LankansContinue reading “Port Of Call Columbo, Sri Lanka”

Cruising Alaska This Summer?

Read About Getting To Your Vancouver Cruise Port HERE… Exploring The Cruise Ports Of Alaska Already booked an Alaska cruise or maybe you’re only thinking about one, we’ve got some great information to help you get the most from that Alaska trip. First, chances are you’ll be sailing from Vancouver, Canada and you can saveContinue reading “Cruising Alaska This Summer?”

Bar Hopping Around The World

Happy hour is a ritual in our house and just because we’re traveling is no reason to leave it at home. Often we take the opportunity to sample famous libations in cities we visit. On a recent trip the Singapore Sling at Raffles was unfortunately just too expensive – $70 plus for two drinks wasContinue reading “Bar Hopping Around The World”