Luang Prabang, laid-back and hassle-free
Laos is a relative newcomer to the list of popular Southeast Asian destinations, and Luang Prabang, in the north, is its star city. A UNESCO World Heritage City, Luang Prabang (or LP for short) counts […]
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My favourite country
When I tell people I have visited over 50 countries, they often ask me: “So, which one is your favourite?” Sorry to disappoint you. There isn’t just one. In fact, I would re-visit most countries without […]
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The birth of a website
How often do you get to witness the birth of a brand new website? Well, if you’re reading this on August 21, 2013, you happen to be here on the day that my bright new […]
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My first visit to Kingston – a budget breakdown.
I arrived in Kingston for the first time this past July without a map, and without much of an idea of how I was going to spend the next 45 hours. This was part of […]
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Walking in Crete
(Updated: July 2018) So you’re thinking of walking or hiking in Crete? Excellent choice! The southernmost and largest of the Greek Islands offers beaches, sea, sun, and ruins of ancient civilizations. But it’s also a […]
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Review of Tir Nan Og (Kingston, Canada)
A sudden rain shower chases me into the nearest restaurant and, as luck would have it, it is none other than Tir Nan Og, an Irish pub occupying one of the oldest buildings in Kingston. […]
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To tour or not to tour – Part 1 (when to go on a package tour)
When does it make sense to go on a package tour? One of the aims of BigTravelNut is to encourage you to travel independently, and show you how to do so economically. However, there are […]
