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Posted on July 23, 2009 - by Liz

Hill Stations in India

In the fall of 2008, I did the public train and bus thing in India and went to three hill stations north of Delhi. It was a trip I will not forget. The sweet-strange smell of India is forever etched in my scent memory. Here are some highlights: (more…)

Posted on July 11, 2009 - by Liz

First time for solo travel? Try a short retreat

Thinking of solo travel for the first time? If you are contemplating it and feeling gun shy, I would suggest a short retreat as your first trip. Short retreats are great because they give you a taste of what it’s like to travel solo without the big commitment. They’re liberating — a real confidence-builder. (more…)

Posted on May 17, 2009 - by Liz

The Earth Oven: Hangi

Last year while I was touring around the south island of New Zealand on my own, I had an opportunity to attend a Hangi – this is a traditional way of cooking food in a covered pit using hot rocks… derived from the wonderful Maori culture – a culture I am quite fond of and fascinated by. (more…)

Posted on April 29, 2009 - by Liz

Hostels: they aren’t just for the young.

I used to think that hostels were just for the under 25 set, but because of the economic downside, more people of all ages are looking for a cost-efficient alternative … (more…)