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#Jordantourism #Petra
Jordan, Middle East, Outside India

Rose Red Petra

Petra happened the next day and we left a sleepy Amman at 4 in the morning. Lou dozed off immediately […]

February 17, 2026
Wildlife is a must in kenya tanzania itinerary
Africa, Outside India, Tanzania

Life in Ngorongoro Crater, the cradle of humanity

We left from our campsite in Arusha the next morning around three. It was an unusually early start but our […]

February 17, 2026
#Jordantourism #Amman #Ammanmarket
Jordan, Middle East, Outside India

Philadelphia walk of Amman

My friend Lou and I spent a very relaxing day at Amman before making 2 enjoyable day trips. We luxuriated […]

February 17, 2026
#Jordantourism #Ammanstreetart
Jordan, Middle East, Outside India

Jordan Ahoy

Out of everything amazing that Jordan has to offer, 3 things stand out in my mind- the Jordanians themselves, Dead […]

February 17, 2026
Food Thoughts, Guest Posts, Philippines, Travel Extras

Resorts World Manila is a Haven for Foodies

The Philippines has truly become a melting pot for many cultures. In this small, yet vibrant, country, visitors can find […]

February 17, 2026
#travelblog #Macau #maverickbird
Asia, China, Outside India

Bittersweet Macau memories

Macau is the most densely populated place on earth but on that day in the heart of its winding alleys a […]

February 17, 2026
#travelblog #Macau #maverickbird
Asia, China, Outside India

The two faces of Macau

During all my years of traveling very few places have let me down and hardly any have left a bad […]

February 17, 2026
#travelblog #Hongkong #maverickbird
Asia, China, Outside India

A cat and mouse chase in HongKong

My daughter Noni was very young when we visited together to Hong Kong and even though it was an expensive […]

February 16, 2026
#travelblog #Hongkong #maverickbird
Asia, China, Outside India

Wan Chai ghosts and ancient villages of HongKong

Wan Chai happened out of boredom and took up so much of unnecessary time,that I could not pay much attention to the […]

February 16, 2026
#travelblog #Hongkong #maverickbird
Asia, China, Outside India

Life in a goldfish bowl in HonKong

The park where I wished to sit and daydream turned out to be the famous Yuen Po Bird Market.Rows of […]

February 16, 2026
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