Four marvellous libraries from around the world
Every time I enter a library, it feels as if I am on a pilgrimage to a holy shrine. I stroll through the corridors, surrounded by meditative silence, the familiar…
We fell in love with Cuba!
Suzanne Al Houby, Founder and CEO & the First Arab Woman to Summit Everest takes us into a detailed journey on why she fell in love with Cuba! Cuba…
Finding Unsurpassable Kindness in Oman
I have encountered human kindness in every part of the world; yet, the hospitality and generosity that flow out of the Omani heart are unsurpassable, for they run deeply…
By the Enchanted Lakes of Bhutan
We reached Jigmelangtsho – the Ox Lake – at the end of our third hiking day on the Druk Path of Bhutan. The trail had taken us through bud-covered…
Remaining Calm and Gaining Perspective amidst the Coronavirus Frenzy
For the past few weeks, the Coronavirus news has taken the world by surprise, leading to reactions of panic, and often diverting our attention away from challenges that are much…
Feathers in your hat
From the beginning of time, humans have been standing in awe in front of the mountains spellbound by enchantments that remain all-powerful to our days. The rough paths and indomitable…
7 Bucket list destinations for 2020
The world often seems to be too large, overflowing with corners of breathtaking beauty. There are natural landscapes oozing serenity, and human creations destined to influence, encourage, and inspire all…
16 UNESCO Heritage Sites you should visit in 2020
Although the recognition of a place as a UNESCO World Heritage Site may often seem like a cliché to which we do not pay much attention anymore, it represents a…
A "Thank you" from our heart
The year's end is approaching fast, and, amidst all the preparations – the cookies, the family gatherings, the traveling arrangements, the gift wrapping, and the singing – many thoughts flood…
Six Beloved Memories from 2019
Another year is coming to its end and, unavoidably, we all indulge in reminiscing the experiences of the past twelve months, recalling feelings, achievements, explorations, adventures, people, discussions, colors, and…
5 easy ways to be a responsible traveler
There was a time when traveling was the privilege of the few. Over the past few decades, though, the economic and technological changes have made every spot on the earth…
Transformational Traveling: a Process Towards Discovering your own Identity
The ideal traveling experience differs among various people. For some, a trip provides the best opportunity to unwind. Others are eager to visit new places, learn about new cultures, test…
A glance on Bhutan's countryside through 15 pastoral pictures
Despite its increasing popularity, Bhutan is still a country of unspoiled natural beauty, the elegance of which is carefully guarded by protective dragons, gods, and humans alike. Here are fifteen…
Portraits from around the world
Men fishing at Prato (Italy) Going through the photo albums of my travelling years, I realise that most of my pictures revolve around still-life themes, be they landscapes, cities,…
Story-hunting in Lebanon
Photo credits: unknown The authentic heart of a country (especially an unknown one) is uncovered only through the stories of its people. Some of these stories are significant and inspirational,…
