Saturday, 30 November 2024

Valencia Long Weekend - Airport Transfers & Accommodation

Valencia Long Weekend ๐Ÿ‚ Airport Transfers and Accommodation Every street seems to have 2 or 3 hairdressers. So even if you can't find a place to eat you'll be immaculately groomed. https://www.sandspice.com/valencia-long-weekend/ #Valencia #Hotel #Spain #food #accommodation

Friday, 29 November 2024

Kota Kinabalu, Borneo

Kota Kinabalu, Borneo ๐ŸŸ Visit the central fish and fruit markets Kota Kinabalu offers a great selection of fresh products as well as stalls selling fried savouries & a good selection of open-air eateries. https://www.sandspice.com/kuantan-kota-kinabalu/ #KotaKinabalu #Borneo #Malaysia

Thursday, 28 November 2024

Lion Air Inflight Experience

Lion Air ๐Ÿ›ฌ How do budget Asian airlines compare? Although not scoring high in airline ratings, our Lion Air inflight experience was a positive one. Comfortable & on time, with ample legroom. https://www.sandspice.com/lion-air-inflight-experience/ #Lion #Air #Inflight #Indonesia #Airlines

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Gdaล„sk Poland Eating Out

Gdansk Poland eating out ๐Ÿฝ️ Much more than traditional Pierogi A little preparation ensures that your eating out experiences in Gdansk Poland are both enjoyable and cost-effective. https://www.sandspice.com/gdansk-poland-eating-out/ #Gdansk #Poland #EatingOut #Restaurants #Pierogi

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

Hotel Quest Semarang City ๐Ÿ› Indonesia

Hotel Quest Semarang ๐Ÿ› with street-food warungs close by... You don't have to walk far from the Hotel Quest Semarang to find a small Indonesian kitchen and order a complete meal for two for just €3. https://www.sandspice.com/hotel-quest-semarang/ #Hotel #Quest #Semarang #Indonesia #Warungs

Monday, 25 November 2024

Beneath the Knuckle Mountains

The Knuckle Mountains, Sri Lanka ⛰️ Jungle Paths, Cool Rivers Emerging into a clearing we could see the Knuckle Mountains bathed in mist in the distance. Easy to see how these mountains got their name. https://www.sandspice.com/knuckle-mountains/ #Knuckle #Mountains #SriLanka #Jungle #Rivers

Sunday, 24 November 2024

New Year's Eve Malta Clifftop Camping

Our New Year's Eve Malta clifftop camping trip?...definitely different ๐Ÿฅพ The sheer mass of equipment we took - for just 1 night - on our Malta clifftop camping made it look like Shackleton's expedition to Antarctica. https://www.sandspice.com/malta-clifftop-camping/ #Malta #Camping #NewYearsEve #Mellieha

Saturday, 23 November 2024

South Goa via AC2 Train Class ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ

South Goa via AC2 train class ๐Ÿš‚ Book ahead, but don't expect much South Goa via AC2 train class - After negligible service, the stewards repeatedly returned to our cabin requesting “Baksheesh”. https://www.sandspice.com/south-goa-via-ac2-train-class/ #India #Goa #AC2 #train #class

Friday, 22 November 2024

Panama Canal Kayaking ๐Ÿ›ถ Jungle Land Experience

Panama Canal Kayaking ๐Ÿ›ถ Jungle Land Experience When planning our trip, we didn't realize that kayaking was just one of the activities available on the Panama Canal. https://www.sandspice.com/panama-canal-kayaking/ #Panama #Canal #Kayaking #JungleLand

Thursday, 21 November 2024

Kuala Penyu Tempurung Seaside Lodge

Kuala Penyu Tempurung Seaside Lodge ๐ŸŒด Borneo Not far from Kuala Penyu we encountered a Paradisi Flying snake - which launched itself from an out hanging tree. https://www.sandspice.com/kuala-penyu-tempurung-seaside-lodge/ #Kuala #Penyu #Tempurung #Seaside #Lodge #Borneo

Wednesday, 20 November 2024

A Short Dubai Stopover

A Dubai stopover can be a great addition to your vacation ๐Ÿช For many travellers a Dubai stopover is where their trip to the tropics begins, but there's also plenty to do in Dubai. https://www.sandspice.com/dubai-stopover/ #Dubai #Stopover #UAE

Monday, 18 November 2024

Phnom Penh Cambodia - A Dark Legacy

Phnom Penh Cambodia ๐Ÿ’€ A Dark Legacy The rank and file Khmer Rouge were no more than children (the average age of the troops who entered Phnom Penh in 1975 was 17). https://www.sandspice.com/phnom-penh/ #PhnomPenh #Cambodia #Legacy #S21 #ChoeungEk

Saturday, 16 November 2024

Istanbul Walkabout ๐Ÿ•Œ Turkey's iconic mosques & monuments

Istanbul Walkabout ๐Ÿ•Œ A trip around Turkey's iconic mosques & monuments Limited time in the city? Discover Istanbul's legendary appeal on foot - from the majesty of Hagia Sophia to the historic 'Cistern' of James Bond fame. https://www.sandspice.com/istanbul-mosques-minarets/ #Istanbul #Walkabout #Turkey #Mosques

Friday, 15 November 2024

Palolem Beach Goa

Palolem Beach Goa ⛱️ Reason enough to visit India Palolem beach Goa: White sand, relaxed music, spicy food, friendly locals, cheap booze & warm, calm seas: What more could you ask for? https://www.sandspice.com/palolem-beach/ #Palolem #Beach #Goa #India

Thursday, 14 November 2024

Mangoes in Moalboal, Cebu

Mangoes in Moalboal, Cebu ๐Ÿฅญ The Best Taste of the Philippines Why we came to Moalboal? To relax in a secluded location with great snorkeling plus tasty local fish & exotic fruit... https://www.sandspice.com/mangoes-in-moalboal/ #Mangoes #Moalboal #Cebu #Philippines

Wednesday, 13 November 2024

Panama City to Santa Catalina by Bus

Panama City - Santa Catalina by Bus ๐Ÿ˜ฒ No guns allowed onboard But make sure you take enough cash when travelling by bus to Santa Catalina, because the nearest ATM is in Sonรก, 1½ hours away. https://www.sandspice.com/panama-city-to-santa-catalina/ #Panama #City #Santa #Catalina #Bus #Guns

Tuesday, 12 November 2024

Sepilok Borneo - Where to Stay & Eat

Sepilok Borneo ๐Ÿ’ Where to stay and eat close to the Reserves Many travellers visit Sepilok Borneo to see the orangutans and nature reserves, but booking a place close to the action saves some leg work. https://www.sandspice.com/sepilok-borneo/ #Sepilok #Borneo #orangutans #'nature #reserve

Monday, 11 November 2024

If It's Tuesday ๐Ÿคก This Must Be Belgium

If It's Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium ๐Ÿคก & funnily enough, it was... It was a Tuesday when we arrived in Belgium. We knew this must be Belgium because of the bicycles and the scary clowns... https://www.sandspice.com/must-be-belgium/ #Tuesday #ThisMustBeBelgium

Sunday, 10 November 2024

Sleeping in a Shipping Container - Dash Box Hotel Cyberjaya

Sleeping in a Shipping Container ๐Ÿ“ฆ Dash Box Hotel Cyberjaya In a converted shipping container the noisy elevated gangways can make you feel like your spending the night on an oil rig. https://www.sandspice.com/sleeping-in-a-shipping-container/ #Overnight #ShippingContainer #DashBoxHotel #Cyberjaya #Malaysia

Saturday, 9 November 2024

Sail to Paradise ๐Ÿ›ฅ️ The Karimunjawa Fast Boat

Karimunjawa Fast Boat from Jepara ๐Ÿ›ฅ️ Just 2 hours to Paradise Apart from flying, the fast boat is the quickest transport to the island, but it doesn't run every day https://www.sandspice.com/karimunjawa-fast-boat/ #Karimunjawa #Island #Java #Indonesia

Friday, 8 November 2024

Monkeying Around at Jungle Beach, Unawatuna in Sri Lanka

Monkeying Around at Jungle Beach ๐Ÿต Unawatuna in Sri Lanka A much better alternative to the main strip, Jungle Beach Unawatuna is well worth the walk from town - perfect for swimming & snorkeling. https://www.sandspice.com/jungle-beach-unawatuna/ #SriLanka #beaches #Tangalle #Unawatuna #JungleBeach #SamsGuesthouse

Thursday, 7 November 2024

Madrid Airport Transfers ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Where to Stay

Madrid Airport Transfers & Where to Stay ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Booking a central location is key to getting the most from a short break in Madrid, and your airport transfers couldn't be simpler. https://www.sandspice.com/madrid-airport-transfers-where-to-stay/ #Madrid #Airport #Transfers #Hotel #Accommodation

Wednesday, 6 November 2024

Penang Malaysia - Welcome to China

Visiting Penang Malaysia? ๐Ÿ‰ Welcome to Mainland China! On a first visit to Penang, you could be forgiven for thinking yourself in China https://www.sandspice.com/penang-malaysia-welcome-to-china/ #Penang #Malaysia #Chinese

Tuesday, 5 November 2024

Discover the Streets & Markets of Hanoi, Vietnam

The Streets & Markets of Hanoi, Vietnam ๐Ÿฎ Discover the Charm of the Streets and Markets of Hanoi, Vietnam: A Guide to the Best Shopping and Food Spots https://www.sandspice.com/hanoi/ #Hanoi #Vietnam #streets #markets

Monday, 4 November 2024

Experience India's Best Beaches ⛱️ Goa's Beach Hopping Trail

Experience India's Best Beaches ⛱️ Goa's Beach Hopping Trail Goa beach hopping: Pack a picnic bag, grab a hat and plenty of water, and head out to discover 3 of the Best Beaches in South Goa. https://www.sandspice.com/goa-beach-hopping/ #Goa #India #Beach #Palolem

Sunday, 3 November 2024

Snorkeling in Moalboal Cebu ๐Ÿข Memorable Underwater Adventures

Snorkeling in Moalboal Cebu ๐Ÿข Unlucky if you don't see a turtle Snorkeling in Moalboal Cebu was a highlight of our Philippines trip. The sheer drop-off to the depths on the reef edge is weirdly hypnotic. https://www.sandspice.com/snorkeling-in-moalboal-cebu/ #Snorkeling #Moalboal #Cebu #Turtle #Philippines

Saturday, 2 November 2024

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center

Meet the Borneo Apes ๐Ÿฆง Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center We were keen to get a closeup view of the orangutans. The Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center is the reason most visitors go to Sepilok. https://www.sandspice.com/sepilok-orangutan-rehabilitation-center/ #Borneo #Apes #Sepilok #Orangutan

Friday, 1 November 2024

Lembongan ๐Ÿ„‍♂️ Best Chill-Out Spots in Indonesia

Lembongan ๐Ÿ„‍♂️ Best Chill-Out Spots in Indonesia Rocky cliff faces, lush mangrove forest, pristine beaches, or simply a relaxing massage: the variety of Lembongan island activities will keep you on your toes. https://www.sandspice.com/lembongan-island-activities/ #Lembongan #Bali #Indonesia #Island