I recently went on a 90-minute bamboo rafting tour in the Caribbean island of St. Lucia. It was a peaceful and scenic experience— comfortably seated, taking in the lush landscape around me while our raft captain skillfully guided us through…
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Singapore Airlines Business Class Singapore to London Review
I recently flew Singapore Airlines Business Class on their iconic A380 from Singapore to London Heathrow. From the luxurious lie-flat seat to the top-tier service and great in-flight meals, this 14-hour journey was something I will not forget. Here’s a…
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Ten Fun Things You Can Do In Puerto Rican Capital San Juan
When winter chills take over most of North America and Europe, it’s time to dream of sunnier destinations. One of the best options? The beautiful island of Puerto Rico. The US state offers everything from Spanish influenced buildings to Afro-Caribbean…
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A Midlifer’s 2024 Travel Adventures
As the year 2024 comes to an end, it is time to reflect on an exciting year of travel, and this year I travelled to Puerto Rico, Sweden, Finland, Sri Lanka, Singapore, and, of course, Canada. Here is a midlifer’s…
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Review of Fox Resort in Jaffna, Sri Lanka
During my recent visit to northern Sri Lankan city of Jaffna, I stayed at the Fox for two nights. The hotel is not far from the city centre and is located by the main street so reaching it easy. The…
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Snorkeling off Pigeon Island in Sri Lanka
I’ve grown to love snorkeling more and more over the years. Recently, I had the chance to explore the underwater world at Pigeon Island in Sri Lanka. Here’s my midlifer’s take on snorkeling off Pigeon Island in Sri Lanka. Dreaming…
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What Middle-Aged People Need to Know About Two Walking Tests
As we navigate through midlife, staying on top of our physical health becomes increasingly important. Two simple but effective walking tests—the Six-Meter Walking Test and the Six-Minute Walking Test—are widely used to assess mobility, endurance, and overall health. Here is…
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Turkish Airlines Business Class Toronto to Istanbul
I recently flew by Turkish Airlines Business Class Toronto to Istanbul. In this review, I’ll walk you through my experience of the 10-hour flight, from pre-flight check-in at Pearson Airport to the onboard dining and seating experience. Background This flight…