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Rambla del Poblenou

To experience a small-town feel, head to the Rambla del Poblenou, a pleasant boulevard runs from Gran Via to the beach. On your way, you’ll pass Modernista façades and numerous terraces inviting you in for a cool beer. El Poblenou is an extensive neighbourhood of Barcelona (Sant Martí district), technically part of the Eixample, its […]

RED COCO INN DE BORACAY

The Red Coco Inn is just a 9-minute walk from the beach on a busy main road in the middle of Boracay. If you are travelling on a budget the Red Coco Inn de Boracay features cosy accommodation with a pool at the property, but you are better swimming the glorious waters of Boracay. Free […]

Resort Fees are wrong

Resort fees are a type of additional charge that hotels impose on guests in addition to the advertised room rate. These fees can cover a variety of amenities, such as Wi-Fi, fitness centre access, and local phone calls. However, they are often not clearly disclosed to guests until after they have booked their stay. Resort […]

Restaurante Alfresco • Lima – Peru

Unique plankton found in the ocean off the coast of Peru is said to make the seafood taste great. It certainly is true of the eating experience at Alfresco Seafood Restaurant in Lima. “In shame, I couldn’t help but ask for the menu again as I wanted more and more!” Not every time I dine […]

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Return to Bangkok

A return trip and stop-over to Bangkok before heading south to Rai Leh and onward to fascinating Myanmar. The air is thick and the traffic terrible as usual, but Bangkok is a vibrant and colourful place. Night markets, river tours, pagodas and the Royal Palace are just a few of the many things to do here. […]

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Return to Sitges

Sitges, a seaside town 35 kilometres southwest of Barcelona, a perfect retreat of sand, sea and sun. Known for its liberalism and its easy lifestyle. One of my favourite destinations to unwind, and experience a real holiday. While the roots of Sitges‘ artsy reputation date back to the late 19th century, the town became a centre […]

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Reykjavik • Iceland

Reykjavik is the capital and largest city of Iceland, the world’s northernmost capital of a sovereign state. The heart of Iceland‘s economic and governmental activity. Located in southwestern Iceland, on the southern shore of Faxaflói Bay, believed to be the location of the first permanent settlement in Iceland. Founded in 1786 as an official trading […]

RHO Hotel

Rho Hotel is situated on the edge of Dam Square, 1,039 yards from Amsterdam Central Railway Station. It offers free Wi-Fi and the lobby is an impressive Art Deco-style former theatre. All of the rooms at Rho Hotel include satellite TV and a refrigerator. They also each have a private bathroom with a shower. Breakfast […]

Riad Dar Anika

Look no further than Riad Dar Anika, a paradise within the medina of Marrakech. A real oasis of pleasure and comfort from the moment you enter it’s doors until the time to say farewell. Dar Anika is peaceful and tranquil inside, a riad, a traditional Moroccan house or palace with an interior courtyard, converted into a hotel. The word […]

Ribera de Triana Hotel

Set in Seville’s famous Triana district, Ribera de Triana Hotel overlooks the River Guadalquivir and has a rooftop pool with impressive city views. It offers a free gym, a spa and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The bright, spacious rooms at the Ribera de Triana feature high-quality bed linens, satellite TV and a minibar. Some […]

Riding the Moscow Metro

Possibly the grandest interiors of any public transport system in the world! With over 9 million passengers per day, it is busier than New York City and London combined. Lit with chandeliers from end to end, lined with marble and decorate reliefs, one can’t help but be impressed by its grand and opulent interior, a […]

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Rio de Janeiro • Brazil

The sounds of samba, Ipanema Beach and great Brazilian climate draws me here, having travelled with some friends, at least I have a feeling of safety in numbers. Rio de Janeiro was the capital of Brazil for almost two centuries (1763-1822) and the capital of the Portuguese Empire (1808-1821). Commonly known as Rio, the city is […]

Rivoli Ballroom Brockley

The Rivoli Ballroom is one of the few remaining ballrooms in London, England. Famous for its original decor and interior fittings of red velvet, flock wallpaper, chandeliers, glitter balls and over-sized Chinese lanterns. It is often used as a film location and plays host to many dance and musical events throughout the year. The listed grade […]

Riyam Park

Riyam Park can be reached by following the road along the Muttrah Corniche. With fine views of the harbour from the giant, ornamental incense burner on the hillside and with a small funfair and offers some amazing views of the surrounding hills and the sea. Spreading over a large area, the park has several playgrounds, […]

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Road to Desert • MOROCCO

The best 18-minute road trip you’ll have today. A journey from Marrakech to the edge of the Sahara desert. Filmed on location on the road to desert from Marrakech to the foot of the Erg Chebbi desert southeastern edge of the Sahara desert in MOROCCO. A three-day two-night road trip that passes through the Atlas Mountains, desert mud […]

Rome • Italy

All roads lead to Rome, but Rome was not built in a day, nor has it ever been finished by the looks of things, I take the advice of many native Italians and not judged Italy on Rome alone. When the Roman empire was at its peak it controlled most of Europe. Though it has […]