Author: Leilah Rachelle

Peeking up through the Atlantic Ocean, Cabo Verde (the Portuguese pronunciation) is a stunning island chain with a captivating blend of mountains, beaches and serene seaside villages. The Cape Verde Islands are home to many contrasts as each of the 10 islands (7 of which are inhabited) offers a different yet charming experience. As you may… Read more

Suhlahmat! (Hello in Malay) Brunei Darussalam is a very small, oil-rich sultanate of less than half a million people, making it the smallest country in Southeast Asia by population. The country is officially Muslim, and Malay is the official language. The country follows an official Malay national ideology, Malay Islamic Monarchy, which promotes Malay language… Read more

Covering the northern third of Great Britain, sharing a border with England in the south, Scotland may be small in comparison with its neighbors but it boasts some of the most stunning scenery in all of the UK. From wild coastline and and pristine beaches to rolling valleys and towering mountains, Scotland’s geography is a… Read more

Dia dhuit:) (hello in Irish Gaelic) The Emerald Isle is ideal for hiking, admiring castles and cliffs, and trying some great food. Ireland gives you many opportunities to explore the natural wonders and quaint villages that line the countrysides. It’s important to know the difference between the two Irelands. The Republic of Ireland and Northern… Read more

Ecuador is one of the most environmentally diverse countries in the world, and because of this status it has contributed notably to the environmental sciences. By virtue of its geographic location, it straddles part of the Andes Mountains and occupies part of the Amazon basin. Situated on the Equator, from which its name derives, Ecuador… Read more

Italy has a record number of UNESCO World Heritage sites, 55 to be precise. Of its 55 sites, 50 are cultural and 5 are natural. Italy is also the birthplace of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance. It also possesses some of the most diverse ranging and picturesque scenery. You can find some of Europe’s… Read more

Japan is a super neat place with a ton of charm and quirkiness. Japan is also full of interesting facts like it’s the only country in the world with a reigning emperor. Emperors have no tangible power, but they are still revered as a symbol of the country’s traditions and unity. The angled roofs on… Read more

The first time I visited Vietnam in 2008, I fell head over heels, hook line and sinker! The food, the markets, the history and the ambience made me want to keep coming back. So here we are 🙂 This time I decided to conquer some new territory and tackle some brand new adventures. If you… Read more

From impressive architecture to delicious food, Singapore exemplifies diversity and it most definitely celebrates the meshing of cultures. This gives Singapore an edge and has made it one Asia’s top destinations. It is also the most expensive city in the world, a title it shares with Zurich, Switzerland. The city of Singapore is also a… Read more

The last time I visited Turkey was in 1987, a whopping 36 years ago. I was captivated by the bustling markets and the stalls filled with Middle Eastern and Asian treasures. A lot has changed since then so I was really looking forward to re-discovering parts already traveled to and to discovering new and exciting… Read more