“Do you think Jesus had 6-pack?” It was a frivolous but genuine question. As someone completely new to the bible, I had lately grown to become fascinated by how much the ancient compilation of stories lives on in today’s modern world – something I never considered until picking up a few books set in Israel […]
It’s not every day that you can claim to have cycled from Italy to Austria but really, the stunning 46km bike route from Dobbiaco/Toblach to Lienz is something any leisure cyclist can do – and have lots of fun while at it. The route is mostly paved and gently downhill with several alpine villages along […]
Known as ‘Capital of the French Alps’, Grenoble is a haven for thrill-seekers. Skiing, climbing, swimming, flying – there’s something for every adventurer. The modern city sits right at the intersection of three magnificent snowcapped ranges – Chartreuse, Vercors, Belledonne. Take your pick. In 40 minutes or so (the average ride to any of […]
Just like the very first time I heard about Couchsurfing.org (CS), you probably had raised your eyebrows in skepticism as well. For those (very few) who haven’t a clue what CS is, it is an online community that helps travellers find free accommodation. The platform allows hosts with an extra ‘couch’ or room to put up […]