Graham Dockrill and Judge John Bergseng; Dubious Ethics or Following The Law?
I am not one to air my dirty laundry, but all other avenues are closed to me. I have grave concerns that Judge John Bergseng …
Introduction to Iran : Tips and tricks for travel in Iran I wish I’d known beforehand
Iran is an incredibly wonderful place to travel, but it, like any country, has its idiosyncrasies. These are my experiences here and the things I’d …
Things to do in The Catlins – New Zealand’s Isolated Wild Paradise
There are a million things to do in the Catlins… or you can simply do nothing but disconnect from life for a bit. The Catlins …
The Ultimate Itinerary for the South Island of New Zealand
I get asked a lot about a suggested itinerary for the South Island of New Zealand. My childhood holidays were spent travelling around the South …
The Imperial City, Hue Vietnam and the Journey to Hoi An
Hue is a small city that has a few things to do, most notably the faded grandeur of the Imperial City. A UNESCO world heritage …
Ha Giang Vietnam, The Place of the H’mong, Karst Formations, & INCREDIBLE Views
Remembering my trip to Ha Giang Vietnam brings back evocative memories. Amazing scenery with towering karst formations, winding valleys, and terraces of rice paddies. Beautiful …
Bắc Hà, North Vietnam, One of Most Beautiful Places on Earth
If you love noise, chaos, pollution and the crush of humanity that is a city, then you definitely do not want to head to the …
Kandy, Sri Lanka: A Kaleidoscope of Colour and Complexities
Kandy Sri Lanka, caught me by surprise. It’s got thousands of years of history, influenced by a complex blend of Buddhist and Hindu religion. It …
Top Ten Things to do in Hanoi, Vietnam
An outstanding blend of history and food, Hanoi has a culture like no other city. First founded in 1010, Hanoi has been through wars and …
Alcohol Is a Problem In NZ and You Are Part of the Problem
I have friends- and family- that are alcoholics. And it’s not that they are rare, these alcoholics. They are in every social, financial, and age …