Author: Juanita Pienaar

An estimated 270 million sub-munitions from cluster bombs dropped on Laos and still litters the country. COPE has helped UXO survivors with mobility-related disabilities by providing prosthetics at no charge,

During the Vietnam War, the United States of America dropped more than 270 cluster bombs on Laos. The inhabitants of Ban Napia have taken to collecting unexploded munitions and upcycling them.

You wouldn’t think it, but should one want to go skiing in the middle east, make a trip to the Cedars Ski Resort located in the Bsharri mountains of north Lebanon.

All roads lead to Rome, or so the saying goes. Here are two impressive Roman ruin sites to visit next time you are in the Middle East.

At the heart of the Lebanese mountains lays the Qadisha Valley. Not only is it home to one of the largest Christian monastery settlements in the world, but it is also where the Forest of the Cedars of God is found.

Luxor in Egypt is often referred to as the world’s largest open-air museum with its massive collection of ancient temples and monuments.

Modernity is one of the things that adds to Japan’s appeal. However, if you’re yearning for a more historical atmosphere, head over to Yanaka in Tokyo.

Tiger’s Nest Monastery is one of the main cultural, religious, and tourist destinations of Bhutan.

Geishas, contrary to how they’ve been perceived in Western society, are skilful entertainers who make appearances at high-end dinners, auspicious events, and private parties.

The Trans-Siberian Railway is the longest uninterrupted railway route in the world at a length of 9,289 kilometres.

Visit one of these off the beaten path places and let us know about your experience!

Here’s a list of eight volcanos you can climb throughout Asia.

Despite being landlocked, Laos has a number of picturesque waterfalls worth a visit!

Did you know that Cashmere provides up to eight times more warmth than wool?

Begpacking is often seen in poorer countries throughout Asia, and to some extent, it’s also prevalent in South America.

Here are five foods not to be missed when visiting South Africa.

Namibia offer a diversity of picturesque scenery, breath-taking nature scenes, deserts and an abundance of history.

The best places to view the Northern Lights, from Alaska to Greenland.

Can you imagine a semi-desert splashed with colour as nearly 4,000 different species of wild flowers bloom?

Here are a few gems to visit in Turkey.

The wildebeest move between Tanzania and Kenya seeking greener pastures each year. And you are in for a sight to remember.

Turkish food is full of flavour and textures with options for meat lovers and vegetarians alike.

Offering a unique experience in Africa, the salt plains in Botswana is an experience not to be missed on your trip through the continent.

For nearly 80 years, pearl diving in Bahrain has been closed off to tourists but recently this has changed.