Dining Around Lapland in Local Dishes
Few places call to mind the holiday season like the northern expanses of Lapland, located in Finland. There are several ways to travel to Lapland, including direct flights from Dubai to Helsinki via a stylish and modern Finnair (be sure not to miss out on a range of bespoke Finnish branded beverages while on board). Visitors can also connect to Rovenamimi, one of the most northern airports in Finland, via various European cities. For a complete Finnish experience, Helsinki is an excellent place to begin your journey, and worth stepping out for a few days (if only to get acclimated to the climate and pick up a few extra layers). Although there are plenty of excellent places to stay in the capital city, our top tip is the contemporary and cozy Hotel U14. With friendly staff and an incredible breakfast spread, this property is within walking distance of almost everything.…
Travelling The World On Motorcycle Is Easy, Once You Know How.
Today we welcome a collaborative post from a talented contributor. Enjoy, C. Traveling the world on a motorcycle is a dream for many. It represents absolute freedom, beyond even what you get when you go by car. On a motorbike, you can weave in and out of traffic, park up just about anywhere, and travel down unpaved dirt tracks with relative ease. However, if you’re going to embark on a motorcycle adventure, you’ll need to do your research. It’s not as easy as you might think. You need to prepare in advance and make sure that you put everything in order first before you set off. Here’s what you need to do. Ship Your Bike If you already have a motorcycle, chances are that you are used to its features, and it will be the safest mode of transportation for your trip. Figure Out How You’re Going To Feed Yourself…
Why You Should Move to Alberta
Today we welcome a collaborative post from a talented contributor. Enjoy, C. Alberta is one of Canada’s most beautiful provinces. Home to some gorgeous natural attractions, quirky small towns, art, museums, and more, Alberta has something for everyone. If you’re looking to relocate, whether it be for work or for personal reasons, consider places like Calgary, Banff, and St. Albert. Here are a few reasons why you should call Alberta your next home. Cost Compared to other areas of Canada such as Ontario, Alberta has a very low cost of living. Apartments can go for around $800-$1000 CAD, and real estate is also extremely affordable. If and when you’re ready to purchase a home, you can get the same city vibes you’d get in Toronto or Vancouver at a fraction of the price. If you’re looking for something more rural, Banff homes for sale are extremely affordable compared to other…
A to Za’atar’s (completely subjective) Top City Hotels List.
Top City Hotels Four Seasons Ubud Le Quartier Francais Casa Angelina Thornybush Game Lodge Rosewood Bangkok Grand Hyatt Tokyo Roppongi The Siam Cape Cadogan The Old Clare Hotel Toren Raffles Manila Langham Sydney Lyall Melbourne Boho Prague Four Seasons Prague Intercontinental Sofia Dwarikas Nepal The Laslett W Doha The Dylan W Bangkok Sofitel Macau Four Seasons Abu Dhabi Balthazar Hotel and Spa Rosewood Abu Dhabi Maison Malesherbes Park Hyatt Dubai Hotel Hotel Brno Barcelo Palace Mira Hong Kong New World Makati Melia Desert Palm Similar to my beach list, this is a completely subjective ranking of city hotels (with a few extra categories thrown in). Like the order? Think it should be changed? Let me know in the comments!
A to Za’atar’s (completely subjective) Top Beach Resorts List.
Top Beach Resorts Four Seasons Desroches Shangri La Boracay Four Seasons Seychelles St Regis Maldives Soneva Fushi Villa Markisa Hilton Northolme Hilton Labriz W Muscat Ritz Carlton RAK Al Bustan Palace Galle Fortress Oberoi Al Zorah Pennisula Boutique Hotel Port Douglas Six Senses Zighy Bay Movenpick Dead Sea Sir Bani Yas Island Anantara Waldorf Astoria RAK One & Only Royal Mirage Fairmont Fujairah Intercontinental Furjairah Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Reethi Beach *Villa Turquoise and Eden Island receive honorable mentions* As we get back into traveling, I thought I would put together a completely subjective list of my favorite beach and city hotels and resorts. My rankings are derived from a number of qualities, including price, room, service, ambiance, and amenities. I will update the list periodically, and thus far my only requirement is that I’ve stayed at least one night at the property. If you have an opinion about the…
Maintaining Optimum Health When Visiting A Hot Country.
Today we welcome a collaborative post from a talented contributor. Enjoy, C. Visiting a hot country can be such an exciting adventure, and the chance to experience a different culture and environment is one that should not be missed. Staying healthy isn’t always your main priority when you jet off on vacation, but it’s important that you can make an effort to protect yourself and maintain optimum wellbeing so that you can truly make the most of your holiday! Luckily it doesn’t have to be that difficult, as there are a few key tips and tricks that you can make the most of to stay as healthy as possible no matter where in the world you are. Eating Healthy Food Though it’s tempting to overindulge when you’re on vacation, it’s important that you can make an effort to eat healthy foods to fuel your mind and body with the nutrients…
So, Where Should You Travel Next?
Today we welcome a collaborative post from a talented contributor. Enjoy, C. If you’re a seasoned traveler, and you’re running out of ideas for where you should go and what you should do next, this is the post for you. It may not completely answer your questions, of course, but it will definitely act as a bit of much-needed inspiration! So, let’s dig into the ideas below and find out where you’re headed on your next adventure. Perhaps America? Combined, North and South America have quite a few countries for you to visit. Whether you want to go to Brazil, or you fancy a trip around all 50 of the United States, this might just be the next trip you’ll want to save up for. Mexico is an excellent place for people to visit if they love getting to know the locals, and taking their time to go through a…
MARCUS Montréal, a review.
Today we welcome a talented new contributor! You might know him as Luca (@teenfoodcritic), and we’re happy to share the next generation of food writers (especially when they visit outstanding restaurants). Fellow foodies, I don’t know where to start. It’s not often that I find myself speechless about a restaurant. ‘How is it, that you find yourself speechless?’ you may ask. Well, I’ll tell you all about it, in this special guest review, for A to Za’atar, who I would like to thank IMMENSELY for this tremendous opportunity (the pleasure is all ours, Luca!). It all started, nine months ago, in January 2019, when my sister got accepted to study pre-med in Montréal. While my parents were thrilled for her, I couldn’t help but think: “Okay, am I going? And if so, where are we staying, and where are we eating?” Don’t get me wrong, I was delighted for her,…
Top 5 Things To Consider When Hiring A Chauffeur.
Today we welcome a collaborative post from a talented contributor. Enjoy, C. When planning travel, there are many different reasons why you may require a chauffeur. Often, hospitality companies go down this route when they are attempting to impress a special client. Or, maybe you’re looking to hire one personally during a vacation. No matter what situation applies, you need to search with care. Luckily, that is where this blog post comes in. Read on to discover the five key elements you need to think about when you are searching for the best chauffeur for your travel. Technology – There is only one place to begin in the digital age, and this is with technology. Technology has advanced rapidly in recent years, and it has had a massive impact on the auto sector. This point is aptly represented by the electric cars that are now available to hire. You can…