2016

Ville de Quebec > “Je me souviens” | “I remember” (Photo Essay)

December 20, 2016

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, Quebec, Canada

Quebec City is one of the oldest cities in North America with a rich history. But forget about history and go in winter to this romantic snow covered city.. Its most famous landmark is the stately Château Frontenac hotel (opened its doors in 1893) which is perched on top of a tall cape overlooking the Saint Lawrence River. The Château Frontenac is a true-life castle of many people’s dreams. The moment you walk through the big front doors, you will be overwhelmed by its grandeur with seemingly no boundaries. [MORE...]

Boat Journey down Myanmar’s Ayeyarwady River

October 15, 2016

Myanmar is one of the new cool travel destinations. A place that certainly will not disappoint you. One of the most memorable trips is to take the slow and shaky train from the city of Mandalay to the northern town of Naba from where a bus goes to the town of Katha where you go on board a large ship for the 16-hour sailing (in your private cabin) down the mighty Ayeyarwady River back to Mandalay. It's a great trip as the boat stops at many villages along the way. [MORE...]

China’s Xinjiang Province: Land of the Uyghur People (Photo Essay)

September 23, 2016

Xinjiang-China-Uyghurs--Globerovers Magazine

Part of Central Asia but controlled by China, these are the Uyghur people living in the far western China province of Xinjiang. Spend time in the city of Kashgar, known for its colourful markets so reminiscent of Central Asia. We go out of town to the Sunday Livestock market to see the farmers bartering their sheep, goats, cattle, yaks, horses, donkeys, and camels. It is a rugged area with some fascinating scenery of desert, mountains, and moonscapes! [MORE...]

A Journey through Bangladesh

September 23, 2016

Join us as we board the 100-year old "Rocket Steamer" to slowly drift down the Ganges River to the Sundarbans in search of the Bengal tigers of Bangladesh. We also spend time in the capital city, Dhaka, as well as the notorious and infamous Chittagong Ship Breaking Yards. We then take a small wooden boat to visit tiny remote villages where people never had Western visitors. This is the real Bangladesh and its incredibly friendly! [MORE...]

Armenia’s Christian Monasteries

August 20, 2016

Armenia Monasteries - Globerovers Magazine

Armenia, located in the Caucasus is known for its many ancient monasteries, churches, and other Christian buildings dating from around the 11th to 14th centuries. Some are deserted, some are still in use. Quite an amazing experience! [MORE...]

10 Great Ruins of LATIN AMERICA

August 4, 2016

Known as “pyramids”, and sometimes as “temples”, or “temples atop pyramids”, or just “structures”, Latin America is strewn with many impressive ruins with some city foundations dating as far back as the 4th century B.C. Most were built by the Aztecs (such as Mexico’s Teotihuacan), the Incas (such as Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu in Peru), the Maya people (such as Palenque, Tikal, and Copán), or built by the mother of them all, the Olmecs. Some visitors will literally walk around with a flashlight and magnifying glass to decipher the ancient reliefs and inscriptions such [MORE...]

Burgundy Restaurant, Hermanus – SOUTH AFRICA’s Whale Coast

July 24, 2016

Hermanus, South Africa, is known for its many whales between June and November. Its also know for the awesome Burgundy Restaurant with the best views! From the first smile when you enter and the warm greetings from Pieter, Rudolf or one of the other managers or waiters, you will know that this restaurant is all heart and soul and built on passion. Pieter is passionate about the business. His positivity rubs off onto everyone. Come in a enjoy great food and even greater hospitality! [MORE...]

Hermanus Boutique Guest House – SOUTH AFRICA’s Whale Coast

July 24, 2016

The town of Hermanus along the Whale Coast of South Africa's Western Cape is known for, as you guessed, lots of whales. The whale watching season is between July and November when the Southern Right whales come into the bay from Antarctica to give birth to their calves. Outside this season, come visit Hermanus for the tranquility, beaches, wineries, fresh sea breeze, and cosy guest houses such as Hermanus Boutique Guest House located at 9 Marine Drive - almost on the beach. Our Cape Town reporter, Janet-Lynn Vorster, went to stay at this super cosy guest house for a weekend to check it out! [MORE...]

Eric Davalala – the only whale crier in the world! (by Janet-Lynn Vorster)

July 24, 2016

Eric Davalala, the Hermanus whale crier.

Hermanus is one of the best whale watching destinations in the world. The best time for whale watching is between June and November. The last three months tend to be the best. Southern Right whales migrate from the Antarctic to give birth to their calves, and to mate again. Eric is apparently the only whale crier in the world. Here's his story as told by our Cape Town reporter, Janet-Lynn Vorster. [MORE...]

Village Life – Hermanus, Overberg of SOUTH AFRICA (by Janet-Lynn Vorster)

July 24, 2016

Hermanus, South Africa. Known for its breaching whales, birds (including flamingos), long beaches, wineries, and cosy accommodation and authentic restaurants. There is something very special about this part of the South African coastline. At times the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean can be rough, yet at other times very smooth and peaceful. Rich in plancton and other small critters, the ocean makes this a haven for wildlife, including many whales that at times swim right up to the shoreline. Janet-Lynn Vorster tells us all about the good life! [MORE...]

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