Gerry Kerkhof

Santos-Sao Paulo Cruise Port

30 November, 2020

Standing partly on the island of Sao Vicente and partly on the Brazilian mainland, the port city of Santos is famous the world over for coffee and football. The city’s history can be traced back as far as the 16th century although it only came into prominence in the 19th century when its port became inextricably linked with the country’s booming coffee industry. Its other claim to fame is its football team for which Edson Arantes do Nascimento played for. Born in 1940 and better known as Pelé, he became one of the world’s greatest players who is revered around the globe to this day.

Foz do Iguaçu Travel Guide

16 November, 2020

Beginning in 2007 a foundation known as the New7Wonders Foundation carried out a global poll which asked people to vote for the ‘New7Wonders of Nature’. After four years and 100 million votes the results were published and included the Iguazú Falls which lie on the border between Brazil and Argentina. Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Parque Nacional do Iguaçu, the waterfalls can be reached from the town of Foz do Iguaçu on the Brazilian side of the border or Puerto Iguazú on the Argentinian side. Visitors should ensure that they leave enough time during their visit to see the falls from both sides of the border as they are quite distinct and are must-see sights in this part of the world.

Sao Paulo Travel Guide

9 November, 2020

Sao Paulo is a vast city with more than 22 million people living in its metropolitan region. It is a commercial powerhouse which drives the Brazilian economy. The city’s downtown district is dominated by skyscrapers and its roads are forever congested. From a tourism point of view it has little to offer compared with other parts of the country although it is home to one of South America’s finest art museums and is well known for its excellent dining and nightlife scenes.

Rio de Janeiro Shore Excursions

26 October, 2020

Rio de Janeiro is a dream destination for adventurous cruise ship passengers embarking on a voyage around the coast of South America. The city is renowned for its staue of Christ the Redeemer which has been named as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. It is also home to Sugarloaf Mountain which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. All these attractions can be reached on short excursions from the cruise port at Pier Mauá which lies within walking distance of Rio’s city centre.

How to Stay Safe in Rio de Janeiro and Avoid Becoming a Crime Statistic

12 October, 2020

Whilst the vast majority of tourists to Rio de Janeiro are unaffected by the city’s well publicised crime rate, others aren’t so fortunate. The key to enjoying a safe visit to Rio is to stay alert and exercise the same common sense that you would when visiting any other major world city. Most incidents involving tourists are petty crime such as pickpocketing or the theft of personal belongings from the beach, however, there is always a risk of more violent crime if you find yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Where is the Safest Place to Stay in Rio de Janeiro?

28 September, 2020

Amongst the world’s great tourist cities, Rio de Janeiro has one of the worst reputations with regard to personal safety. Whilst this reputation is justified, it’s important for would-be visitors to realise that by exercising the same common sense that you would in any other major city your trip to Rio is likely to be trouble-free. The first decision to make should come before travelling to Rio de Janeiro as choosing the right neighbourhood to stay in is a major factor in minimising dangers and maximising your enjoyment.

Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide

14 September, 2020

With Sugar Loaf mountain and the staue of Christ the Redeemer overlooking its spectacular harbour, Rio de Janeiro is one of the world’s most recognisable cities. Home to Copacabana Beach, Samba dancing and its Carnival celebrations, Rio attracts more than two million annual visitors. The peak summer months are from December to March with the city packed to the rafters during Carnival. During this period daytime temperatures can reach an unbearable 40C so for many a winter visit between the months of June and August is preferable. March and April aren’t recommended for visits due to the likelihood of heavy rainfall.

Where to Fly to When Visiting Costa Rica

31 August, 2020

Although Costa Rica is a relatively small country, road travel can prove very time consuming so it’s essential that you fly into the correct airport at the beginning of your trip. There are two international airports located at Liberia (LIR) in the Pacific north-west and at San José (SJO), the nation’s capital, in the country’s central belt.

Where Are The Best Beach Resorts in Costa Rica?

17 August, 2020

Costa Rica is home to more than 1200km of coastline running along the Pacific and Caribbean coastlines. Whilst many visitors to this Central American country come to explore its volcanic national parks and cloud forests, others arrive with the sole intention of enjoying a relaxing beach vacation.

Top 10 Natural Wonders of Costa Rica

3 August, 2020

A short drive north of San José leads to the Poás Volcano National Park which is the country’s most active volcano and a great excursion from the capital. Standing at 2,708 metres this imposing volcano erupted as recently as 2017 but hasn’t seen a major eruption since 1910. As well as viewing the volcano’s two crater lakes visitors can enjoy any number of hiking trails around the national park which offer spectacular views over the surrounding countryside.

Doha Travel Guide

30 June, 2020

Doha is the capital of Qatar which is one of the richest countries in the world. Until about 30 years ago the city was little more than a pearl fishing village which means that it is late to the party in terms of Middle Eastern tourism. It was only after 1995 when Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani took power that the country began to develop at an impressive pace thanks to revenue from its natural gas production. Today the city lags behind Dubai and Abu Dhabi as a tourist destination but continues to move quickly towards being a global centre of travel and tourism. November 2022 is a major date in the country’s diary as the eyes of the world will be on it when Qatar hosts the FIFA World Cup. A good time to visit for general tourism purposes is February when temperatures little over 20C are bearable. The summer months are an impossible time for tourism due to soaring temperatures which are in excess of 45C on some days.

Best Places to Stay Near Victoria Harbour on a Visit to Hong Kong

28 June, 2020

Standing on the tip of the Kowloon Peninsula, the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade looks across Victoria Harbour towards Wan Chai and Central on the north of Hong Kong Island. Hotel rooms with views over this iconic waterway are highly desirable but come at a price. More affordable options can be found away from the waterfront in the Hong Hum and Mong Kok areas of Kowloon along with the Tin Hau, Causeway Bay and Admiralty neighbourhoods of Hong Kong Island.

Hong Kong Shore Excursions

26 June, 2020

Sailing into Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour is one of the cruise world’s great experiences. This natural deep-water harbour which separates the Kowloon Peninsula from Hong Kong Island is home to two major cruise terminals which cater for vessels large and small. Passengers arriving at the Ocean Terminal are within a stone’s throw of many of the city’s main attractions whilst those arriving at the Kai Tak Terminal can get around by means of the excellent public transport network. As well as enjoying the sights around the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade visitors can also hop on ferries across the bay and to outlying islands or head off to Macau to discover the Las Vegas of the East.

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