Sri Lanka: The Coast Road from Yala to Galle! May 1, 2019|In Asia, Asia Guide, Galle, Sri Lanka, Yala|By paraphernalia.coShare This   Table of Contents hide Sri Lanka: The Coast Road from Yala to Galle! Blue Whales & Dolphins. Sri Lanka’s Famous Stilt Fishermen. Galle. Galle Fort. Fish Market on the Beach. Jetwing Lighthouse. Booking.com. […]

Malta: St. Julian’s, to party or not to party? August 24, 2018|In Europe, Europe Guide, Malta, St Julians|By paraphernalia.coShare This St Julian’s has the reputation of being Malta’s party capital. It’s not unusual for bars and clubs to open for 20 hours straight through the heady days of summer. Table of Contents hide St Julian’s […]

Malta: Sliema and the Sea! August 4, 2018|In Europe, Europe Guide, Malta, Sliema|By paraphernalia.coShare This Once a quiet fishing village similar to many on Malta, Sliema drew the attention of wealthy Maltese and Brits through the 19th & 20th centuries. Sliema, originating from the Maltese word for peace, became a seaside holiday destination for the affluent. […]

Fine Dining For Less: #3 An Affair with South Africa! August 2, 2017|In #africa-eat, Africa, Africa Reviews, South Africa|By paraphernalia.coShare This Welcome to the 3rd instalment in our Fine Dining For Less series where we bring you gastronomic experiences without astronomic prices. Table of Contents hide Welcome to the 3rd instalment in our Fine Dining For Less series […]

There’s A Lot More to Flame Hill Than Just Vineyard & Restaurant! April 4, 2017|In #oceania-drink, #oceania-stay, Australia, Oceania, Oceania-Reviews, Queensland|By paraphernalia.coShare This Flame Hill Vineyard & Restaurant holds a few surprises. Yes it’s a vineyard and restaurant, and that’s reason enough to stop by, but there’s so much more going on. Table of Contents hide Flame […]

Oslo: Mathallen! January 17, 2017|In #europe-eat, Europe, Europe Guide, Europe Reviews, Norway, Oslo|By paraphernalia.coShare This Let’s face it, winter in Oslo is chilly! The days are short but, they’re often sunny. On crisp, clear days you’ll love walking Oslo, just don’t forget your thermals. Table of Contents hide Let’s face it, winter in Oslo is […]

Hong Kong: A Day In K-Town! January 10, 2017|In Asia, Asia Guide, Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Kennedy Town|By paraphernalia.coShare This There’s been an explosion in Kennedy Town (K-Town) since the MTR Island line’s extension 2 years ago. Once almost solely populated by Hong-Kongese and surrounded by factories, fishing and an abattoir, K-Town has had […]

Seattle: It’s Happy Hour! September 13, 2016|In #north_america-drink, North America, North America Reviews, Seattle, United States, Washington State|By paraphernalia.coShare This Pike Place Market – check! Seattle sight-seeing – check! Craft breweries and local wineries – check! Ferry boats – check! Now it’s time to check out Seattle’s infamous bar scene. Specifically, that longed-for time of […]

7 Days Cruising Alaska: Dawes Glacier! July 4, 2016|In Alaska, Endicott Arm, North America, United States|By paraphernalia.coShare This The Inside Passage has already provided jaw-dropping scenery and stunning wildlife. Now it’s promising glaciers up close and personal. You’re on Norwegian Cruise Line‘s ” 7-Day Sawyer Glacier Cruise” but drifting icebergs are blocking the entrance to […]

A Few Things Raffles. December 10, 2015|In Asia, Asia Guide, Singapore-country, Singapore-region|By paraphernalia.coShare This A Singapore adventure is incomplete without a visit to the 19th-century colonial hotel, Raffles. Named for Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, founder of Singapore, the 10 roomed Raffles Hotel opened on December 1st, 1887. 100 years later the Singapore Government declared it […]