A perfect day trip from Dublin: Wicklow Mountain National park

wicklow mountain national park

By: Bound2explore December 30, 2018

There is a reason why so many movies were filmed in Wicklow Mountain National Park. The jaw dropping view is one of the reason. So if you are a movie buff, you can track all of the locations or spots where you favorite movie was shot. From a legendary Braveheart to a romance movie like PS I love you.  More than that, Wicklow Mountain National Park also offers outdoor activities such as hiking and horseback riding for you who are into adventure travel. If you are a foodie, you can try authentic Irish food in Enniskerry Village. You can also take a walk in the beautiful garden and learn about the history of Glendalough abbey.   Here are the reasons why Wicklow Mountain National Park is a perfect day trip from Dublin:

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Where to find Halal Restaurants in Tokyo

halal restaurants in Tokyo

By: Bound2explore                                                October 27, 2018

Travelling with a strict diet in another country is not that easy. Whether it’s a halal diet, kosher, gluten free or vegan, you want to make sure you adhere to your strict diet. Sometimes it’s difficult to find a restaurant that cater to your diet in a foreign land. So when I saw so many halal restaurants in Tokyo, I immediately wanted to share it with you all.

Tasting an authentic food when you travelling is a big part of travel experience. Of course you don’t want to miss it at all. For anyone who are wondering on how to maintain their strict halal diet during their travel time in Tokyo, Japan, worry no more. You can find many halal restaurants in Tokyo that serve authentic Japanese cuisine or other etnic cuisine.  It seems Japan really wants to accommodate and promote halal tourism. Continue reading →

A day trip to Bratislava from Vienna

By: Bound2explore                                                 August 30, 2018

 

I’m a big fan of a day trip to another city or country. Some city are quite small that you will be able to explore most of it in one day. Since Bratislava, Slovakia is the closest Capital City to Vienna, I decided to do a day trip to Bratislava from Vienna, Austria.  The trip only took one hour by train. You don’t need to book your ticket ahead of time. The train runs every hour from Vienna Central Station.

If you are ready for a day trip to Bratislava from Vienna, here is on how to start. Take a train from Vienna Central Station to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica  or Bratislava Central Station. From there you can walk to the downtown or you can take a bus or taxi.  Taking a taxi is more convenient but if you are feeling athletic like me then you can walk and bump into the cute spot along the way. You never know what adventure awaits you when you do a day trip to Bratislava from Vienna. Continue reading →

How to Navigate Tokyo’s Train System

How to navigate Tokyo's train system

By: bound2explore                                                                                         August 8, 2018

If you have been to New York City and tried to navigate its subway system and trains, you know how intimidating it can be for a newbie. That, until I arrived in Tokyo and realized that Tokyo has so many train lines within the city. While Tokyo subway only consists Tokyo Metro and Toei subway, there are so many other line that operate in the Greater Tokyo. To learn on how to navigate Tokyo’s train system in Japan before your arrival date will make your trip runs smoothly.

First let’s start with the airport. There are two airports that serve the Greater Tokyo. The closest one to the city is Haneda airport and the furthest one is Narita Airport. If you have many luggage it makes sense to fly to Haneda and then take a taxi or airport shuttle to the hotel. But if you fly to Narita Airport, taxi fare will be quite expensive since it is far from the city. Also, if you arrive during rush hour you will be stuck in traffic.  Your best bet is to take the train to the city. There are few options  you can take. To simplify it, here is a step by step on how to Navigate Tokyo’s train system. Continue reading →

The most adventurous way to Visit Morocco from Europe

the most adventurous wat to visit morocco from europe

By: bound2explore                                      June 3, 2018

You can hop on the plane that will take you to any cities in Morocco from Europe. In fact, there are many budget airlines operated from many major cities in Europe to Morocco. But why would you pick such an ordinary way of travel if you can make a journey more enjoyable and unique. If hopping a continent is in your future plan, you might want to consider sailing. While plane can take you there quicker, still the most adventurous way to visit Morocco from Europe is by sailing across the Gibraltar Strait. The Gibraltar Strait is where Atlantic Ocean meets Mediterranean Sea but the water do not transgress. It is a sight to behold to watch this natural phenomenon while you are on the boat/ferry. So how do you plan if your heart has set on the most adventurous way to visit Morocco from Europe?  Continue reading →

10 Things You Must Do in Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, Hungary

By: bound2explore                                                 April 30, 2018

You probably have heard the story of Vlad Dracula and Elizabeth Bathory. If you want to trace back the history of these two infamous duo, then exploring the history of Budapest certainly will enhance your travel experience. Imagine, visiting the Buda castle at night while listening to scary story from the past. Not to mention the eerie feeling when you explore the underground labyrinth beneath the castle hill where Vlad Dracula was imprisoned by Hungarian King back in the days. If you are into dark history, then visiting Buda castle should be one of 10 things you must do in Budapest, Hungary.  Continue reading →

Three days in Barcelona, Spain

By: Bound2explore                  March 21, 2018

My three days in Barcelona, Spain started near La Ramblas as I witnessed a crime in progress. No traveler is really prepared for such things. Even when you are aware of the risk you will face while travelling in foreign countries, you always think it would never happened to you.  After such an experience, somehow I am still able to develop an adoration toward Barcelona. There is something endearing about this city. If every city has its own personality, then Barcelona’s would be lively and warm. Not to mention that almost every time   you look around you can spot Gaudi Architecture. So if you are into architecture, beautiful landscape, food, and history, Barcelona is a place to be. Just keep in mind to hold you bag a little tighter. Continue reading →

What is like to fly on Qatar Airways Business Class

By: Bound2explore                                   February 13, 2018

Maybe it’s your new year’s resolution to finally travel with style and luxury. Or maybe you are sick being cramped like a sardines in economy class on long haul flight. Whatever it is your reason, flying on business class is something that any travelers might aspire to do. Imagine the flat seat, the spacious area, the impeccable service, delicious food and a big screen TV accompanying your journey. While most major airlines provide a comparable business class, some airlines just do it better than others. If your heart is set on spending more money for a better travel experience, then the next thing to do is to find the airlines that provide the kind of service that you crave for. Delicious food? Extensive wine list? amazing service? Or combination between impeccable service and a state of art aircraft.  Continue reading →

How to visit Andorra, French and Spain in one day

By: Bound2explore                                 January 24, 2018

 

Could you possibly visit three countries; Andorra, French and Spain in one day? If you live on North America Continent, it seems impossible to do that.  Since the continent is quite large and some states like Texas or California are bigger than some countries in Europe. But if you happen to live in Europe or visiting Europe, then you can easily do that. In fact you can totally enjoy one city in each country. If you are short on time and want to experience what Europe has to offer then this itinerary will be perfect for you. So how to visit Andorra, French and Spain in one day? Continue reading →

The most dangerous hiking path in Spain: Caminito Del Rey

The most dangerous hiking path in Spain: Caminito Del Rey

By: Bound2explore                          December 18, 2017

The most dangerous hiking path in Span; Caminito Del Rey had claimed a few lives in the past. This hiking path was deemed to be dangerous that the government decided to close the place for public. Finally the place was re-opened after undergoing extensive renovation and reconstruction of the bridge, the boardwalk, and safety cable. While the most dangerous hiking path in Spain: Caminito Del Rey is no longer as dangerous as it was before reconstruction, it is also not a walk in the park.  Due to quality of terrain, it requires a certain level of physical effort and skillfulness. As the highest point of the path stand at 105 meters or around 345 feet, you can’t be afraid of height if you want to hike here. So, are you ready to hike on the most dangerous hiking path in Spain: Caminito Del Rey? Continue reading →