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WELCOME TO TRAVEL OPINIONS PROAs long as I can remember my passport has always been full of the colorful entry and exit stamps from my travels around the world. From a very young age I knew that I had the travel bug and the deep need to go places that most people would not think of. When I had kids I started traveling with them as soon as they could sit up. And I never had a screaming child or one that misbehaved. More about this later. I love an adventure and I’m always looking for the next place that will leave a lasting impression on us and the people we meet. Each trip we also like to bring needed books or supplies to one of the remote places we visit. Most of all I want to share how I plan my trips and how...Continue Reading >> |
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Chiang Mai, Thailand Baan Orapin Bed and Breakfast
Thailand is one of the most amazing places to visit. Everything from the people to the land and everything in between makes it the most memorable place I have ever been to. We decided to visit the enchanting province of Chiang Mai and it was an experience unlike any other. While staying in Thailand we wanted to stay somewhere comfortable and safe so we decided to rest our head at the boutique Baan Orapin Boutique Bed and Breakfast. Our stay was amazing in every way. The staff is very accommodating and knowledgeable about pretty much everything.
Baan Orapin Boutique Bed and Breakfast is a gorgeous mansion made from teak wood built-in 1914. It is well maintained, which you can understand by ...Continue Reading >
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor
Why You Should Stay at Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in Cambodia
It’s not a surprise why many tourists find Cambodia as the ultimate vacation spot. With the sweltering but easy-to-get-used-to heat, lofty palm trees, the array of international restaurants, and world wonders down the road, the country makes it hard to miss the usual home comforts. Travelers have constantly found their “couple of days” vacation turn to weeks, even months; years to those who have the luxury. Regardless, there is an abundance of hotels and inns in this country which makes it hard for a first-timer to choose. If you still haven’t found a place to sojourn, why don’t you take a look at Raffles Grand Hotel ...Continue Reading >
What to expect… Before you go to Cambodia to see Angkor Wat!
One of the most beloved and well-preserved Temples in Cambodia, the Angkor Wat was deemed to be a part of the World Heritage List by UNESCO – the only site from the Kingdom of Cambodia. The temple itself, with its history deeply rooted and etched within the long galleries epitomizes the architecturalsophistication of the Khmer Empire.
The temple is originally a tribute to the Hindu God Lord Vishnu (The Creator),and the whole site is built as a miniature replica of the universe, with towers, moats, concentric walls, bas-relief carvings, and the sheer enormity of the area has a sensuous allure thatcan captivate you, morning or evening. Apart from the main temple, you can also visit any one ...Continue Reading >
Cambodia, Siem Reap
What to expect… when you’re visiting the Angkor Wat! And the Grand
Siem Reap is the capital city of Siem Reap Province in northwestern Cambodia, and a popular resort town as the gateway to Angkor region. Siem Reap has colonial and Chinese-style architecture in the Old French Quarter, and around the Old Market. The provincial capital Siem Reap is located in the South of the province on the shores of the Tonle Sap Lake, the greatest sweet water reserve in whole Southeast Asia. The name of the city literally means Siamese defeated, referring to the victory of the Khmer Empire over the army of the Thai kingdom in the 17th century.
One of the most beloved and well-preserved Temples in Siem ...Continue Reading >
Smart tips to keep the kids entertained while traveling
By Rick Steve's and a little help from me, Mom aka Penny Fleming. When this was written my kids are the ages below but they are no longer go with mom and dad on a tour. They are very much a part of where we go.
Rick Steve's writes about his kids that were young and taking them on trips. When they were in their single digits, our trips were consumed with basic survival issues, such as eating and sleeping. By the time they entered their teens, the big challenge became making our trips educational and fun.
Europe is rich with amazing museums, churches, and art. But unlike you, kids may not appreciate the magnificence of a Michelangelo statue or the significance of an ancient temple. Still, ...Continue Reading >
