Edmonton, the capital of the province of Alberta, is a capital place for those of us interested in food.
The city is situated on the North Saskatchewan River, with the downtown and beautiful legislature grounds on the north side and the University of Alberta and nearby Old Strathcona neighbourhood (voted one of the top 10 coolest neighbourhoods in Canada) on the south. It is easy to cross the green river valley over the many bridges — by car, bicycle or on foot (there’s even a cute little street car that crosses the High Level Bridge).
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Confusion over what is acceptable attire for men and women in Dubai results in many, often, slightly panicked, questions on travel forums: ‘Help! I’m going to Dubai, what should I wear?’ ‘Do I need to cover my head?’ ‘Can I wear a bikini on the beach?’ ‘Can I wear shorts to a mall?’ This simple guide tells you what’s acceptable and what’s best avoided.
Dubai is the best known, and most tolerant, of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. It receives millions of tourists every year but it’s still a part of a Muslim country and there are some simple guidelines to follow if you want to be respectful of local Emirati culture and tradition while still making the most of this unique destination.
With Cambodia’s tragic history, the capital can bring out all sorts of emotions in visitors to its streets and alley ways. Phnom Penh can be heartbreaking, it can be moving, it can be inspiring. To run the gauntlet of all the emotions, here’s our tips of ‘must sees’…
The sleepy riverside town of Koh Kong is becoming a popular outdoor destination amongst travellers to Cambodia. With easy access to the pristine Cardamom Mountains, the town makes a good base for exploring the area. There’s something for everyone, even if you’re not feeling too energetic. Fat Sam’s, a Cambodian/Western run restaurant and bar is an excellent source of information on the ground, and can help you organise trips, or a driver.
