The Middle East region boats of beautiful properties to satisfy a wide range of travellers looking for refuge in unique properties with adjacent experiences and service. As a mission to…
For anyone living in the Middle East and Dubai (or simply flying often), it’s essential to accumulate Emirates Skywards miles! With the loyalty program getting better every year, it has…
Since meeting my AdventureFaktory partner in crime, I have adopted a new sporting team – the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League (NHL). Thuymi’s passion for the organization combined…
As a sport nut, I need to see where the best of the best are recognized for every sport – in the Hall of Fame! So when I was in…
We thought that since Ramadan is just around the corner in the Middle East, the large majority of the nations are fasting, we might get in on the action as…
Looking for a island in the Maldives that offers absolutely everything for the whole family? While still offering the seclusion we come to expect from this part of the world?…
What to do in Sri Lanka? Here is a guide we made for you if you have over a week to spend there! Get a coffee and read up our…
We are firm believers that travelling is the best way to learn about life, mature and develop your sense of curiosity. For us, travel is certainly the life-long university degree…
What to do in Dubai? Well take a break from the glitz and glamour and come see what Old Dubai has to offer. Yes Dubai is known for its tall…
Located in the premium location of downtown Kuwait lies the Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya and it truly needs to be seen to be believed! With sky high…
We have just completed our first Safari and we wished we had a list of what we needed to bring to make sure it is a comfortable as possible. So…
Gone again? How? We make travelling a priority for our healthy lives. We are savvy travellers while keeping our jobs. It is possible to be a globe trotter without quitting…
Last long weekend we managed to sneak away to Istanbul to check it out for the very first time. We got a really good deal with Qatar Airways, who do…
There are many things that qualify as “tough”. Jumping out of a plane, running at people trying to tackle you, university exams, but I think one excellent way to measure…
One of the first things we wanted to do when we got to Dubai is to see what it looks like from the air. Many options are available such as…
As logic suggests, the higher in altitude you go, the less oxygen there is in the air. So we were a little worried when we booked La Paz, Bolivia about…
Montreal in the summer is one of the best cities you can visit. A stunning European city in Canada, French being spoken everywhere with some of the best foods you…
You must be wondering why we think the Ritz-Carlton would be your home in Dubai? Situated right at the end of the strip of Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR), the Ritz-Carlton…
As a Canadian, Thuymi frequently grew up on family road-trips to the USA. It is one of the most versatile countries in the world, with the nation encompassing a wide selection…
Combining our passion for travel and sports is always our goal. So when an invite was available for the Angkor Wat Half Marathon in Cambodia, we booked our tickets and headed…
It’s the summer in Dubai and you must feel like take out instead of going out. Deliveroo, Uber Eats, etc can be quite tempting with non healthy options so we…
There are many temples to visit in Bangkok and you obviously want to see them all. Discover more about Wat Pho and make up your Bangkok temple path for your…
Growing up, I was constantly told what I could not and should not do. Don’t touch that, don’t leave that there, you can’t eat that. However, someone forgot to mention…
When we were in Egypt, we stayed at a very central location at the Marriott Cairo. Along side the Nile River, it is close to the Pyramids and the go…
Bali has so many hotels, it is easy to get lost in the search for quality/price. Hotel Indigo Seminyak Beach in Bali is quite a new resort and is a…
Don’t you dream of having one of those beautiful pictures on the perfect white floor and with crazy mirror reflections from the floor? That’s at the famous Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia…
The Mena House is a historic palatial hotel, based in the shadow of the great Pyramids of Giza on the outskirts of Cairo. The place was originally built as a royal lodge…
Laos is quickly becoming popular with tourists with Bangkok, Hanoi, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur all now offering direct flights to the once hard to access country. It is still quite…
United Arab Emirates like to do things on a GRAND scale! In Ras Al Khaimah they launched in January 2018 the longest Zipline in the world and this is everything…
When Thuymi and I started dating we realized quickly we both love sports and travel. We started to do both, travelling to chase sports events and fitness events. Our first…
We were fortunate to visit Myanmar in 2015. Unfortunately today, the country has been in a controversy with all the military actions against the Muslim minority Rohingya. You must be…
Believe it or not, the AdventureFaktory team did Everest Base Camp without a guide or a porter. Can you or can you not do this trek without a guide? We…
There are many itineraries available for the Everest Base Camp trek. Some are within shorter days and others longer. Here is the longer journey we took considering we wanted to…
There are so many reasons to go to Bali. Some want to the white sand beaches, others want to get amongst the active nightlife. Ubud is known as the relaxing…
Are you on the look out for a comprehensive list for your Everest Base Camp? We have just come back from completing Everest Base Camp and have all the information…
If you never have seen this location before, it’s neither you have been living under a rock or you don’t like to travel! Meet the beautiful natural beauty of Salar de…
As Myanmar is becoming a must destination, we thought we shall share to you one of their destination you must not miss for your trip. Meet Inle Lake, a freshwater lake…
Are you planning to visit India? Agra seems like a must destination to visit the famous Taj Mahal, but then are you torn between other incredible cities and don’t have…
What are the things to do in Old Dubai? This guide is not about the landmarks to see in Dubai, but places you should know to go grab a bite,…
While we have been traveling plenty lately, we had not had a holiday for a long while. By that we mean a real one, sitting, doing nothing, enjoying good time at…
Ever had such a bad day where all you wanted to do was go and break stuff? One of those days when you don’t want to wake up? A place…
Have you ever wanted to stay in one of the world’s most well known hotels at no cost? The iconic Atlantis Hotel on the Dubai Palm in celebration of hitting…
After spending 4 amazing days in the capital of Cuba, we could have given you a list of 100 different things that you can try here. However, we have compiled…
Looking for a vacation to disconnect from everything? The Maldives is a place you should always consider! There are so many choices, you can decide to spend your time at…
Heading away for an African Safari? The AdventureFaktory team has just completed it, so we have the inside knowledge for you on how to pick your tour company! 1) Choose…
Breakfast, lunch, dinner. This is what we are used to, but it is now the time to get used to afternoon teas! I’m saying this because I’m from Montréal, Canada…
Sometimes when you are looking for a brunch, it’s all about the food and not always about having as many drinks as we possibly can. You just want to find…
The AdventureFaktory duo don’t have too much downtime, but when we do, we love to watch a good tv show. One of our absolute favorites is the Tonight Show starring Jimmy…
There’s a debate as to what is the best temple in Bangkok and this one is regularly in the conversation. Situated on the West bank of the Chao Phraya River,…
You must wonder how to get great photos for your Instagram if you are travelling alone or with your loved one. Who is going to take the photos? Tripod? Stranger. …
You’ve just booked your holiday to Dubai or thinking about it. You find yourself being very unsure about what to wear in Dubai and what to pack for the trip….
If you are looking for a moody and chill place for dinner around the Marina side of Dubai, give Spirito restaurant located in the Media One Hotel a go. We were greeted…
We had a plethora of meetings scheduled downtown Dubai with a range of clients and needed a place to stay that was close to plenty of cafes. We still wanted…
Fitbit have lead the way in tracking your fitness with amazing products like the Alta HR (that we both own) and have taken this to a whole new level with…
Sometimes food gets boring. Eating the same things from the same restaurant is comfortable, but that is not who we are. We will always try different foods, cultures and experiences….
The daily grind of Dubai (heat, traffic, work) is enough to drive even the most headstrong people crazy, so every now and then we love to get away with a…
For many people, Sport is Life. They live it and breathe it. You can find these people glued to their phone on weekends checking sports scores and staying up to…
What to do in this Dubai summer heat if you can’t really escape? How about a full weekend to get into the world of Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection and discover…
Take me out to the ball game One of my Bucket list goals was to see my San Francisco Giants baseball team play a home game. The goal was ticked…
If you are anything like me, I am absolutely obsessed with Basketball! Especially the NBA (National Basketball Association)! But if there is one thing I love more, it is the…
SLH is a luxury resort on a massive 60 hectare property on the gorgeous Sri Lankan South East Coastline. With world famous national parks close by, the area is well…
We always imagined the romantic idea of staying in a castle was expensive and in the countryside. GLO Hotel Art Helsinki is an old art nouveau castle located in the…
If you are planning to visit the UAE, you should spare a couple of days to see the capital Abu Dhabi. There are many option of places to stay for…
During our last trip to Beirut, we stayed at the O Monot Hotel and had a fantastic time. We would not have known about it, if not for our ENTERTAINER…
One of my passions in life is fitness and training. I love being in shape and working hard. So when a few of my friends had told me about a…
