Hacks for fabulous hair this summer by Maria Dowling
byNow we’re about to kick back and enjoy our summer hols or upcoming Eid, whether it’s a backpacking adventure or a 5-star luxury resort, your hair needs to be looking…
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Marathon: Conquering the Great Wall of China
byThere 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…
Dubai from the sky with Seawings
byOne 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…
How to prevent Altitude sickness
byAs 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…
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal in Montreal
byMontreal 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…
USA: Where to stop on the Californian Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip
byWhile planning how many days you should take to drive along the Californian Coast, you might be asking yourself which cities you should stop by and how long. This planning…
Ritz-Carlton Dubai: Your home in the city right by JBR beach
byYou 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…
Kilindi Zanzibar by Elewana Collection: A Private Paradise To Discover
byFor our first Zanzibar experience, we made sure to choose a hotel that is part of the GHA (Global Hotel Alliance) so we can use our DISCOVERY Loyalty membership. If…
7 Things You Have To Do When Travelling America
byAs 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…
Running the Angkor Wat Marathon
byCombining 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…
Relax in Montreal at Bota Bota Spa
byIn all my time living in Montreal, I never took the time to pay a visit to the famous Bota Bota Spa. Now that I’m living abroad, when I visit…
Hotel Des Arts by MGallery: Best infinity pool in Saigon
byAs savvy travellers, we love regular comfort and lavish stays. This love for suites in hotels has started quite young for Thuymi as she grew up for the first 15 years…
Eating Healthy in Dubai … Delivery!
byIt’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…
Incredible photos of Nepal shot on iPhone 8 Plus
byAs much as we love our photography on DSLRs, there’s no complete trip without our iPhones. Mobile phones nowadays have cameras that are out of this world and we have…
Temples to go see in Bangkok: Wat Pho
byThere 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…
Spend a full day at the Palace Downtown in Dubai
byWith the hustle and bustle of Dubai, we get tired so quickly and often seek to escape. Escapes don’t always need to be via a stay-cation, it can also be…
What you need to know before traveling to Iceland
byThings You need to Know Below are a few tips and tricks on several important bits of information that might help you plan your next trip to Iceland. Plan in…
Running with the Bulls in Spain
byGrowing 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…
We did a Vietnamese Cheesy photoshoot at the corner shop
byIt happened. I remember 6-7 years ago, even at the time we were on AsianAvenue.com, some of my Vietnamese friends going back to motherland would come back posting a set…
12 photos that will make you want to book at the Four Seasons in Kuwait
byIt’s not just any hotel. It’s a hotel that the interior will make you think you are actually staying in an extension hall of a museum. Nice details everywhere from…
Things to do in Brooklyn, New York
byBrooklyn is a hip place to be. Walking around Williamsburg, enjoying great coffee and eating delicious breakfasts. So many things to do. Enjoy my recent pictures of our day in Brooklyn…
Myanmar: Best hipster cafe in Yangon @ Rangoon Teahouse
byMyanmar has been in the news for a host of different reasons, but one thing is for sure, it is quickly picking up as a tourist attraction. It is getting…
USA: Californian Coast Road trip in Instagram shots
byFollow our journey driving from San Francisco down to San Diego through our Instagram pictures @thuymi @mitchhyde7 San Francisco After seing it on @caseyneistat #vlog, I finally try it at…
The ultimate guide to Boston
byBoston is only a 4 hour drive from Montreal, perfect for a road trip if you are based there. If you are not, Boston is still an American city you…
Marriott Cairo: Staying in a Palace by the Nile River
byWhen 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…
Hotel Indigo Seminyak: Stay in a central new resort in Bali
byBali 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…
Myanmar: Top 3 hangouts in Yangon
byIn Yangon for the evening? Here are the 3 spots to go to enjoy some delicious food & drinks, as well as a great ambiance and decor. // Où aller…
Going to Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia by bus
byDon’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…
Marriott Mena House: Lunch with the best view of The Great Pyramids Of Giza
byThe 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…
Tips for an enjoyable visit at The Great Pyramids Of Giza
byThe Giza pyramids are a must wen you visit Egypt. Expect crowds and evident tourist scams! Not to worry, we have been and here are are pro tips to enjoy…
Beaches you need to visit in Santorini, Greece
bySantorini is known for it’s sunsets but not always their beaches. I had to go investigate myself and ended up visiting many beautiful other spots that the island has to…
The longest urban zip line in the world is in Dubai Marina
byWhen you hear Dubai you are usually expecting grand things. You’ve got it right, the XDubai team, after have created in the past a zip-line going across the Dubai dancing…
Best way to get from Incheon Airport to Seoul
byThere is nothing worse than knowing the airport where you land is so far away from the city. When you want to go to South Korea, specifically Seoul, you must…
Les incontournables de la Gaspésie
byLa Gaspésie est un petit coin du Québec où la nature est à l’honneur. La région vit principalement du tourisme et on comprend très vite les raisons. La Gaspésie est…
Shangri-La Dubai: An urban spa haven
byThere are plenty of business travellers in Dubai and most of them prefer to stay close to Dubai Downtown. On Sheikh Zayed Road, the major highway of the Emirate, there…
Things to know before travelling to Laos
byLaos 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…
Mountain Biking in Kathmandu Valley
byAre you visiting Nepal and only spending your time in Kathmandu? Everyone must think you came to only trek mountains but that’s not the reality. Don’t worry, you can still…
World Cup 2018: Top Places To Visit in Russia
byWith the exciting happenings of the World Cup in Russia, we thought that you might have some free time to travel around with games being played in 12 venues throughout…
The Incredible Edge of the World in Saudi Arabia is awaiting your visit
bySaudi Arabia recently announced its effort to grow tourism for 2030. It approximately projects a 10% growth of visits yearly.The most important announcement has been the visa details for tourists of…
Trois endroits méconnus à visiter en Gaspésie
byLe Québec est un endroit incontournable. Si tu visites, surtout en été, il est un incontournable de faire un tour en Gaspésie et je te conseille trois endroits un peu…
Retreat The Palm by MGallery: A complete wellness journey in Dubai
byEver had a problem of combining a lavish stay while still taking care of yourself physically and mentally? The Retreat on the Dubai Palm have discovered a gap in the…
5 Bakery Cafés You Must Go in Downtown Vancouver
byThe city of Vancouver, Canada, is one of those charming cities that attract tourists from all over that world. Heading there in the summer is by far the best season…
World Cup 2018: Essential tips for travelling to Russia
byYes, the World Cup is here! Russia is a place we always wanted to go but with complicated visa application processes we never made it a priority to go. Although,…
The newest Longest Zipline in the World is in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates and this is how you can do it!
byUnited 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…
Training for an obstacle race in Vietnam
byWhen 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…
Canada: 24 Hours in Quebec City
byOne of our favourite places in the world is Thuymi’s home state, Quebec. From Montreal, a drive to Quebec City takes only 3 hours (2,5 hours if you drive fast)….
Myanmar: Bagan in 2 days
byBagan has to be one of the most scenic and sight pleasing destinations in Asia. We budgeted two days here and we thought was just enough. Some travellers recommend 3,…
Everything you need to know for Kitesurfing in Brazil
byTravelling for sports is a great luxury for the AdventureFaktory team. If you love your Water sports and are willing to travel, then doing some Kitesurfing in Brazil is for…
India: The first impressions
byIndia is such a country of beautiful contrasts. From hectic cosmopolitan cities with millions to rural outskirts with nothing more than your thoughts. Here are our first impressions of this…
Iftar experience on the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2
byPrior to its grand opening planned for October 2018, the famous Queen Elizabeth 2 has been opening its doors an Arabian Majlis offering a wonderful Iftar and Suhoor experience. The…
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort: Lavish property in South Sri Lanka
byAs a traveling couple with a travel website and love taking photos, we always are on the lookout for resorts with a combination of luxury and those “Instagrammable” shot opportunities. After…
Things to know before travelling to Nepal
byIf you are thinking of traveling to Nepal, we believe that you have been to a fair few countries before! This of course is unless it’s among your first trips…
Travelling to Myanmar: Should you go or not?
byWe 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…
The best places to eat Vegetarian in Saigon Viet Nam
byThe challenge when you travel is to find the right restaurants if you have dietary restrictions. If you are vegetarian, travelling in Asia can be quite tricky. Although, you should…
Free classes to stay active during Ramadan in Dubai
byAs health and fitness is a focus to more and more of Dubais’ residents, even though it is Ramadan, many establishments are encouraging people to stay active and this by…
How to hike Everest Base Camp without a Guide
byBelieve 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…
Iftars you need to try when visiting Dubai
byIf you are traveling to Dubai for this upcoming month until Thursday June 14th, you will be right into Ramadan. Although some restaurants stay open, you should try the Iftar experience,…
Day by Day Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek
byThere 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…
Alila Ubud: Hidden Cliffside and Rice Terraces
byThere 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…
Laguna Waterpark at La Mer Dubai
byThere is a new waterpark in Dubai and it is at La Mer. Finally people living around Downtown has a cool version of The Beach JBR but better and with…
10 Things you can do during Ramadan in Dubai
byAre you visiting Dubai during Ramadan? Is it your first Ramadan in Dubai as an expatriate? Breaking the myth that nothing happens during Ramadan, we would like to highlight a diversified list…
What to pack for Everest Base Camp
byAre 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…
Luxury Boutique Hotel in Budapest @ The Aria
byThe Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection is among the top 10 Luxury Hotels In Europe, voted as the #1 actually, by TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice 2017. Our choice for this…
A taste of Hawaii, in Montreal
byFeeling like escaping Montreal? Stuck at work and have no vacation anytime soon? We got you covered. Snowbird Tiki Bar is a trendy spot in Montreal with an Instagram worthy…
Sunset paradise at Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
byOne of the places we had dreamed about going to for years was the US island of Hawaii. We were so worried that we were getting too excited and it…