(One language I'm not going to learn: Estonian. Sorry guys, it's way too difficult. Cute, though).I've always liked learning languages - I speak German pretty well, have had good moments with Japanese, and dabbled pretty unsuccessfully in Slovak and Spanish. When I travel, I always try to learn at …
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Bhutan, where people must be smiling
I've long been intrigued by the idea of visiting the tiny nation of Bhutan. And I admit that's mostly because it keeps showing up in those surveys as the home of the happiest people in the world. I like being happy, so why wouldn't I want to visit the happiest place? A freelance writer named John …
Valentine’s Day travel dreams
Happy Valentine's Day to all you romantics out there ... and let me take this opportunity to fantasize about my ideal romantic holiday.My travelling style isn't exactly suited to romantic getaways - I'm not one to settle down in a luxury hotel room or resort and chill out with my other half, because …