Author: Tom

Skopje, a capial full of statues and Kitch

When a new country tries to break through and compete for international tourism, why not make it Kitch? In Skopje, they did just that! Apart from Rome, I do not think I have seen...

Dubai, with its fantasy architecture!

Dubai architecture may be best known for its skyscrapers and glass buildings, but it has some attractions that could be considered pure fantasy. And, as far as I know, it still holds the record...

Dubai was better than I feared.

I must admit that I doubted whether I would like Dubai and arrived with prejudices that it was not for a budget traveller. And yes, fine-budget hotels and cheap accommodations are difficult to find....

Rustaq, the date said New Year’s Eve!

The date could have fooled me; no sign said it was New Year’s Eve, but I still had a pleasant stay in Rustaq, this relatively small city in Oman. However, the “struggle” to reach...

Al Hamra at the foot of the Hajar Mountains

Al Hamra is one of the oldest villages in Oman—many houses are abandoned. The Bait Al Safah Museum will be found in the middle of this. In this “phantom-like” village, you see a 400-year-old building...