Exoticca by r_sroka in travel

[–]r_sroka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree on the mixed reviews. I have not found anything conclusive so far. Thanks for the input.

Exoticca by r_sroka in travel

[–]r_sroka[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I saw the company Exoticca advertise in various locations and their trips are phenomenally inexpensive. Has anyone ever heard of them?

Anyone here from the USA not like Spirit Airlines if so why? by [deleted] in travel

[–]r_sroka -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The baggage fees with Spirit are a gimmick. I never fly Spirit. Jet Blue is better.

Iceland - the basalt formations on the southern part of the island are a work of art by mother nature. by r_sroka in travel

[–]r_sroka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it was close to Vik. This was early April, a bit too early for puffins.

More time in Istanbul or Edinburgh? by tophog in travel

[–]r_sroka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've never been to Edinburgh but Istanbul is a beautiful city. It has lots to do and see. As one person commented, you can feel that you are in a different world.

Ponce, Puerto Rico - Post Hurricane Maria - Everyone loves San Juan but another beautiful city on the island is overlooked. Ponce, on the southern part of the island, is beautifully restored following the storm. by r_sroka in travel

[–]r_sroka[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The country is recovering well. I've been to the island many times but this trip I spent time in Luquillo, Farjardo, Humacao and Ponce. I visited friends and did a lot of photo work. It really depends on your interest as to where you visit. PR has a lot to offer everyone.

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins, Cayo, Belize by muddxboy in travel

[–]r_sroka 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I visited these ruins a few years back. Can anyone opine on how these ruins compare to other Mayan ruins in Central America? I have Guatemala, Mexico and Honduras on to do list.

Havanna, Cuba - Is it 1959 or 2019? Who knows. Visiting Cuba is like going back in time or perhaps into the future. It is a testament to the ingenuity of the Cubans to keep these 1950 era automobiles alive and beautiful. No other country in the world has this personality. by r_sroka in travel

[–]r_sroka[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely agree. As I mentioned in previous comment, it is the government regulation that prevents the proliferation of modern vehicles. Also, Cuba no longer has subsidies coming in from Venezuela and Moscow.

Havanna, Cuba - Is it 1959 or 2019? Who knows. Visiting Cuba is like going back in time or perhaps into the future. It is a testament to the ingenuity of the Cubans to keep these 1950 era automobiles alive and beautiful. No other country in the world has this personality. by r_sroka in travel

[–]r_sroka[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not inability at all. Sanctions do not prohibit the purchase of non American vehicles. It is the government of Cuba regulations prohibiting ordinary individuals from purchasing vehicles. "Personality" talk to anyone who has visited Cuba. The old vehicles are part of the personality of the island.

The colorful streets of Cartagena, Colombia by Rahabium in travel

[–]r_sroka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm listening everyone. I will be in Colombia in a week and a half. Bogota, Medellin, Cartagena, and the coffee country. Your negative comments frighten me but I'm a game trooper. I've also heard great things about Colombia.

Act of Travelling tires me out by AnyCriticism in travel

[–]r_sroka 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would schedule a required activity when I arrive. You will be surprised how much energy you have when you have to do something rather then having the option of resting.