Travel
The cool places and not-so-cool places we want to talk about.
By Haja Nirina on March 26, 2011
A long time leader in the african airline industry, Air Madagascar has slept on its laurels and is now faces many issues ranging from poor customer service to below the standards aircraft maintenance.
Posted in Travel | Tagged 767, Air Madagascar, airline, airlines, Antananarivo, Boeing, CDG, customer service, flights, Madagascar, Paris, safety, TNR, Travel
By Haja Nirina on October 4, 2010
Tourists in search of exotism and endemic species tend to disgard Antananarivo, Madagascar’s vibrant and colourful capital.
Antananarivo has a lot to offer for the curious traveler. Rich is colors and rich in history, Antananarivo is called ” the City of the Thousands” for various reasons.
Posted in Travel | Tagged Ambohimanga, Ambohipotsy, Antananarivo, Antaninarenina, Boussole, gastronomy, Grill du Rova, History, King, KUDETA, Madagascar, Merina Kingdowm, Old City, Palace, Queen, Restaurants, Rova, Sucett's, Tourism, Travel, Visit, Walk
By Haja Nirina on September 16, 2010
A trendy french bistrot located in the renovated central train station of Antananarivo. Will the service and cuisine match the decor?
Posted in Food, Travel | Tagged Analakely, Antananarivo, Avenue Independance, Bistrot, Café de la gare, colonial building, Duck, foodie, French, Madagascar, Magret, Malagasy, Micheline, Nightlife, Restaurant, Service, Soarano, Tourism, train station, Travel
By Haja Nirina on July 20, 2010
Many travellers are provided contradictory advices about their safety in Madagascar. We try to provide an objective opinion here.
Posted in Travel | Tagged advisory, Antananarivo, checkpoint, crisis, Madagascar, police, political, safety, Travel
By Haja Nirina on July 16, 2010
Hotel Tamboho is a new hotel-restaurant in Antananarivo. Due to its location, it has quickly become a favourite lunch destination for Antananarivo’s businessmen.
Posted in Food, Travel | Tagged Antananarivo, Madagascar, Restaurant, Romazava, Tana Water Front
By Haja Nirina on June 30, 2010
Reviewing the only oyster bar in Québec city located in the Nouvo Saint-Roch neighbourhood.
Posted in Food, Travel | Tagged Bouillabaisse, Canada, Enroute, Oyster, Québec, Restaurant, Risotto, Suckling Pig, Tartare, Versa, Wine
By Haja Nirina on June 30, 2010
No matter how much stuff I have packed in my carry-on or my checked-in luggage, there are a few items I can’t travel with.
Posted in Gear, Travel
By Haja Nirina on March 8, 2010
Just 10 minutes away from Cape Town, in the Constantia vineyard, dining at La Colombe is a must do.
Posted in Food, Travel | Tagged Award Winning, Constantia, Cuisine, Food, French, Fusion, La Colombe, Restaurant, Vineyard
By Haja Nirina on February 16, 2010
Chef Picard decided to bring his magic to the traditional Sugar Shack.
Posted in Food, Travel | Tagged 2009, 2010, Best, cabane a sucre, EenRoute, Foie gras, Food, Lobster, Mirabel, Montréal, Pied de Cochon, Québec, Restaurant, Soup, sugar shack, Tourte, Traditional