scenic flight Archives - Splinter's Paradise

Day 188: From Laos Singapore to New York

July 1, 2014

Today, I planned to spend most of my time exploring the neighborhoods of Queens in New York. I woke up around 7 a.m., right on time. After a refreshing shower, I brushed my teeth and styled my hair. While packing, I realized I had lost two t-shirts in the Bahamas. “Oh well, things happen,” I shrugged. On the bright side, I found my belt tucked away in my backpack. I thought it was gone for good, but thankfully, it wasn’t. Around 7:20 a.m., I checked out of the hostel and headed to a Subway shop three blocks away. I decided…

by Maarten

Day 179: One of the seven natural wonders of the world

June 22, 2014

I woke up around 9:30 am, buzzing with excitement for my scenic flight over the Grand Canyon. I needed to confirm the flight in the morning, and luckily, everything was set. The van was scheduled to pick me up in front of the hostel at 10:20. Surprisingly, the scenic flight was quite affordable, costing only $150. Around 10:20, the driver picked me up. I knew it would take some time to get there, with the plane scheduled to take off at 12:30 pm. During the ride, the driver shared fascinating stories about his work in Las…

by Maarten

Day 121: A scenic flight from Lake Tekapo

April 26, 2014

I woke up 10 minutes before my alarm, welcomed by the crisp morning air at Lake Opuha Picnic Area. An eager anticipation fueled my excitement for today’s exploration of Lake Tekapo. Swiftly leaving my current spot, I activated my car’s heater to ward off the chill. The morning held a delightful surprise in the form of a breathtaking landscape. Although familiar with the lake from the previous day, the majestic mountains in the background were an unexpected marvel. Enthralled by the scene, I snapped pictures, ensuring to capture the remarkably clean toilet block—a refreshing departure from the often unsightly…

by Maarten