Lola’s travelogue

Long Haul

Long Haul

Gazing upon the beautiful night sky aboard British Airways

10 Ways to Pass Time on Long Flights

How To written 4 July 2008

The journey towards our ultimate destinations can be very tedious especially when it spans multiple continents. Traversing the world means having to travel much longer distances to get to those off-beaten locations. So here are ten tips I used to survive my 17 hr long haul flight.

Soak in the Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Soak in the Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Known for its therapeutic effects and proven health benefits for relieving psoriasis, eczema, and other skin conditions, patrons soak in the soothing geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon in Iceland.

Strolling on a windy day

Strolling on a windy day

This busker was walking on a “windy” day on Estefeta Street while standing absolutely still; one of the many characters that liven up Pamplona every July. From Brazilian street performers to clowns to randomly drunk revelers unaware that they are entertaining crowds, Pamplona's streetlife adds a new dimension to an already unforgettable experience, which is the running of the bulls.

Bermuda Blues

Bermuda Blues

View from the hotel window

Colorful Bermuda

Colorful Bermuda

Don’t let the Bermuda Triangle scare you. Just 2 hours by air from Washington, D.C. and New York, a long weekend jaunt is just the romantic getaway you need to escape from it all

Famous Fountain-Jumping

Famous Fountain-Jumping

Started years ago by drunken Australian revelers, this ritual has become as much a part of the festival as the bull running itself

Watching the Txupinazo

Watching the Txupinazo

Watching the Txupinazo; which is the official festival kickoff at 12 noon marked by the launching of a rocket.

Blending in the crowd

Blending in the crowd

Sangria udder

Sangria udder

Lola Akinmade

Lola Akinmade has been a member since 17 February 2008 and goes by geotraveler.

Currently in the DC area.

I am a photojournalist, artist, geographer, programmer, travel writer, cartoonist, and many more personalities in between :)

Find me at http://www.lolaakinmade.com

You can also find Lola at www.lolaakinmade.com.

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