Tips for Traveling in Rajasthan, India I’ve recently remapped a journey I took in India back in 2007. For those new to my blog, I’m fairly well-travelled (although the list keeps growing). …

Winding through lanes that were only wide enough for one; the sky was growing darker and I had two thoughts…. This is my belated birthday surprise weekend away. Organised totally by Ross, …

I visited Kenya in September 2019 and these places were ‘top of the list’ on Trip Advisor at the time. There are so many amazing things to do in Kenya, but I’ve …

Our first task was to collect water from a pond about 1 mile away to mix with dirt

Amboseli National Park is in southern Kenya. It’s known for its large elephant herds and views of immense Mount Kilimanjaro, across the border in Tanzania. When we booked out trip to Kenya …

Located in the Siem Reap province of Cambodia, this UNESCO World Heritage site was once the centre of the Khmer empire that ruled Southeast Asia before the civilisation went extinct. The city …

Free-roaming orangutans, combined with a storybook journey up a winding jungle river, made this adventure world-class.Since collaborating with B1G1 last November and aligning my businesses CSR Policy with the UN Global Sustainability …

My heart is in Havana It was so great to be back in Havana, we only had 1 night and 1/2 a day here upon arriving and now that we have slipped …

Cuba produces some of the world’s best quality cigars, with over 100 different varieties. And it’s at Viñales that a lot of the premium tobacco grows to produce one of Cuba’s finest …

I decided to book us on to a tour of Cuba to try and get the most out of the short time we had in Cuba.  After a few relaxing days in …

After a hectic experience in Djemma El Fna and the Medina, we decided to book a tour to see the countryside. A 4×4 drive in the Atlas Mountains.  It was just Ross …

A peaceful and stylish hideaway in a green corner of Marrakech. For my birthday, Ross booked a 4-night winter getaway to Marrakech.  It’s the first holiday we have booked through Secret Escapes …

We had the most amazing experience in a Ryokan last night and after a 30min drive back to the city we stashed our luggage in one of the many lockers in Kyoto …

  Arashiyama is in the far west of Kyoto, tucked along the base of the Arashiyama Mountains (meaning “Storm Mountains”).  We visited this area upon arriving in Kyoto from Tokyo on the …

It is fair to say the sole reason I chose the Bahamas for our recent holiday was because of the Swimming Pigs! The calm, turquoise waters and soft, powdery white sand are frequently advertised …

  After attending a friends beautiful wedding in Kinsale and exploring nearby Cobh.  We ventured to Blarney Castle to Kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘Gift of the Gab’ or the …

This is my second visit to he ruins of Ephesus which are a popular tourist attraction in Turkey. The city of Ephesus was once famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of …

Cappadocia is hands-down one of the most memorable places I have ever visited. The town lies in a unique landscape that looks like it could be from a city on the moon or …

We are spending a week in Italy as a summer break.  Ross is very keen to visit Venice (which I’ve visited before) and since it is close to Verona we decided to …

Venice is a maze of canals and small streets, whimsical bridges, and colorful buildings. And as with all mazes, you should prepare to find yourself lost a time or two.  This is my second visit to …

Surrounded by the soaring indigo heights of the Remarkables and framed by the meandering coves of Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is a right show-off. It looks like a small town, but it is the ‘Global …

When you stand a look into the Grand Canyon you suddenly realise how tiny and insignificant you are and how incredible the world is. We booked a helicopter tour of The Grand …

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I booked this trip to Egypt last minute and although I’ve travelled a lot by myself in the past I felt that it was best to book on a tour for this …

Lake Bled is unique with its emerald-green lake, a church on the island in the middle. Overlooking the lake is a medieval castle from the 11th century, perched on a cliff top. Yes, …

My sister and I took a 3hr bus ride from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park which is one of the oldest national parks in Southeast Europe and the largest national park in Croatia.  We …

We are visiting just two greek islands on this trip as we are a little pushed for time.  Our first stop is the beautiful Mykonos.  We have chosen to rent an apartment …

One of the jewels of Jaipur, the temple complex encompasses natural fresh water springs and 7 holy ‘kunds’ or water tanks.

Holi is a period of joyous festivity where people sprinkle colours to welcome the spring which is also the season of romantic love. Although it’s a primarily Hindu festival many other communities …

We hired a private driver in Delhi for the next 3 weeks to ensure we can get to all the locations we want to see. After a 5 hour drive to Agra we …

After a fairly difficult few days in Delhi we decided to visit a travel agent and book a tour out of the city.  We envisioned yoga, meditating and cooking classes in the …

Construction on the tower started in 1173 AD near the city’s cathedral on a piece of land known as Piazza dei Miracoli (“Square of Miracles”). The tower was round and 52 feet …

I love Cesky Krumlov! It’s a small town in Southern Bohemia, has long been recognised as travellers to Europe as one of the most charming fairytale towns in all of Europe. I couldn’t be …

Prague is a destination that always seems to be in vogue. It’s a city I have always dreamt of visiting and it is my first European stop (apart from London) on my …

I have spent the last few days in Cusco acclimatising to the altitude in preparation for the highlight of my trip to South America… The Inca Trail. Day 1 I woke at …

Being sick in this incredible city has been disappointing as San Pedro Prison and  ‘Death Road’ were on my bucket-list of things to do and I’m far to weak to consider doing …

This is a 4-day Pampas Tour into the Amazon.  The first day we departed from Rurrenabaque and were driven 3hrs in a 4×4 on a dusty, bumpy and cow-scattered road to the banks …

After a 22-hour delay I have finally arrived in Rurrenabaque, I met some really nice people at the airport and have booked on a Pampas Tour into the Amazon with them.  We …

Strung out along the shoreline of Lago Nahuel Huapi, in the middle of the national park, Bariloche has one of the most beautiful settings imaginable. It reminds me a lot of Queenstown, …

From their earliest childhood travel memory, to the place where they learnt the most about themselves, and what’s at the top of their bucket list, it’s wanderlust guaranteed – and I cannot …

Under its radiant glow, I felt a sense of wonder, insignificance, and connection all at once. It’s as if we’re part of an ancient cosmic story, a witness to the ongoing saga …

For many of us, the first shivers of that festive feeling come as we meander through the pines and firs at the local Christmas tree stall. Yet, while we become evermore conscious of the environmental impact of …

A Maasai warrior is a fine sight. Those young men have, to the utmost extent, that particular form of intelligence which we call chic; daring and wildly fantastical as they seem, they …

The last of the schools we visited yesterday, at Aberdare Ranges, caters largely for the kids from New Canaan Village, which is a community built by refugees over the last 10 years. …