2015 was a TERRIBLE year for me so, I think for the first time ever, I made New Year resolutions going in to 2016 and I did pretty well. I managed to tick all of them off bar one. And to be fair, that one was "Get Tattoo" which I majorly chickened out of. Not … Continue reading New Year Travel Resolutions
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Victoria Park – the Jewel of London’s East End
Whether winter or summer, spending time in central London will drive you a bit mad eventually with all the hustle and bustle. Luckily London has many green spaces and city parks to give you a breather. A walk around Victoria Park and a bit of brunch can blow all the cobwebs away! This park, which … Continue reading Victoria Park – the Jewel of London’s East End
How-To Survive Very Long Bus Journeys…
Suggestion 1: Don't go on a bus! Take a mini instead! ... Just kidding... Here I'll tell you the best ways to avoid utter misery whilst on a long bus journey. The biggest downside of travelling is always the actual travelling! I know, I know... not really avoidable! Over the course of the last 9 … Continue reading How-To Survive Very Long Bus Journeys…
How-To do Machu Picchu on the Semi-Cheap
Machu Picchu is amazing. You really can't argue with that. It is this of course which makes it so expensive. If you want to see Machu Picchu but don't want to spend much outside of the entrance fee, here is my suggestion of what to do and how to do it: Buy a return minibus … Continue reading How-To do Machu Picchu on the Semi-Cheap
Exploring Otavalo Market
Everyone travelling around South America ends up with alpaca wool jumpers with crazy llama patterns all over. You can spot a tourist a mile off with these kind of souvenirs but I don't think that is all bad - I mean, they're pretty cool. For a start, South America is way colder than I thought … Continue reading Exploring Otavalo Market
The Galapagos in Pictures – Part 2
I posted some photos from my trip to the Galapagos a few days ago but I've got a few more to show off. They say pictures speak 1000 words...
The Galapagos In Pictures – Part 1
The Galapagos Islands are too pretty not to share some more photos from my recent trip. You'll find more animal photos as well as a guide on how to book your trip in a couple of recent posts. I'm not a professional but I love taking photos and I am trying to improve my skills … Continue reading The Galapagos In Pictures – Part 1
How To Find a Galapagos Cruise
This is a HOW TO guide for booking a Galapagos Cruise for people who want to balance an incredible experience with not paying top dollar! It will only really work for people who have a fairly flexible timeframe for travel too. Booking Flights: Skyscanner is a good place to start. Set up a number of … Continue reading How To Find a Galapagos Cruise
10 Animal-shaped Reasons to Visit The Galapagos Islands
Unfortunately, due to a lack of an underwater camera, my photos giving you good reason to visit the Galapagos only focus on animals I could photograph out of a swimsuit. It is definitely worth mentioning though, that if you are lucky enough to visit this incredible archipelago, you will also see sharks, sea turtles, rays … Continue reading 10 Animal-shaped Reasons to Visit The Galapagos Islands
Top 7 Photos to Inspire a Trip to Patagonia
When I am planning an adventure I tend to look at pictures. I am a terrible terrible hoarder and I have years worth of back issues of National Geographic and boxes full of photos I have cut from magazines or postcards people have sent me. Every one of these pictures and articles gives me the drive … Continue reading Top 7 Photos to Inspire a Trip to Patagonia
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