The Seychelles islands in the Indian Ocean are one of the world's most incredible tropical island destinations, with stunning beaches and a consistently warm climate. The nature on these islands is astounding, making it a perfect destination for beach-lovers as well as nature-lovers. (Trust me, there are some seriously beautiful hikes in the Seychelles). But… Continue reading Discovering Victoria • The best things to do in Seychelles’ capital city
Visiting the baobabs in Antsiranana was an awesome experience. But witnessing the tourism industry in Madagascar also brought with it plenty of conflicting emotions. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. The first time I set foot in Madagascar was when we… Continue reading Visiting the Baobabs in Antsiranana, Madagascar
One of the most brilliant things about hiking in the Seychelles- even above the stunning views and tropical birdsong- is the smell of cinnamon that can vaporise from nowhere, enveloping you in a cloud of warm spicy coziness. The Anse Major trail on Mahé Island has plenty of spicy cinnamon clouds to waft through, plus… Continue reading Hiking in Seychelles : The Anse Major Trail
We stumbled across the Jummah Mosque on a sweltering hot day in January whilst exploring Port Louis. (Although in fairness, every day in Mauritius is a sweltering hot day.) *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. We left the streets behind the… Continue reading The Most Beautiful Mosque in Mauritius • A Visit to the Jummah Mosque, Port Louis
As somebody who is scared of basically 99% of all things, I never imagined I would be brave enough to stick my head under the water and swim for a prolonged amount of time, in the actual open sea. It's just not my style. But, unlike that time I went jet-skiing in Antigua, snorkeling in… Continue reading Snorkeling in Madagascar
Mauritius is the ultimate island getaway destination, known for its paradise beaches and incredible marine wildlife. I'm well aware that as a general rule, tourists and travellers don't flock to this African nation in order to pay a visit to the capital city. But that does not mean that Port Louis isn't worth visiting- this… Continue reading What to Do in Port Louis • Exploring the Capital City of Mauritius
Let's face it pals- you're almost guaranteed to be in paradise wherever you venture on this stunning Indian Ocean island. But most visitors to Mauritius tend to stay in the west, where there are more resort towns and generally calmer waters. Here's my personal guide to the best beaches in Mauritius, along with tips for… Continue reading Best Beaches in Mauritius: West Coast Edition
Mauritius is an incredible multi-cultural island nation, whose people celebrate their differences, rather than let their differences divide them. Visiting Grand Bassin is the ideal way to learn more about Mauritian Hindu culture, digging deeper than the beautiful beaches this stunning country is known for. Want to skip the story and head straight to the… Continue reading Grand Bassin, Mauritius • Visiting the most sacred place on the island
The island nation of Mauritius is known for being a luxury destination, perfect for honeymooners wanting to lounge in five star tropical paradise. (The lucky old things). So I wasn't expecting to be able to do very much of anything with my own limited funds. Thank goodness that I was oh so very wrong. There… Continue reading Mauritius on a Budget
A cruise through the Suez Canal was a surreal experience unlike any other. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. Our ship spent all Summer and the beginnings of Autumn in the Adriatic Sea, ambling out of Venice weekly to drop in… Continue reading Cruise Through the Suez Canal: Here’s What it’s Like to Sail Through the Egyptian Desert
