Dominica cruise port, in the little capital city of Roseau, is one of my favourite ports in the Caribbean. The city is compact but beautiful, the people are super friendly, and whether you stick to the city limits or head out to explore the incredible nature of this island, there is so much to see… Continue reading Dominica Cruise Port • Exploring Roseau, Dominica
The first time I saw Muscat Port, it wasn't the most exciting-looking of places. Grey clouds poured torrential rain onto the city, framed with dark craggy hills, and at first glance the only splashes of colour were the dark green splodges of palm trees soaking up the rainwater. But that rain was highly uncharacteristic of… Continue reading Muscat Port Sail Away • Photos from the Gulf of Oman
The last thing that I expected to see when we sailed into Oman, was rain. It tumbled down from grey clouds that looked as if they were there to stick around. With only one day in Muscat, we decided to head out anyway, for a decidedly damper day than I'd been preparing for. *This site… Continue reading It’s Raining in Oman • One Day in Muscat
Fort de France, Martinique. A city which is vibrant, full of character, and more than a a little bit French. Having visited many times over the years while working on Caribbean cruises, here's my guide to exploring Fort de France, Martinique's capital city and cruise port. *This site uses affiliate links, where I may earn… Continue reading Fort de France, Martinique • Colourful chaos in the French West Indies
If you're up for an adventure in Mauritius- especially a family-friendly adventure- La Vallée des Couleurs adventure park has it all. From the tamest of safari rides and and tranquil waterfalls, to zip-lining, quad biking and balancing your way across the narrowest wibbly-wobbliest of bridges (a Nepalese Bridge, if you want to get technical about… Continue reading La Vallée des Couleurs, Mauritius • (Indiana Jones eat your heart out)
Discover the very best things to do in Kralendijk, the colourful and super-pretty home of Bonaire Cruise Port. From flamingos and donkeys, to the underwater world of the coral reefs, there's plenty of adventures to be had in this quiet pocket of the Caribbean. *This site uses affiliate links, where I may recieve a small… Continue reading Bonaire Cruise Port • The Best Things to Do in Kralendijk
Snorkeling in Bonaire is an incredible experience; in fact, for me this island is the best spot in the entire Caribbean for underwater adventures. The warm waters surrounding this tiny Dutch island are filled with coral reefs, and the people of Bonaire take the job of protecting these reefs very seriously. Respecting and caring for… Continue reading Snorkeling in Bonaire • The best snorkeling destination in the Caribbean
A desire for an achievable Caribbean adventure that involved more than just lazing around on a beach, led to a rickety bus journey and a ramble through resorts to the beautiful Pigeon Island St Lucia. * This site uses affiliate links, where I may receive a small commission at no cost to the reader. No… Continue reading Pigeon Island, St Lucia • Small adventures in the Caribbean
An in-depth guide to travelling from Da Nang to Hoi An, covering all budgets and options. Since 2020, public transport between the two cities has stopped, however getting from A to B is more straightforward than you might think. *This site uses affiliate links, where I may earn a small commission at no cost to… Continue reading How to get from Da Nang to Hoi An
Is Da Nang worth visiting? It may be one of the lesser-known of Vietnam's many tourist destinations, but this gleaming cosmopolitan beach city is a must-visit to experience life in Vietnam outside of the tourist hubs. Three days in Da Nang would be the ideal amount of time to explore, although in my own whistle-stop… Continue reading Is Da Nang worth visiting? • Why you absolutely should visit this underrated city
