Catalina Island in the Dominican Republic, is basically PARADISE. The surrounding water is crystal clear and filled with tropical fish, and the island itself is filled with palm trees and white sand. The island is also home to a private beach owned by Costa Cruises, which is how we were lucky enough to be spending… Continue reading A Day on Catalina Island in the Dominican Republic
The Costa Rica cruise port of Puerto Limón is atmospherically a strange kind of place. We visited Limón once every two weeks as part of our Caribbean cruise itinerary, and though my first impression was odd, I grew to appreciate the city. The first time our ship docked in Puerto Limón, the sky was grey… Continue reading The Costa Rica Cruise Port of Puerto Limón
The tiny island of Îlet du Gosier is one of the most magical places in the Caribbean, reachable from the Plage de la Datcha either by ferry or kayak. (Or you could even swim if you're strong enough.) Here's how to spend a day on this glorious piece of paradise. *This site uses affiliate links,… Continue reading Îlet du Gosier, Guadeloupe • A French Caribbean island paradise
The tiny village of Åndalsnes is the starting point for some of the best hikes in Norway. And although the time constraints of working on a ship meant that I didn't even make it all the way to the top, I'm still gonna write all about my experience of attempting to hike to Rampestreken. Plus,… Continue reading Best Hikes in Norway – Åndalsnes, the Mountaineering Capital
The city of Cartagena de Indias is a photographers dream, filled with colourful walls and beautiful bustling streets. Here are some of my favourite places to eat, things to see and things to do in Cartagena, Colombia. Cartagena de Indias Cruise Port When I stepped off the ship in Colombia I was immediately enveloped by… Continue reading Things to Do in Cartagena, Colombia – the most colourful city I’ve ever seen
There are so many things to do in Lefkada, particularly if you like exploring the outdoors. This off-the-beaten-path Greek island is magical. The last stop on our Big Fat Greek Roadtrip was the little island of Lefkada (also known as Lefkas). Lefkada is just off of the West coast of Greece, but is connected to… Continue reading Best Things to do in Lefkada (Secret Beaches, Ionian Delicacies and Passer-by Pranksters)
Climbing Dunn's River Falls was probably the most fun day I had whilst exploring Jamaica. So here's all the practical information you will need to do the same; plus the reasons why Dunn's River Falls are the most famous waterfalls in Jamaica. Aside from the beaches and Bob Marley's gaff, Dunn's River Falls is one… Continue reading Climbing Dunn’s River Falls, Jamaica (Aka Being a Real-Life Lara Croft)
I visited Tucson whilst on a three month trip backpacking through the USA. We were on an extremely tight budget, but somehow managed to make the most of one of the most expensive countries we could have chosen to travel through. There are so many free things to do in Tucson, and this desert city… Continue reading Free Things to Do in Tucson, Arizona (Plus a few very cheap things for good luck)
The Cayman Islands are a Caribbean paradise with no shortage of beautiful beaches. For those arriving by cruise, here are the top things to do in Georgetown Grand Cayman. Having spent three months hopping about from island to island in the Caribbean, Grand Cayman (the largest of the Cayman Islands) is one place that stood… Continue reading Things to Do in Georgetown Grand Cayman – 5 top activities for docking in the Cayman Islands capital
I had images in my mind of a glorious Arctic midnight sun in Norway, sky paused at a beautiful 'sunset' for hours on end. With our trip from Honningsvag to Nordkapp however, this wasn't to be.. But what on Earth is Nordkapp, I hear you ask!? Nordkapp- or North Cape- is known as the Northenmost… Continue reading Midnight Sun in Norway: Expectation vs Reality on a Midnight Trip to Nordkapp
