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
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)
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
How we spent four days in Stoupa, the sleepy Greek village which until recently has been completely off the radar for English visitors. Our first few days in the Peloponnese were spent in a Medieval castle perched on a rock in the sea; as one does. It was incredible, although considering Monemvasia is technically in… Continue reading Four Days in Stoupa: Our Introduction to Greece’s Mani Peninsula
Welcome, one and all! To your friendly Hamburg coffee guide!! Well pals, it's no secret that I'm a real fan of a good coffee shop, due partly to my love of a good cup of coffee but also to the general experience of the whole shebang. A good coffee shop is in my opinion 50%… Continue reading Hamburg Coffee Guide: 7 Places to Grab a Coffee in Hamburg (That Aren’t Starbucks)
There are plenty of intriguing things to do in Monemvasia, one of the most incredible Greek villages I've visited to this day. After a few days alone in Santorini, the tiny town of Monemvasia was the first stop on our Grecian road trip for me and my pal Rachel. Located in the South East of… Continue reading Things to Do in Monemvasia, Greece (The most magical town of all)
The ultimate guide for how to get to Saona Island, whether by a group tour or privately organised excursion. Isla Saona is a paradise island, easily accessible as a day trip from Bayahibe or Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. We organised our own excursion to Saona Island, and were so spellbound that we returned… Continue reading How to get to Saona Island, Dominican Republic • One Day in Paradise.
