10 reasons to visit Central America during the rainy season
WHAT IS CENTRAL AMERICA? Central America is the skinny region that connects North America and South America (well, technically it’s on the North American continent). It consists of seven countries: Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.…
Plan Your Visit to Elephantine Island, Aswan: Museum, Ruins, and Nearby Highlights
In a country of dirty, busy and chaotic cities, Aswan’s Elephantine Island is a peaceful escape. There are no cars. You can wake up and enjoy a coffee over the beautiful Nile. And the residents are just the nicest people!…
From Mexico to Panama: the ultimate guide to diving in Central America
Central America, along with southern parts of Mexico, offers some of the world’s best diving. There’s so much to see! From Panama’s Coiba Islands in the Pacific (the ‘Central American Galapagos’) to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef stretching from Mexico to…
Your guide to the Celestine Waterfall Hike, Chiquiri, Panama
The Celestine Waterfall in Panama is one of my favourite hidden gems. Only a couple of minutes from the road, the Celestine Waterfall (Cascada Celestine) is still so well hidden that it can be tough to find if you don’t…
The Ultimate Guide to Diving in Cozumel, Mexico
This guide to diving in Cozumel will explain everything you need to know about diving in Cozumel, Mexico. From finding the right company to booking a dive trip, and including guidelines for ethical diving, what to bring and other activities…
Getting your SCUBA diving Open Water Certification on a budget: the ULTIMATE guide for savvy travellers
It’s definitely not a budget hobby, but diving isn’t as expensive as you might think. If you want to get started on what is (in my opinion) the greatest hobby ever, here’s everything you need to know to get your…
17 Best Places to see Puffins in Scotland
Discover the best places to see Puffins in Scotland in this guide. We’ll share the best places to see Puffins in Scotland, some Puffin facts, links to tours, and tips for viewing and photographing these iconic birds. ABOUT PUFFINS: Puffins…
Are these the Ultimate Travel Shoes? Vivobarefoot Primus Trail Review
As a traveller, you’ll likely spend a lot of time on your feet. If you’re anything like us, you’ll be hiking, climbing, and biking on trails, dirt roads, and (sometimes) through torrential rain. So it’s essential to have good shoes…
Your Ultimate Guide to Panama’s San Blas Islands [2024]
White sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and swaying palm trees: Panama’s San Blas Islands are a slice of paradise in the Caribbean Sea. There are approximately 365 islands and cayes in this breathtaking archipelago – that’s enough to enjoy…
Wild Camping on the Isle of Mull: Know before you go
We’re very lucky to have such incredible outdoor access rights in Scotland. This guide with a map will help you get the most from your visit to the Isle of Mull, as I take you through everything you need to…
The ULTIMATE guide to Hot Air Ballooning in Luxor
Here’s everything you need to know before you take to the skies in a hot air balloon in Luxor. Am I writing this because I want a place to share our amazing photos? Well… maybe! But I’ll make this useful…
Tomb of Seti I: Is it worth the money?
The Tomb of Seti I is the most expensive tomb in the Valley of the Kings. You might be wondering, “is the Tomb of Seti I worth it?”. Or you may be trying to decide if you can justify spending three times the…
