What is Reef Bleaching and What Can We Do About It?
As travellers, we witness some pretty incredible things. If you dive, snorkel, or just enjoy spending time near the ocean, you’ll probably have seen how stunning coral reefs can be. Coral reefs cover less than 0.1% of the ocean’s surface…
How to see bioluminescence without a tour in Isla Holbox, Mexico
Visiting Holbox in Mexico? Want to see the bioluminescence? Let me show you how to see the magical bioluminescence in Isla Holbox without a tour – 100% free! WHAT IS BIOLUMINESCENCE? Bioluminescence is defined as ‘the production and emission of…
Sharm el Sheikh VS Dahab: Where’s best in Egypt for your Red Sea diving?
Sharm el Sheikh VS Dahab: Which town in Egypt is best for your Red Sea diving? Here, we’ll compare the diving, the vibes, and the logistic of these two dive hubs on the Sinai peninsula. So what are you waiting…
Central America VS Southeast Asia: Where should YOU go backpacking?
So you’re ready to take the plunge – you want to start backpacking! Yay! It’s time to start planning. Maybe you have a finite time to travel? Or maybe you want to travel long-term and see how long you can…
Travelling to Egypt during Ramadan: What to Expect?
One of my favourite things about travel is experiencing new cultures. And that’s why you shouldn’t shy away from travelling to Egypt during Ramadan! This sacred period in the Islamic calendar brings about a noticeable change in the daily life…
Diving Egypt’s Thistlegorm Wreck: the ULTIMATE guide
The Thistlegorm shipwreck is an iconic diving site in Egypt’s Red Sea. Anyone with a sense of adventure and an appreciation of history should add the Thistlegorm to their bucket list! But what is the Thistlegorm? What should you expect?…
21 tips to avoid common scams in Egypt
We’ve just come back from Egypt! And we’re ready to update you on every common scam and hustle we encountered during our time there. This is a long one, so get comfortable. Or, head to the contents section to jump…
Is Diving in Silfra worth the money? Everything you need to know [2024]
Over 70% of Earth is underwater (they don’t call it the Blue Planet for nothing!) and since getting my PADI certification in Honduras, I’ve been obsessed with including at least a little bit of diving in all of my travel…
Utila vs Little Corn Islands: Where should I dive in Central America? [2024]
In the heart of the Caribbean Sea lie two sets of stunning tropical islands. Both Honduras’ Bay Islands and Nicaragua’s Corn Islands offer sandy beaches, bright blue seas, and excellent diving and snorkelling. But, if you’re short on time, you…
Sunday Funday on Caye Caulker: Everything you need to know [2024]
There are so many amazing things to do in Caye Caulker. Among them is the popular Sunday Funday a laid-back beach party that occurs every weekend on the island. In this blog post, we’ll delve into everything you need to…
What do things cost in Egypt?
What do things cost in Egypt? Find out how much common items cost in Egypt to help you plan your backpacker budget.
The Ultimate Guide to Diving in Caye Caulker, Belize [2024]
This guide to diving in Caye Caulker will explain everything you need to know about diving in Caye Caulker, Belize. From finding the right company to booking a dive trip, and including guidelines for ethical diving, what to bring and…
