I’m not the first person – and I certainly won’t be the last – to say that the Cusco and …
Malta on a Budget – an epic 3 days
I had always imagined Malta to be a bit of a resort island, with shiny, high-rise apartments and crowded beaches …
Baños – A Budget-Friendly, DIY Experience in Ecuador
Aside from Quito, Baños probably sees the most tourists anywhere in Ecuador. Nestled in a rainforest-filled valley beneath the shadow …
16 of the Coolest Photo Spots in Copenhagen
Copenhagen began as a humble Viking fishing village in the 10th century, with rapid growth and prosperity during the time …
3 Days in Split: a detailed itinerary
Before I arrived in Split, all I really knew about this city was that it was a tourist haven. Beaches …
Your Peru Itinerary: 2, 3 or 4 weeks
Oh, Peru, how I fell for you. Immediately before arriving in Lima, I spent two weeks in Ecuador, which was …
Two Weeks in Ecuador – two epic itineraries
Ecuador is one of the most diverse countries in South America, with three main ecological regions: coastal, mountain and rainforest. …
Your Guide to Solo Backpacking in the Galapagos
Ah, the Galapagos. A far-off island archipelago full of mysterious creatures and otherworldly scenery, the distant dream of many an …
Plovdiv – Falling in Love with Bulgaria’s Cultural Capital
I was so surprised by Plovdiv. The second largest city in the country, it’s the cultural capital of Bulgaria, and …
How to Visit Chichen Itza Without a Tour
Chichen Itza isn’t just a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s also one of the New7 Wonders of the World. So …
Three Weeks In The Philippines – A First-Timer’s Itinerary
With over seven and a half thousand islands, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out how to make the …
Is Guanajuato the prettiest city in Mexico?
The first thing I noticed when I arrived on a cramped public bus into the centre of Guanajuato was how …