Kandy is a surprisingly big city nestled in the mountains of Sri Lanka's Central Province, a busy, dirty place surrounded by an endless sea of green. There are a few things to do here and it's worth a quick visit on your way to or from Ella. I didn't have any intention of visiting Colombo,... Continue Reading →
Discover the magic of Moscow
Spend at least three days here visiting the famous Red Square, St Basil's Cathedral, the Moscow Kremlin and the world's most beautiful metro!
A walking tour of St Petersburg
Spend at least three days exploring the "Venice of the North" and get your fill of Russian Orthodox cathedrals, churches and convents!
A day in Dubai
After three months of travelling through southern and eastern Africa, I was beyond ready for decent WiFi and some downtime. I had two days in Dubai before I flew to Central Asia and I’m not ashamed to say I spent one of the days hiding from the heat in my dorm, making the most of... Continue Reading →
Choose Bambu Backpackers for your budget stay in Perth
Perth is the largest city in Western Australia and the most isolated city in the world. There's plenty to keep you busy, however, and you'll need a place to rest your head at the end of a long day. If you're looking for budget accommodation in the heart of the city with plenty of free... Continue Reading →
Baths and bars in Budapest
The second part of my European adventure with From Europe and Beyond took part in the huge city of Budapest. It was much bigger and busier than I expected, so my carefully planned walking tour turned into a marathon, but there are some amazing things to see. We stayed at the Red Fox Hostel, which... Continue Reading →
Czech us out in Prague
So I'm pretty sure Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. I spent a few days here with Lizzie, the gorgeous girl behind From Europe and Beyond, after a 3 year period without seeing each other. It was the best reunion we could have had. After a snuggly hello and a rushed... Continue Reading →
A chilled city break in Granada
This gorgeous colonial city has some lovely sights to see in and around it, but the best part about is just strolling through the colourful streets, stumbling upon old churches and finding cute little cafes to eat at. Granada Parque Central is, as always, the place to be. It's a bustling park full of little... Continue Reading →
The city of León and Playa Las Peñitas
The chilled out vibe and the colonial architecture make León a great place to spend a week. You can explore the pastel-coloured churches and eat your heart out at the numerous food markets, you can enjoy the view from the top of the Cathedral, take a day trip to the beach or to one of... Continue Reading →