Long term solo travel on a budget.
When most people think of Bagan they probably only think of the hot air balloons soaring gracefully over the ancient pagodas as the sun rises, but the reality (for us photographers anyway) was being in a near-constant state of anxiety as we raced around the ruins trying to figure out the best spots that would... Continue Reading →
Although Naypyidaw is the capital of Myanmar, it's not a place often visited by tourists. It doesn't have a lot to offer, so Yangon is the place to be! I spent two weeks here and I really loved it in the beginning, I saw everything on this list in the first three days and then... Continue Reading →
After spending just 11 days in the middle of Sri Lanka climbing rocks and towers, going on an elephant safari, riding that famous blue train, hiking Adam's Peak for sunrise, and exploring Ella I was more than ready to spend the rest of my month on the stunning beaches along the south coast! There are... Continue Reading →
Ella is a small and rather famous town in the Uva province of Sri Lanka, surrounded by jungle-clad hills dotted with some pretty impressive waterfalls. It's usually the final destination for anyone riding the famous train from Kandy, and it's a great place to hike, explore, eat too much good food, or just relax in... Continue Reading →
Climbing Adam's Peak for sunrise is as popular an activity as riding the famous train from Kandy to Ella or going on an elephant safari. One of those "must-do" activities that everybody raves about, you can't miss it, the best thing they did in Sri Lanka, blah blah blah. I'm a sucker for these kinds... Continue Reading →
Riding the train in Sri Lanka is definitely the best way to get around most of the country. It's super cheap, very scenic and a great way to get a glimpse of local life. The most famous train line of them all is the incredibly beautiful seven-hour journey from Kandy to Ella, and it was... Continue Reading →
After spending 3 months in Nepal and hiking a grand total of 400km I've finally sussed out what I need and what I can live without when it comes to packing. My first trip in December 2018 was a nine-day hike to Annapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill. My second visit during April and May... Continue Reading →
The full Annapurna Circuit is considered one of the world's great treks, and the real appeal lies in its variety. The trail winds through the subtropical jungle, up into the valleys, across the high mountain pass of Thorung La and down towards the desolate Mustang region, before descending down back into the valleys, all the... Continue Reading →
Sigiriya is a small town a few hours north of Kandy, home to an ancient fortress on top of the 200m Sigiriya Rock, also called Lion Rock. You can also climb the slightly smaller Pidurangala Rock for an incredible sunrise view. Just keep in mind that there's more to this part of the country than... Continue Reading →
Six Year Gap Year 