New Zealand is, without question, an expensive place - whether you're on a tight budget or not. But, epic nature, the kindest people you'll ever meet, and no shortage of activities make it worth seeing in your lifetime if you have the means to save, plan and travel. It may not be a 'budget destination', … Continue reading How to Travel New Zealand on a Budget
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3 Can’t Miss Experiences in New Zealand’s South Island
New Zealand may be small, but it packs a punch with epic mountains, glaciers, volcanoes, and rugged beaches. No matter how long you're there, it's difficult not to fall in love with the country. Although our time in New Zealand was short, it was epic. With less than a week in the country, we had … Continue reading 3 Can’t Miss Experiences in New Zealand’s South Island
Cruising the Eighth Wonder of the Natural World
New Zealand is an exquisitely beautiful country. Exploring the South Island, you'll quickly realise why it was chosen as the location for the Lord of the Rings filming. New Zealand's rugged landscape is straight out of a fairy tale. It's even home to a place that's considered the eighth wonder of the world for its … Continue reading Cruising the Eighth Wonder of the Natural World
Everything You Need to Know Before Renting a Motorbike in SE Asia
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO RENTING A MOTORBIKE IN ASIA Before venturing to SE Asia, I swore up and down I'd never drive a scooter. As someone who used to experience high anxiety driving a car, driving a motorbike around by myself seemed unfathomable. But, in Vietnam, when I had to ride on the back of … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know Before Renting a Motorbike in SE Asia
10 Tips You Need to Know Before Renting a Car in Spain
A GUIDE TO RENTING A CAR IN SPAIN Southern Spain was a place I had always dreamed of road tripping. There was just one problem- I hate driving. Always have. In high school, when other teens craved the associated freedom that came with a license, I cheered on my friends who were taking their tests … Continue reading 10 Tips You Need to Know Before Renting a Car in Spain
Awestruck at The Alhambra
A GUIDE TO THE ALHAMBRA The Alhambra was a place I'd heard a lot about, but couldn't quite mentally picture unaided. Even with all the beautiful photos I'd seen, it was hard to get a feel for how the palace was truly laid out and what visiting it would be like. So, despite the fact … Continue reading Awestruck at The Alhambra
There’s More to Córdoba than Beautiful Flower Patios
WHAT TO DO IN CORDOBA Córdoba, a stunning city in northern Andalusia famed for its historic, lush flower patios. I'll admit, we added Córdoba to our Andalusia road trip itinerary after seeing photos of the flower patios. The patios have been around since the Mesopotamic era, built by the Romans to offer reprieve from the … Continue reading There’s More to Córdoba than Beautiful Flower Patios
Discovering Miradors in Ronda, Spain
WHAT TO SEE IN RONDA I still remember the first time I learned Ronda was a place in Spain. Casually chatting with a co-worker about a trip I was planning to Andalusia, he snapped his neck around to fully face me and lit up with sheer joy. "Whatever you do," he said, "don't miss Ronda … Continue reading Discovering Miradors in Ronda, Spain
Inside the Flower Patios of Córdoba, Spain
A GUIDE TO THE FLOWER PATIOS OF CORDOBA Córdoba had been on my list of potential things to see in Andalusia, but it wasn't until I saw photos of the famed flower patios that I moved it into a 'must visit' slot for our four day road trip. Yes, the Mezquite-Cathedral, a Roman Catholic church … Continue reading Inside the Flower Patios of Córdoba, Spain
A Relaxing Evening Seaside in Nerja, Spain
A GUIDE TO ONE DAY IN NERJA Once a sleepy fishing village, Nerja is one of the few places to have kept it's traditional charm- think cobbled alleyways, whitewashed houses and spectacular seaside views. On a road trip through Southern Spain, we needed a place to stay after spending a morning in Malaga and afternoon … Continue reading A Relaxing Evening Seaside in Nerja, Spain