The rule of thumb, in Mexico City, is that you can't go more than 10 paces without stumbling upon a thing to eat. Mexico's capital city is dripping in history, culture, and street eats. Say nothing for its incredible restaurant scene. With two weeks to eat my way around Mexico City, I thought of it … Continue reading Mexico City’s Most Delicious Vegetarian Eats
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Two Weeks to Travel the Best of Vietnam
There's more to Vietnam than meets the eye. Visiting Vietnam was a last minute, ‘sure why not visit’ addition to a trip that I planned with great excitement for Thailand, a place I'd been dreaming of visiting for years. In the end, it was Vietnam that stole the show. It was love at first sight … Continue reading Two Weeks to Travel the Best of Vietnam
15 Must Know Tips for Your First Backpacking Trip
When I set off in 2019 to backpack for an undetermined amount of time, I figured I'd be gone a few months- at most. Even though I'd booked a one-way flight, I knew how long I'd be able to travel would depend on how well I did working from the road. And, while I figured … Continue reading 15 Must Know Tips for Your First Backpacking Trip
The Ultimate Guide to Sai Gon, Vietnam
Sai Gon is Vietnam at its busiest- it's chaotic, crowded and noisy but so worth exploring. As the biggest city in Vietnam, many know it as Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). When the South lost the war against the North, the city changed its name in 1975. Despite the name change, many locals still call … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Sai Gon, Vietnam
5 Places in Southeast Asia I Fell for Head Over Heels
Say the words, 'Southeast Asia' and you'll draw mental imagery of long-tail boats, white sand beaches, lazy rivers and rolling mountains, gorgeous temples, flaming street food, scooters on every corner, thundering waterfalls, lush rainforests, and ruins of civilisations past. It's a part of the world that can overwhelm first time visitors with how much there … Continue reading 5 Places in Southeast Asia I Fell for Head Over Heels
Two Weeks to Travel the Best of Thailand
Thailand is truly a beautiful country. With expansive, golden beaches, lush forests, glittering temples, ace coffee and excellent street food, there's a bit of something for everyone. Truth be told, two weeks in Thailand isn't nearly enough time to even begin to cover a fraction of what the country has to offer. But, it's certainly … Continue reading Two Weeks to Travel the Best of Thailand
The Best Spots to Eat & Drink in Athens, Greece
Athens leaves nothing to be desired when it comes to a selection of tavernas severing up delicious Greek fare. We were in Athens for several days at the beginning of December to work, and visit friends who live in the city. Although five days may seem like ample time, we really only went out one … Continue reading The Best Spots to Eat & Drink in Athens, Greece
5 Spots Worth Trekking to Seminyak For
Over the past few years, Bali has become quite synonymous with 'dream destination'. It's a small, but mighty island, and caters to many different types of tourism. Naturally, not everyone will love every part of it. Before my first trip to Bali, I found myself trying to suss out where to stay during my initial … Continue reading 5 Spots Worth Trekking to Seminyak For
The Ultimate Guide to Taipei: Must-Do’s and Can’t Misses
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO TAIPEI Taiwan was one of the best impulse travel decisions I’ve ever made. Articulating how I feel about this country is tough, because I loved it so much. Clean, orderly streets. Seemingly limitless ace street food. Kindness toward Westerners I really haven’t experienced anywhere else- which, really is saying a lot … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Taipei: Must-Do’s and Can’t Misses
A Misty Morning in a Beautiful Mountain Town: Visiting Jiufen, Taiwan
A ONE DAY GUIDE TO JIUFEN, TAIWAN Beautiful Jiufen, oft referred to as the Santorini of Taiwan. A mountain town that almost seems stuck in time- red lanterns sway overhead, visitors amble the narrow alleyways, and vistas of mountains and the sea beyond stun from all directions. In May, when I visited Taiwan at the … Continue reading A Misty Morning in a Beautiful Mountain Town: Visiting Jiufen, Taiwan