St Vincent and the Grenadines was our Caribbean destination number five, following Curacao, Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados and Grenada. This exotically named archipelago is 200km west of Barbados and less than 100km north of Grenada. It consists of 32 islands and cays,...
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Kumano Kodo Guide: All you need to know to hike Japan’s ancient pilgrimage trails
Whether you're after a rewarding outdoor experience or an enriching spiritual journey with one-of-a-kind hospitality, the Kumano Kodo has it all. Hiking the Kumano Kodo was one of our absolute favourite experiences in Japan (and indeed, of all times). In this guide,...
80 inspiring travel movies that bring the world to you
Being nomads, cooped up in New Zealand during the COVID-19 restrictions (of 2020 to 2022), we must admit had their challenges. And while it was only three years, we knew at the time, that we couldn't wait to just grab our travel packs and go wherever we’d like to go,...
Discover Japan’s Winter Magic: Comprehensive Guide to the 2024 Sapporo Snow Festival
Ever wanted to experience the magic of winter in Japan? Why not start with Sapporo's annual Snow Festival [Official website], where you can marvel at snow and ice sculptures, explore the city's rich cultural heritage, and indulge in delicious local cuisine? In this...
Nicaragua: León or Granada – Take your pick
Are you planning a trip to Nicaragua? Do you have limited time and can only squeeze in one of the historic cities: Granada or León? Or do you want to visit both and wonder what to expect? Well, I hope we have the answers here for you. Both founded by the Spanish in...
More than a day trip: How to experience Lake Bled without the tourist crowds
Who hasn’t seen that picture: a Baroque church in the middle of a lake, surrounded by mountains that reflect in its stunningly blue water? Lake Bled with its island church is probably THE most Instagrammed place in all of Slovenia. While it’s easy to visit Lake Bled...
How to explore the Julian Alps in 3 days: An itinerary for first-timers
We have seen many stunning mountains on our travels. The Andes in Ecuador, the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and New Zealand’s Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park are among our favourites. After visiting Western Slovenia earlier this year, we have now added the Julian Alps. If...
Discover the Baltics: One week in Estonia
Are you planning to visit Estonia and wonder what there is to see and do (in a week)? If you are looking for an itinerary that shows you not only cities rich in history but also gives you a taste of Estonian island life in the Baltic Sea, you’ve come to the right...
Plitvice Lakes – Your ultimate guide to beat the crowds and find the best trails
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, Plitvice Lakes National Park / Plitvička jezera [Official website, Google Maps location] is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Croatia. And for good reason: the lake terraces are easy to explore and stunning –...
New Caledonia: How expensive is it really, and why is it worth visiting?
Looking to escape the usually wet and cold June weather in Sydney, we chose New Caledonia’s capital Nouméa for a quick getaway over the King’s Birthday long weekend. Nouvelle-Calédonie is Australia’s closest Eastern neighbour, and it’s balmy temperatures make it (not...