Koh Phi Phi, Thailand

Koh Phi Phi is a true island paradise in the Andaman Sea, off the Western coast of Thailand. The island has been made famous by the film The Beach starring Leonardo DiCaprio which… Read More →

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Neon signs shouting about peep shows and sex shops, and a glowing ‘Sex Palace’ enticing passers by, straddle either side of the canal in the Red Light District of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Yes there… Read More →

Chinese Garden, Sydney, Australia

Visiting the Chinese Garden of Friendship in Sydney, Australia was a refreshing break from a stuffy summer’s day in the city. The garden, near Darling Harbour, was built in 1988 by the Chinese… Read More →

Video: Cala Mondrago, Mallorca

Top tip for Mondrago: The little beach pictured in the video is very small; go off peak for seclusion, or go in the summer and take your own snorkelling gear to explore this… Read More →

The Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Much has been written about the Blue Lagoon in Iceland; it is certainly on the well beaten track between the airport and Reykjavik, but it is not disappointing. Here I will give a… Read More →

Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland

With huge North Atlantic swells crashing onto the shore, black sands and basalt caves, and imposing columns rising from the churning sea, this is not a beach for sunbathing upon in winter. In… Read More →

A Liebster and Versatile Blogger Award

As well as my post about Geysir, Iceland, being Freshly Pressed this week, I have also received two badges from fellow bloggers. My responses are below, along with my nominations – check them… Read More →

Lava fields, Iceland

Here’s a quick shot of the otherworldly lava fields of Iceland. This lava field is very old which is indicated by the deep layer of moss that carpets the hard black pumice-like rock.… Read More →

Sólheimajökull Glacier, Iceland

It did not stop raining all day long. Wearing a base layer, top, jumper and waterproof trousers and coat did not stop me being soaked to the core. But it was worth it.… Read More →

Geysir, Iceland

Wandering the geyser area of Geysir in the Southwest of Iceland is like walking across another world. Steam wisps up from hot pools of perfect turquoise water, puddles bubble away heated by the… Read More →