Category: National Parks
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Thresher shark diving – Malapascua

This was an absolutely incredible experience. To dive with the Thresher Sharks in Malapascua in the Philippines really felt like one of those once in a lifetime moments. And if you are thinking about going I cannot recommend it enough. So let’s get straight into the details of how we get you to Malapascua Island,…
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Happy Earth Day – photo collection

We live in a beautiful world… Chris Martin from Coldplay sang it so right. I think our Earth is so fascinating, all of the different ecosystems that make up our glorious globe. It is so fun to explore our beautiful planet! Here are some of my favourite photos from around the world, enjoy! And celebrate…
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Best places to visit in Colombia

Have you always wanted to visit Colombia, but aren’t quite sure where to go? I spent a fabulous month in this colourful, playful and musical country. The main cities of Colombia – Bogota, Medellin, and Cartagena – are well known, and are great to visit for their own qualities. Think lots of history, tours and…
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The Chiapas waterfalls you must visit

Chiapas is Mexico’s most southern state. It is full of natural wonders, of which it’s waterfalls are a huge stand out! Chiapas is a mountainous region with archaeological sites, waterfalls and lakes. I spent a week in San Cristobal de las Casas which is the little mountain town with a population of almost 200,00. After…
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Tayrona National Park – Hiking in Colombia

I spent three days in this gorgeous national park in Colombia. I met a German man, Tristan, on the bus from Cartagena to Santa Marta. We chatted almost the whole way and I told him my plan to hike unguided through Tayrona National Park. I invited him to join me and he agreed, so we…
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Los Nevados National Park – Paramillo del Quindio

Los Nevados National Park in central Colombia is a hikers paradise. This region of the Andes is home to some very unique plants, you can see the tallest palm trees in the world here! There are also Frailejones which live solely in the Paramo region of the Andes mountains. Paramillo del Quindio is a mountain…
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Santa Cruz trek – Huaraz, Peru

The Santa Cruz trek in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca in Peru, is a fantastic four day backpacking trip. Whether you are thinking about doing this in a group or solo, both are great options and I will talk about them here. Comfortable as a four day and three night trek, and possible as…
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Car camping essentials: the ultimate guide

Are you going away car camping for the weekend? Taking a month long road trip? Or are you moving into your vehicle for the next year? I’ve done all of these things, in Canada, the USA and Australia, in many different vehicles. It is a fun way of life, and one that I had many…
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Bella Coola – the Great Bear Rainforest

Oh Bella Coola. One of the most magical places I have ever had the pleasure of visiting. I’ve now had the joy of wandering the Bella Coola valley 3 times, with more plans to go back! Check out what I recommend to see and do in the valley below, after a few fun facts: Situated…
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Best outdoor destinations to visit in BC

I’ve been incredibly fortunate to live and travel throughout British Columbia. It is a stunning province of the beautiful country that is Canada. With huge rocky mountains, cascading waterfalls and clear lakes, giant cedar and spruce trees, and an incredible coastline dotted with islands that need to be explored! Whatever it is that you enjoy…