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Sunrise at Cape Spear, near St. John's, Canada. My travelling lifestyle.
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The Roman Amphitheatre in Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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Trekking in the heart of Cappadocia, Turkey
Europe Turkey

Trekking In Cappadocia – An Alternative To Hot Air Balloons

updated on 15th December 202217th January 20182 Comments on Trekking In Cappadocia – An Alternative To Hot Air Balloons

There’s only one reason I wanted to travel to Cappadocia, that otherworldly region in central Turkey: to ride a hot …

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Why I loved Penang, Malaysia - art, food, temples and more...
Asia Malaysia

Why I Loved Penang

updated on 15th December 202212th January 20183 Comments on Why I Loved Penang

Of the different countries in Asia I’ve been lucky enough to visit, Malaysia was probably my favourite. And while Mulu …

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Wild Australia - the unique wildlife you need to see
Australia Oceania Wildlife

Australian Wildlife – the Most Unique Animals You’ll Ever See

updated on 20th December 202527th December 201711 Comments on Australian Wildlife – the Most Unique Animals You’ll Ever See

I have one rule when it comes to my animal bucket list (yes, I have one of those) – wild …

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Thinking about Tonga - my first experience of a tropical island
Oceania Tonga

Thinking About Tonga

updated on 17th September 202523rd December 20174 Comments on Thinking About Tonga

Visiting the South Pacific Kingdom of Tonga left me asking: can you really be disappointed if you know you set …

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Take in the sights of the beautiful Bay of Islands at the top of New Zealand's North Island
New Zealand Oceania

The Beautiful Bay of Islands – New Zealand

updated on 1st April 202017th December 20171 Comment on The Beautiful Bay of Islands – New Zealand

Everywhere I went in New Zealand, I felt like I’d entered a completely different world. That’s how distinct and varied …

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Three reasons not to miss Broome, and why you need to get your timing right.
Australia Oceania

3 Reasons You Must Visit Broome (but time it right)

updated on 2nd April 20204th December 20171 Comment on 3 Reasons You Must Visit Broome (but time it right)

Broome, on the north-west Australian coast, is a true tourist town, and sometimes that’s enough to make travellers want to …

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One Day Exploring Killarney - four reasons to visit this beautiful Irish town
Europe Ireland

One Day Exploring Killarney – 4 reasons to visit

updated on 1st October 202122nd November 20171 Comment on One Day Exploring Killarney – 4 reasons to visit

This is now the second time a friend of mine has told me of her plans to take a trip …

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Christchurch is a city of cranes, still in recovery from the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes
New Zealand Oceania

Christchurch – a City of Cranes, a City in Recovery

updated on 28th February 202020th November 20171 Comment on Christchurch – a City of Cranes, a City in Recovery

*I visited Christchurch in September 2014. Now that more time has passed, the recovery effort is a lot more advanced. …

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Why the Ningaloo Coast needs to be on your Australia bucket list
Australia Oceania

Why The Ningaloo Coast Needs To Be On Your Australian Bucket List

updated on 29th December 201916th November 20171 Comment on Why The Ningaloo Coast Needs To Be On Your Australian Bucket List

Ok, I’ll admit, I was not impressed when I arrived at Exmouth and the Ningaloo Coast in Western Australia and …

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5 reasons to go on safari in Zambia
Africa Photography Wildlife Zambia

5 Reasons You Need To Go On Safari in Zambia

updated on 16th February 202215th November 20172 Comments on 5 Reasons You Need To Go On Safari in Zambia

I finally made my way home to Africa. I say home because while that may only be the truth temporarily, …

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All the UNESCO World Heritage sites in the world I've been to on my travels so far
Destinations General Travel

UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Where I’ve Been

updated on 9th December 202513th November 201732 Comments on UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Where I’ve Been

I once read a post on Adventurous Kate’s travel blog about reaching her goal of visiting 100 UNESCO World Heritage …

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A Roadtrip to Lough Gur, Ireland
Europe Ireland

Lough Gur – an Irish Roadtrip

updated on 4th November 201911th November 20171 Comment on Lough Gur – an Irish Roadtrip

We have a joke in Ireland about summer being our favourite day of the year. While that may be a …

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Welcome to This Wild Life Of Mine!

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When a love of travel meets a passion for wildlife…

I’m an autistic zoologist who explores the world solo while working for conservation organisations. I write about my experiences in the hope of inspiring others to follow their dreams and see the beauty of this earth – in a responsible and ethical way.

Been to: 58 countries & 7 continents

Lived & worked in: 10 countries

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Searching for lynx in Andalucía… The Iberian lynx Searching for lynx in Andalucía…

The Iberian lynx is one of Europe’s most elusive carnivores. So I genuinely didn’t expect to find them not once, but twice over a few days exploring Sierra de Andújar. But Margaza is a well-known female who roams one of the area’s beautiful valleys, so there’s a good chance of seeing her if you have a little patience. 

The area also has an incredible array of wildlife, like otters (love them!), ibex, deer, foxes and birdlife. Perfect for wildlife photographers. I still can’t believe I left my long lens at home 😭

Such a great few days with @thecarnivoreconservationist 

If you want to find out more about searching for lynx in southern Spain, there’s a brand new post about it on my blog! Check the link in my bio 💫

#iberianlynx #catsofeurope #europeanwildlife #wildlifephotographers #andalucia_photos
Open skies and endless wildlife. I can’t wait to Open skies and endless wildlife. 

I can’t wait to visit my favourite country again, where the world is so vast I can truly breathe. 

#namibia #lovenamibia #africanwildlife #wildlifephotography #bigskies
A little beauty from Vietnam 🇻🇳 I can’t believe A little beauty from Vietnam 🇻🇳 

I can’t believe it’s been a year since I was in this incredible country. I don’t normally make plans to visit somewhere twice, but I can’t stop thinking about this place. Whether it’s this year or next, I will be coming back. 

#vietnamphotography #lovevietnam #travelvietnam #vietnamphoto
Vietnam 🇻🇳 on one side, China 🇨🇳 on the other. Whe Vietnam 🇻🇳 on one side, China 🇨🇳 on the other. When visiting Ban Gioc Waterfall in far northern Vietnam, it’s strange to see all the tourists on the other side of the river - a side you’re not allowed to step foot on. However, for a brief moment, the boats that take you close to the main falls cross the boundary into the Chinese side of the Quay Son River! Was fun to imagine I might have been in China, if only for a moment. 

#vietnam #lovevietnam #travelvietnam #caobang
It’s International Cheetah Day! My favourite anima It’s International Cheetah Day! My favourite animals to watch, work with and photograph 🐆

I love that I get to visit these amazing cats every year, it’s never not a wonderful experience. And since Namibia is my favourite country, that just makes it all the better!

#cheetahphotography #internationalcheetahday #namibia #wildlifephotography #africanwildlife #lovewildlife
The most beautiful evening light across the mounta The most beautiful evening light across the mountains of Nong Khiaw 🌞

Nong Khiaw in northern Laos is a hiker’s paradise, with multiple trails to viewpoints around the valley. Though all pretty steep, the trails range from half an hour to multiple days, so there’s something for everyone. 

Along with Luang Prabang, this lovely little town has to be on everyone’s Laos bucket list. The journey there is long and bumpy, but absolutely worth it!

#laos #laostravel #laostrip #nongkhiaw #seasiatravel #seasia
Do you recognise this animal? It’s the most-traffi Do you recognise this animal? It’s the most-trafficked in the world. 

The elusive pangolin was at the top of my bucket list for so long, I still can’t believe I got to see a wild one with my own eyes. Watching this curious animal wander through the dry grass, I couldn’t wrap my head around the sheer number of them that are killed every year (at least 100,000!), just for those scales, which are made of the same stuff as our fingernails! Because of the continuing demand for them from China and Vietnam, these animals need to be protected. 

What do you think - should traditional medicine be respected even if it means harming animals?
When I first visited Luang Prabang, I wondered whe When I first visited Luang Prabang, I wondered where everyone was, because compared to Vietnam, where I had just come from, it was so peaceful and quiet. Well, except for the top of Phousi Hill at sunset!

Though the top of the hill gets really busy as the sun sets over the Mekong, it’s definitely one of the best things to do in town. Just look at those views 😍

New on the blog - a full post about all the reasons you should visit Luang Prabang on your next trip to Laos or South East Asia. Check it out by clicking the link in my bio!

#visitlaos #laostravel #luangprabang #seasia #asiatravels
Getting out into nature in La Garrotxa Volcanic Zo Getting out into nature in La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. Two days filled with incredible views, fun hikes and fascinating geology (if I hadn’t been an animal nerd, I would have been a rock nerd). 

There’s so much to this area, and it’s incredible to see how they have embraced the nature of the area, creating a sustainable, responsible and local-focused economy that celebrates their natural history. I wish I’d had more time to explore! 

Thank you to @oh_garrotxa @soyecoturista @turisme_gi @walkingwith_george for a wonderful trip!

#lagarrotxa #cataloniaexperience #geologyrocks #naturalpark #visitspain #lovespain
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