The Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) is one of Europe’s most elusive carnivores, with the species coming close to extinction at …
Two Weeks in Cambodia – a first-time itinerary
Cambodia had been an almost-mythical place to me ever since I watched Lara Croft wander through light-touched and flower-strewn temple …
Five Weeks in Thailand – a first-time itinerary
Thailand has to be one of the top destinations for backpackers in South East Asia, if not all of Asia. …
5 Reasons to Visit Antarctica as a Solo Backpacker (and 5 not to)
I cried when I stepped foot on Antarctica for the first time, and if you know me at all, you’ll …
Your Guide to Solo Backpacking in the Galápagos
Ah, the Galápagos. A far-off island archipelago full of mysterious creatures and otherworldly scenery, the distant dream of many an …
Three Weeks In The Philippines – A First-Timer’s Itinerary
With over seven and a half thousand islands, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out how to make the …
Where to find Platypus – Eungella National Park
Of all the species on my Australian wildlife bucket list, I thought the platypus would be the most difficult to find. …
Canadian Wildlife Bucket List – 16 Incredible Species
There’s more to Canada than mountains and prairies. As the second largest country in the world, there’s a whole heap …
Finding the Tarsier in the Jungles of the Philippines
Some people pick travel destinations because of beaches, restaurants, mountains, the nightlife, the lack of nightlife…whatever. Each location for me …
The Churchill Belugas – My Experience with Sea North Tours
The best compliment I can give Sea North Tours is that during their Zodiac Estuary tour, I didn’t think about …
Experiencing the Arctic Summer with Frontiers North
Churchill, Manitoba. Home to 900 humans and (in winter) 3000 polar bears. It’s no wonder it’s called the Polar Bear …
Fraser Island – 7 Hours In Heaven
Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world, sits just 10km off the Queensland coast. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage …