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November 29, 2019

Visiting Tiu Kelep Waterfall

Tiu Kelep Waterfall in Lombok, Indonesia is likely one of my favourite places in the world. Here is how to have this truly magical place..

November 24, 2019

Best 5 Things to do in Ubud

Ubud is a destination that nearly every traveller in Bali hits. With a unique vibe and surrounded by rice flats and jungle, there are so..

November 15, 2019

7 Things to Do in Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang is such a laidback little town with so many things to do. It is so easy to have incredible experiences while living comfortably..

November 10, 2019

A Week in the Canadian Rockies

Check out how we spent a magical summer week exploring and camping in in the Canadian Rockies, featuring Wells Gray Provincial Park, Jasper, and Banff…

November 5, 2019

Exploring Iguazu Falls

Take your time in Iguazu Falls and spend a magical three days strolling the trails and doing activities on both the Brazilian and Argentinian side!..

October 30, 2019

Singapore: 2 Days in the Lion City

aWhen travelling in Asia, Singapore is a common layover stop that certainly deserves to be explored. Here is how to spend 2 days in Singapore,..

October 26, 2019

4 Days Hiking in Argentinian Patagonia

El Chalten and El Calafate are the poster children of Argentinian Patagonia. Here is how we spent 4 days hiking the area – horseback riding,..

October 24, 2019

How to Get to Rangko Cave, Labuan Bajo

Located on the Indonesian Island of Flores, Rangko Cave is a must for everyone travelling through Labuan Bajo. Rangko Cave is a rocky ocean cavern near..

October 13, 2019

A Tofino Getaway

Tofino is the surfer’s paradise of Canada, with massive pacific beaches bordered by lush rainforest. Experience whale watching, hot springs, surfing and that unbeatably laid-back,..

July 8, 2019

Spring in the Scottish Highlands

Hiking, castles, and sweeping scenery – here is how I spent a magical April week in the Scottish highlands. V isting Scotland was something I..

April 30, 2019

Snowshoeing St. Mark’s Summit

A winter wonderland hike leading to one of the most epic views in the Vancouver area, snowshoeing St. Mark’s is how Derek and I chose..

February 6, 2019

A Month in Indonesia, 2017

In September, 2017, Derek and I travelled in Indonesia for one month at the beginning of our 9 months whirlwind trip around the world. Despite..

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