Caves In America: Hidden Underground Wonders

TL;DR America has amazing public caves. You can find adventure exploring them. See cool rock shapes inside. Spot animals that live there. Some caves hold important history too. Key highlights include: Western Marvels: Reopened Crystal Cave (CA – marble, requires hike/booking), year-round Lehman Caves (NV – tours/wild caving), Sea Lion Caves (OR – coastal wildlife), […]

Best Surfing Spots In California: The Golden State’s Waves

TL;DR Year-Round Waves: Winter (big NW swells – North/Central) and Summer (gentler S swells – South) provide consistent surf. Three Distinct Regions: Southern California (San Diego to SB): Classic warm(er) water, iconic spots (Malibu, Trestles), consistent summer S swells, HUGE crowds, surf industry hub. Central Coast (Ventura to Santa Cruz): Scenic, cooler water, fewer crowds, […]

Peaks Of The Balkans Accommodation: Best Places To Stay + Booking Tips

Wondering which Peaks of the Balkans accommodation to book? Confused about how the booking process works, or what the guesthouses are like? Then you’re in the right place! I’m just back from hiking the Peaks of the Balkans trail myself, and one major highlight was staying at family-run guesthouses and hotels in remote mountain villages […]

How To Hike The Peaks Of The Balkans Trail (In-Depth Guide)

Looking to hike the Peaks of the Balkans trail in Europe? Then you’re in the right place! I’ve just returned from a 10-day trek along this stunning Western Balkans hiking route, which takes you through the stunning Accursed Mountains and crosses the border between Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro numerous times. The Peaks of the Balkans […]

Best eSim For International Travel: How to Save Hundreds on Roaming in 2025

Looking for the best eSim for international travel? SIM Local is one of the best eSIM options for international travel. It’s easy to set up, offers competitive rates, and works in loads of countries which is perfect if you’re hopping between destinations. Plus, there’s no need to keep swapping out physical SIM cards! How to […]

Favela Santa Marta

Visiting Favela Santa Marta In this post, I share my experience of visiting favela Santa Marta in Rio, Brazil As the ground moves further and further away, the Christ Redeemer statue appears in all its towering glory, the bay comes into view and the blue of the Atlantic ocean glistens in the distance. I travel […]