El Nido is hot right now. And yeah, it’s pretty magical. Picture white sand beaches lined with coconut trees, crystal clear water, limestone karsts jutting out from the ocean, and some pretty incredible sunsets. I totally get it’s appeal. Unfortunately, so does everyone else. It’s ever-growing popularity has brought hoards of tourists and over-development, which can take away from…
Port Barton | Why you shouldn’t skip it
Most people fly into Puerto Princesa and jump straight into a van headed for El Nido. Little do they know, they’ve just missed one of the best spots in the Philippines… Port Barton. WHERE IS PORT BARTON? Port Barton is a small village on the west coast of Palawan Island. It’s about 3 hours from Puerto Princesa…
A first timers guide to climbing Mt Barney
Mt Barney is one of the most iconic peaks in South East Queensland. It’s been on my “to climb” list since we moved to Brisbane, and this weekend I finally got to tick it off. The first thing to know before you head up Mt Barney is that there are two peaks – the West…
9 of the Best Waterfalls Near Brisbane
As the weather heats up, Brissy locals and tourists alike head out of the city looking to cool off. I love chasing waterfalls in the summer (yeah, you heard me TLC), and luckily for me, I don’t have to go far to find them. Here are some of the best waterfalls near Brisbane for a…
Hiking the Glasshouse Mountains
The Sunshine Coast isn’t known for its mountains, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t any! If you’re sick of sunning yourself on the sand, head to the Glasshouse Mountains for some action. Since moving to Brisbane, we’ve had a lot of fun playing in the Glasshouse Mountains. If you’re after some shorter hikes to test…
Salar de Uyuni | Crossing the worlds biggest salt flat
The Salar de Uyuni is the biggest salt flat in the world. It spreads over 12,000 square kilometers in the Bolivian Altiplano. For many travellers, it is a highlight of a trip to Bolivia (or South America, for that matter). Most people access the Salar de Uyuni via a 3 day 4WD trip leaving either from San…
Hiking the W in Torres Del Paine – Patagonia
When heading to Patagonia, hiking the W in Torres Del Paine National Park is a must do. We jumped on the bandwagon and hit the trails for a few days of adventure. Oh my, what an adventure it was! The Patagonia weather tested us in ways we didn’t expect… but I guess that’s what makes…