Salt Flats of Bolivia – Day 1
Visiting the spectacular salt flats of Bolivia has been one of the best adventures I've had here in South America. Bolivia is an incredibly beautiful country with amazing scenery, charismatic people and and ever-changing landscape. [...]
Diabetic Adjusting to High Altitude Living
High altitude affects some people more than others. Headaches, nausea and tiredness are common in people who first arrive at heights over 2500 metres. I've been fortunate that I haven't really suffered from altitude sickness, [...]
Exploring the Markets of Cusco
The markets of Cusco are an eclectic mix of products, food, colors and people. Every Saturday stalls fill the streets of the 'market area' of old town Cusco. Packed with local sellers and shoppers the [...]
Sandboarding in Huacachina
Located 10 minutes from the city of Ica in the middle of mountainous sand dunes Huacachina, Peru is an oasis in the desert...literally. A small town built around a naturally formed lagoon Huacachina is known [...]
Guayaquil to Lima with Cruz Del Sur
This week was big for me. I finally left my beloved Ecuador and also took my first overnight bus in this crazy continent where buses are the best way to get around. But as it [...]
Burn Baby, Burn – New Year’s Eve in Ecuador
This year was first away form Australia for New Year's Eve. Traveling gives me to opportunity to experience new countries and cultures, and inviting in the New Year in Ecuador didn't disappoint. The day after [...]
Feliz Navidad!
Christmas is almost upon us and whilst it will be my first Christmas abroad away from my family and friends, I'm looking forward to celebrating here in Ecuador with a wonderful family who have taken [...]
Vegan Life After 3 Months
Those of you who know me or have been following me on Instagram for a while will be aware that three months ago I switched to a vegan diet. At the beginning of this process [...]