Settling into a new place; town, city, country, whatever the case may be, always involves the same thing - getting to know the community. Having now settled permanently in Galapagos I'm fortunate to live in a great area with wonderful [...]
This week marked one year since I decided to permanently move to Galapagos, Ecuador and I have no regrets. The changes in my life, the struggles I've experienced arriving and staying here, and the lack of first world amenities are [...]
Last week Ecuador marine authorities detained a Chinese ship illegally carrying 300 tonnes of fish including tens of thousands of sharks and other marine life. This ship was caught within the Galapagos Marine Reserve, a highly protected area of the [...]
Two years ago I decided to adopt a plant-based, whole foods, vegan diet and it has been one of the best life decisions I have ever made, both in terms of my diabetic life and my health overall. As I [...]
The Galápagos Islands are a truly unique, completely isolated set of islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Yet they are filled with so much life it is often overwhelming and unexpected. Here are 5 surprising facts about Galápagos: [...]
In everyday life we all seem to get so caught up in material things. Whether that be the latest style in shoes, eating at the most popular restaurant or staying in an amazing hotel while holidaying in the current 'must-see' location. Yes [...]
I've been abroad on and off for a few years now and when I start to think about the items I need, my list is pretty solid. I see a lot of travel accessories like travel shampoo containers & neck [...]
If you find yourself on the island of Santa Cruz in Galapagos with a day or two to spare I suggest you head out for a relaxing beach day at Playa El Garrapatero. Located approximately 30 minutes drive from Puerto Ayora, [...]
This week I have been staying in Cumbayá an area 20 minutes drive from Quito, Ecuador in a beautiful Airbnb apartment. I've have previous reservations about Quito and expressed my discomfort a few times here on the blog. But Cumbayá [...]
Hi everyone, I'm sorry I have been absent from the blog. The first few weeks of this year have been incredibly stressful for me and unfortunately writing travel inspiring articles for you to all read has been the last thing [...]
