Sandboarding in Huacachina, Peru
I passed through Ica, Peru for a few nights to check out the Huacachina oasis and to ride sandboards and buggys through the desert. Here is a short video of my sandboarding experience on the sand dunes of Huacachina, Peru. If you notice, the snowboarding approach didn’t work very well because the sandboards were very […]
TRAVEL DEEPER – GUATEMALA [VIDEO]
Here’s the result of four months of working and traveling in Guatemala as a Kiva Fellow. The scenery is incredible, the people are inspiring and the memories are forever. I’ll see you again soon Guatemala. Shots from Guatemala: Flores, Solola, Panajachel, Tikal Ruins, Antigua, Rio Dulce, Semuc Champey, San Antonio de Palopo, San Andres, Mazatenango, […]
Aimless Adventures at Tikal Ruins
Ancient ruins are cool, but the tours associated can also be slow and boring at times. I have a tough time sitting still when I’m put in a “tourist” type situation, so I seperated myself from the group and went off to explore the Tikal Ruins my way. Here are the highlights of our tour […]
Hen Weekends across the UK: Five City Breaks for an Unforgettable Party
Love is in the air, with Valentine’s Day just around the corner and the summer of weddings just a few months away. While the bride may be up to her eyeballs in wedding invitations and table plans, as the maid of honour it’s up to you to organise a cracking hen party for her to […]
Beachballs and Sandcastles in Cyprus
If you’re looking for a Mediterranean gem to please the whole family, Cyprus could be your perfect escape. For family holidays to Cyprus, this stunning island offers a wealth of fabulous resorts and a long list of wonderful things to see and do. Of course, for many visitors, it’s all about the beach – and […]
5 Alternative Places to Visit Whilst Interrailing in Europe
The idea of Interrailing at first can seem incredibly appealing. Travelling through Europe from one famous city to the next, taking holiday snaps in front of every famous landmark you pass and only needing a month to do it all. Great! You can tick off all the classic “must see” cities of Europe in the […]
How Locals Cool Off in Guatemala
On the pacific coast of Guatemala there is a place as magical as any fairytale you’ve ever read. Where the water flows like wine and the smiles are contagious. The name is Xocomil, and the game is water slides. Guatemala’s largest (and I think only) water park is a grueling three and a half hour […]
5 Underrated End of Summer Vacation Ideas
Looking for underrated end of summer vacation ideas? Whether you’re squeezing in one last adventure or just need a break before fall hits, these underrated end of summer vacation ideas are packed with charm, fun, and fewer crowds. From budget-friendly summer getaways to off-the-beaten-path summer trips, we’ll explore late summer travel destinations that most people […]
A Day in the Life of a Kiva Fellow
This is a peek into my daily routine as a Kiva Fellow in Guatemala. I was working with a new microfinance partner in ADICLA, so most days consisted of visiting borrowers around the region and uploading their profiles to the Kiva.org network. Join the T2T Kiva Lending Team and help fund the people I’ve met. […]
F THE JOURNEY BUT RELISH THE MOMENT
American best-selling author, Greg Anderson, once said, “Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it.” I bet you $100 Greg Anderson has never been to Guatemala, because if he has, he wouldn’t be hyping up this journey thing so much. As a man who […]