Nature Adventures at El Toro Negro Rainforest in Puerto Rico
Lush green vegetation, steep hillsides and cascading waterfalls were the perfect contrast to the sandy beaches and cozy accommodations back at the San Juan Marriott. A 7am departure wasn’t an ideal match for the all-night Puerto Rican dance parties, but the fresh rainforest air quickly trumped the urge to retreat back into my plush king […]
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 […]
The Juice is Worth the Squeeze in Semuc Champey
Every now and then certain situations arise that make me question this life of travel. In this particular instance, it was a hellish seven-hour drive in the back of a stuffy shuttle bus from Rio Dulce to Lanquin, Guatemala. As if roadside construction, massive potholes and tropical climate weren’t enough, my beautiful co-pilot came down […]
Extreme Sports for Backpackers
It’s the trip of a lifetime. You’ll see places you only ever dreamed of, meet some of the most intriguing people anywhere on the planet and be witness to the true wonders of the world. Heading to far-flung destinations with your life on your back will open your eyes and help you learn a lot […]
6 Extreme Sports You’ve Never Heard Of but Have To Try
Extreme sports are those that usually have some type of danger associated with them, but most of the time they are associated with thrill seeking behaviour. In other words, those that take part in them love the thrill of the risk and the sheer joy that comes from being a part of the sport. High […]
A Runner’s Guide to Hawaii
Sight-seeing can get dull if it starts to feel like a checklist of things you have to tick off one at a time. One of the best ways to better experience destinations is through physical activity, whether it be a moonlit walk, snorkel session, or an exhilarating run. After all, if you decided to take […]
Top Rock Climbing and Hiking Destinations in South Africa
South Africa is known for offering some of the best rock climbing and hiking locations in the world. Every year large numbers of international tourists come to explore its mountain wildernesses and take part in many different types of hiking and rock climbing activities. As South Africa is a democracy, holidaying and touring here is […]