I Visited Antarctica, Here’s Exactly What It Costs
Is Antarctica on your dream bucket list? Trying to figure out if you’re gonna be able to fulfill this dream? You might be wondering if you’re getting the best bang for your buck… If you are like me, you might’ve gone down a rabbit hole of searching “how much does […]
How to Visit the Pantanal (Mato Grosso): Jaguars, Wildlife & Best Time to Go
I’ll admit – I hadn’t really heard about the Pantanal until a couple of years ago when my husband shared what was on his bucket list. Obviously, curious, I ended up finding more about it and followed some amazingly talented photographers. Really pushed me to want to see it for […]
How to Border Cross from Los Antiguos (Argentina) to Chile Chico (Chile) on Foot
If you’ve landed here, you’re probably planning to head north along the Carretera Austral and researching the Los Antiguos to Chile Chico border crossing. When I was preparing for this route, I struggled to find clear and up-to-date information online -so I’m sharing my first-hand experience to help you navigate […]
Antarpply Expeditions Review: Antarctica + South Georgia Itinerary
Disclaimer: This review is based entirely on my personal experience. My trip with Antarpply Expeditions was not sponsored, and all prices listed refer to the 2025 – 2026 season before any last-minute discounts. Antarctica is the dream. The bucket-list destination, the big one, the one that feels almost unreal until […]
The Budget Breakdown: Exposing my Madagascar Travel Cost
Madagascar is one of those places that completely surprises you! Especially if you came to the country with little to no expectations… the wild landscapes, copious amounts of baobabs, lemurs up in the trees and picturesque beaches. Road tripping around Madagascar sounds like such an adventure and a dream – […]
The Budget Breakdown: Mozambique Travel Costs, No Filter
Mozambique is one of those destinations that sneaks up on you. While it sometimes gets a bad rap in the news, don’t let that fool you. This southeastern African gem offers endless beaches, turquoise waters and seafood so fresh it might just whisper your name. But what does it really […]
The Best Campsites in Namibia: Photos & Honest Reviews
Maybe we’re biased, but the best way to experience Namibia (and Southern Africa in general) is by camping. Forget generic hotel rooms. Out here, the real magic happens in nature. The weather is perfect for it (though nights can get chilly), and nothing beats falling asleep under skies so clear […]
Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar: The No-Fluff Guide (Lemurs, Costs & How To)
Planning a trip to Madagascar? Then you’ve probably come across Ranomafana National Park… it’s one of the country’s most famous wildlife spots and a must on any Madagascar itinerary. Picture this: lush rainforest, hot springs, misty mornings, and lemurs bouncing around their personal playground. Visiting Ranomafana honestly feels like stepping […]
Overlanding Mozambique: Complete Road Trip Guide & Itinerary
Mozambique isn’t usually the first place people think of when planning an overland trip through Africa… but I reckon should be on the list, at least! If you’re dreaming of an adventurous road trip off well maintained tarred roads, overlanding through Mozambique might just be the place for you. We […]
Exploring Lesotho: An Overland Travel Guide
Winding dirt roads, cold nights, and mountain passes that make your stomach flip… overlanding Lesotho is wild in all the right ways! We crossed into the country at Van Rooyens Gate and zigzagged across dramatic landscapes, overnighting in Malealea, Ramabanta, and Katse Dam before tackling the legendary Sani Pass just […]
Gap Year Diaries: Week 1 Recap of Travelling the World
Let’s be real… leaving my corporate engineering job for a year of travel was a nerve-wrecking leap into the unknown. But so far? No regrets. We kicked off our African adventure right in the Heart of Africa *Burundi* before starting our 4 day tour to visit the primates of Rwanda-Uganda. […]
Travel Tips for the Curious: Exploring Burundi, the Heart of Africa
BURUNDI. 98% of the people we told had no idea where this tiny nation was on the map. Well, that was if they knew it was a country! It is understandable. Burundi is a landlocked country nestled in the heart of Africa. It is often overlooked by its neighbours – […]
Chimpanzee Habituation Experience (CHEX) in Kibale National Park, Uganda
I am assuming you have landed here because you want to have an once-in-a-lifetime animal encounter or maybe curious about Chimpanzee Habituation. Have you ever watched Chimp Empire on Netflix and wondered what it would be like to experience that for yourself? Did you know it was filmed in Kibale […]
The Budget Breakdown: Backpacking Tbilisi, Georgia
Recently, I found myself in the Caucasus Region again, this time exploring Georgia’s capital, Tbilisi. I have just left my corporate job and while I am scheduled to leave on my main adventure in April, I’ve decided to go on a little side quest to Georgia. And let me tell […]
Gyumri, Armenia: Embrace the Unknown on Your Travels
Now, you must be reading that title and wonder – where on earth is Gyumri, Armenia? Honestly, if you had asked me a week ago to point it out, I would not have been able to. Of my recent adventures, this probably has to be one of my favorite side […]