Author: The Travelling Sloth
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Best Local Islands in the Maldives (2026): A Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Island
Trying to decide which local island to visit in the Maldives? This guide compares the some of the best Maldives local islands – including Dhigurah, Dhangethi, Maafushi and Dhiffushi – based on beaches, diving, snorkelling, budget, atmosphere and who each island is best for. It’s easy to imagine that the Maldives is only filled with…
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Antarctica Expedition Ship vs Cruise Ship: Which Is Better?
When planning an Antarctica adventure, most people don’t actually realise how vessel size can actually impact how you experience the continent. One of the biggest mistakes people make when planning a trip to Antarctica is focusing entirely on price. I get it. When you’re looking at a trip that can easily cost more than you…
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How Much Does a Maldives Trip Cost? Real Budgets for Every Type of Traveller (2026)
The Maldives has a reputation for costing thousands of dollars with only one way to experience it. I’ve visited the Maldives twice, travelling differently each time – staying on local islands, as a diving trip and experiencing luxury resorts. Let me tell you, the costs were dramatically different. I love a good budget breakdown and cost…
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South Ari Sanctuary Dive Center Review: My Honest Experience Diving in Dhangethi
My experience: I spent four days diving with South Ari Sanctuary during a PADI Women’s Dive Day retreat in July 2026. I completed 10 dives across South Ari Atoll – including SAMPA and Maavaru Bay, seeing manta rays, eagle rays, turtles and huge schools of reef fish. Disclaimer: This review is based entirely on my…
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Dhangethi Maldives Travel Guide: Diving, Costs & Things To Do (2026 guide)
After spending a week on Dhangethi Island in the Maldives, I discovered why this underrated local island is one of the best places to experience manta rays, world class diving and authentic Maldivian life without the resort price tag. Most people visit the Maldives dreaming of overwater villas, private pools and five-star luxury. And while…
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How to Join TourIstanbul: Turkish Airlines’ Free Istanbul Layover Tour (Step-by-Step Guide)
Here’s exactly how to join Turkish Airlines TourIstanbul, who is eligible, whether you need a visa, what happens to your luggage and what to expect during the process. Planning a flight with Turkish Airlines and have a long layover in Istanbul? You might have come across TourIstanbul – the airline’s complimentary city tour for eligible…
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Is South Georgia Worth It? A Complete Guide to the Sub Antarctic Island
You’re probably here because you’re planning a trip to Antarctica and have seen an itinerary including somewhere called South Georgia… It’s fair enough to wonder if it would be worth the extra money to try to visit! Everyone planning a trip to the 7th Continent want to see glaciers, icebergs and penguins. But then the…
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How to Spend a Few Slow Days in Jardín, Colombia
This isn’t a checklist but how we’d actually spend a few days exploring Jardin, one of Colombia’s most charming towns. There aren’t dozens of attractions in Jardín, Colombia… but that is what I reckon makes up the whole charm of the town. After two months travelling around Colombia, Jardín quietly became one of our favourite…