Destinations

Welcome to my destinations

Here you will find the places I have visited. Simply click on the place you are interested in to find guides, tips and itineraries relevant to your chosen destination!

BALI – BARBADOS – JAPAN – MEXICO – MOROCCO – NORWAY – PORTUGAL – SOUTH AFRICA – SPAIN – UK

Children and adults alike enjoy a thrilling multi-lane water slide at a vibrant waterpark. The slide is brightly colored in blue, yellow, and red lanes, surrounded by twisting enclosed tube slides. The setting is lively, with splashing water and clear blue skies, creating a fun and adventurous atmosphere
Full guide to The Best Water Parks in Morocco
People I speak to are frequently surprised to hear that Morocco has some great water parks, perfect for escaping the heat, especially if you are somewhere inland like Marrakech. I am going to talk you...
A spectacular sunrise over the Marrakech desert landscape, with dozens of hot air balloons floating at various heights against a pink and orange sky. The desert floor below shows a patchwork of sandy terrain and agricultural plots, whilst the Atlas Mountains rise hazily in the background. The balloons appear in various colours, including red, orange and yellow, creating a dreamy, otherworldly scene
4 day Marrakech Itinerary - The best for first timers
I was looking for somewhere warm to spend an extra long weekend and New Years eve. Somewhere a bit different, with a mix of exploring and celebrating, ideally a new country to experience. Research quickly...
Vibrant night scene in Shibuya with brightly lit signs and billboards, and crowds of people walking through the bustling streets
The best family friendly Tokyo hotels
Tokyo is a city with many choices, where to eat, what to see, where to stay, all of which are important questions. Even more important when you have the responsibility for planning the trip for your whole...
Commercial airplane taking off at Narita airport against a dramatic sunset sky. In the foreground, another aircraft is visible on the runway with its navigation lights on. The horizon shows a treeline of dark pine forests silhouetted against a gradient sky transitioning from deep orange at the bottom to soft purple-blue at the top. The runway is dotted with blue and green taxiway lights glowing in the twilight
Hotels near Narita airport with free shuttle buses
Narita airport is one of two main airports servicing Tokyo. At just over 60km east of central Tokyo it is a decent bit further out than Haneda, taking more time to commute into the city. This is why many...
The entrance arch to Tokyo Disneyland featuring turquoise Art Deco-style architecture. The park's name is displayed in black letters on a white background. Above it is a circular medallion containing an illuminated silhouette of Cinderella Castle. Below is a celebratory banner for the park's 35th "Happiest Celebration!" featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse in festive costumes against a magical blue background with golden confetti. Orange flags flutter at the top corners of the structure, and white paper lanterns decorate the base.
Hotels near Tokyo Disneyland with free shuttle buses
The Disney resorts in Tokyo draw in around 30 million visitors every year, with many guests looking to save time and money on their trip. Finding hotels near Tokyo Disneyland with a free shuttle is a great...
Golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji temple reflecting in a serene pond. The two-story structure with distinctive curved roofs is surrounded by lush green trees and gardens. The sky above is partly cloudy, creating a picturesque scene of traditional Japanese architecture in harmony with nature.
Full guide to Michelin star restaurants in Kyoto
Kyoto should be on everyone’s to do list, it was a real highlight of our first trip to Japan. It’s famously jam packed with history, culture, UNESCO world heritage sites and more temples than you can shake...
Expansive aerial view of Tokyo's cityscape from the Tokyo Skytree, featuring the Sumida River winding through the densely packed buildings and skyscrapers
Hotels near Haneda Airport with free shuttle bus
Picking one of the hotels near Haneda Airport with free shuttle offers travellers arriving late or departing very early a level of comfort. I am asked by many people, arriving jetlagged and without the...
Picturesque winter view of Tromsø's marina, with snow-dusted sailboats and fishing vessels moored against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains and crisp blue skies.
How to travel around by bus in Tromsø Norway
Getting around on a bus in Tromsø is a very simple experience, the Norwegians do public transport well. I used them multiple times on my visit, including an airport transfer. City buses are very clean...
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