Asia

Travel is my happy place, and sometimes when I travel, experiences happen which will stay with me for the rest of my life. When I’m old and coming to the end of my years, this night will be in my mind, wishing I could live it again. We walked down to the beach to where […]

I don’t have the words to describe the incredible experience I had on this day trip, and I don’t have the photos to do it justice. This was one of the best things I’ve ever done on a trip, and if I can show to you just 10% of how it felt to be on […]

I don’t even know where to start with this hotel, so pre warning – this is going to be a long post. I have been privileged enough to be able to stay in some absolutely incredible hotels but this… well, this was special. I’ll be surprised if I ever have a room this stunning ever […]

Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, has so much to offer. Known for its beaches but home to everything from rainforests, to wildlife, to culture and food it’s the perfect choice for a relaxing getaway. I spent 10 wonderful days exploring the island and have put together a (hopefully helpful) guide if you’re planning a trip to […]

Having only been to Spain and Cyprus before meeting Hannah, South Korea marked my 41st country. I think it’s safe to say she’s rubbed off on me. I got a job a few years ago which affords me the privilege of lots of travel and it’s a job I never would have taken had she […]

You can’t visit the DMZ on your own. You have to go on an organised tour from South Korea, and I chose one with Get Your Guide which was really well run. Tours last half a day and cost around £45 per person and you must remember to take your passport otherwise they cancel the […]

Bali has long been a tourist hotspot. I’d dreamed of visiting the island for years, but now in my 30s decided the crazy beach party and drinking area wasn’t really my thing. I wanted to see a bit of the culture and temples, but also relax and rest in a beautiful hotel, so I headed […]

Qatar is in the Persian Gulf, and actually has the highest per capita income in the world, mainly as a result of its oil and natural gas supplies. It also has super low crime rates; we actually went on a tour where someone left her bag (including passport and laptop) on a wall in a […]

Some places are just so whacky they stick with you and my favourite spot in Hong Kong was the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery. Lying in the north of the islands within the New Territories, it’s so worth visiting if you get the chance to add it to a stop in Hong Kong. How to get there […]