I have recently learned to dive, getting my PADI openwater scuba diving certificate in Utila, Honduras last year. When I went to Tulum in Mexico, I was keen to practise my new-found skills, so contacted Koox Diving to see if I could go cenote diving with them in Tulum. One of the owners, Jesus, offered me a cenote diving tour with them – with one catch: that I would also join them for a night dive. With crocodiles. Would you go…
I lived in Leeds for 10 years, I went to university there then stuck around after graduation. I have very fond memories of the city where I spent my student days, for its huge variety of shops, bars, restaurants and nightlife. However, it is only recently I have come to appreciate the cultural side of Leeds, perhaps it is old(er) age which is driving me to explore the other attractions in the city, like Kirkstall Abbey. Where is Leeds? For…
Iceland has been on my bucket list for a while, and the land of fire and ice is unlike anywhere else on the planet. For the moment, I’ve had to postpone my Iceland travel plans until I save up some more cash, but to keep my wanderlust in check I’ve been exploring some of the unique activities in Iceland that you can do on this magical island and nowhere else! So read on for some inspiration for unique things to…
After learning to dive in Utila Honduras, I was keen to test out my PADI diving certification in Mexico. The last time I was backpacking in Tulum, I went snorkelling in some cenotes near Tulum, and saw some people diving in the cenotes there, so I thought this would be the perfect way to dive again, without risking the sea sickness I suffered from last time! In my hostel in Tulum, a fellow guest recommended Ko’ox Diving, so I contacted…
The pink lakes in Mexico were on my bucket list for a while, after seeing Instagram photos of the bright pink water and gorgeous blue sky, with a girl floating on an inflatable pink flamingo. I wanted to be on that flamingo, and take a dip in the unearthly pink water. So, when I realised the pink lakes of Las Coloradas were in the Yucatan region of Mexico where I was going to be for a few weeks, I knew…
I first came to Guadalupe Colombia in June 2016. It was one of the last places I visited in South America before I flew home, and was one of my favourites. This tiny town in the Santander region of Colombia was barely on the map back then, I’d read one blog article about Las Gachas, the natural plunge pools nearby, and my hostel in Bucaramanga recommended that I come here. So, I came. There was one hostel, one decent restaurant,…
Utila is one of the best places in the world for scuba diving. You may not have heard of this little island off the coast of Honduras, but if you want to learn to dive, or to dive in in one of the best locations for scuba diving, you had better learn more about Utila! I took my PADI diving course in Utila, and here’s why I think diving in Utila is the best in the world : READ MORE:…
The Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia are truly incredible. One of the highlights of my time in South America as a whole, and an experience not to be missed in Bolivia, a tour of the Uyuni Salt flats is something you will remember for a long time to come. The first time I went to Bolivia, I actually decided to skip el Salar de Uyuni. That was a mistake, although I still had a great time exploring Sucre, Samaipata &…
As you may know, I love food. I love food experiences, from cooking classes in Guatemala, to food tours in Mexico, and of course eating everything I can! On my travels, I try to learn as much as I can about the local cuisine, which is an integral part of the culture in any country. Through food, you can understand traditions, how each group of people developed their own methods of cooking with local ingredients, and how the culture changes…
Originally, I wasn’t planning to go to Honduras at all, but I am so glad I did! I just had a glimpse of this beautiful country, exploring Mayan Ruins, snorkelling in crystal clear waters, and learning to dive in Utila. I decided to take my PADI Openwater dive course with Utila Dive Center, and had a great time (most of the time!). Read on to see how I got on diving in Utila, and if I managed to get my…
