The Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico is the most popular tourism area in Mexico and for good reason. With world class beaches, ancient ruins to be discovered, exotic cenotes to swim in and picturesque colonial cities, the Yucatan is a great place to combine relaxation and culture. In this Yucatan travel blog, we will tell you why we think the Yucatan …
The Best Things to Do in Jaipur
Most first time visitors to India include Jaipur on their itinerary, and for good reason. This historic city and the capital of Rajasthan blends old and new with its colourful, busy streets, picturesque and very pink Old City and incredible Amber Fort. One of the most popular India itineraries is the Golden Triangle, which combines Delhi, Agra (the Taj Mahal) …
The Best of Banff: the Top Things to Do in Banff in the Summer
Banff and the Canadian Rockies are one of my favourite places in all of Canada. The soaring snow capped mountains, colourful lakes, iconic wildlife and outdoor activities are magical. Banff National Park and the other Parks in the Rockies offer a taste of the Canadian wilderness that you find on brochures of Canada. Luckily my brother lives in Canmore and we have …
How to Spend 5 Days in Tokyo With Kids
After a fantastic 4 days in Kyoto, we caught the shinkansen (bullet train) to Tokyo, city of the future. While in Kyoto we had soaked up (literally because we visited in August!) our visits to the breathtaking temples and shrines of the imperial city. In Tokyo we were looking forward to experiencing modern Japan with its neon lights and tech-forward …
Exploring Nusa Tenggara and Flores Overland
Have you checked out Lonely Planet’s list of must-visit destinations in 2019? It is no surprise to us that Indonesia is on the list. Indonesia is an incredibly diverse country with hundreds of gorgeous islands, each with a completely unique culture. Most visitors to Indonesia make their way to Bali, but there is so much more to “Indo” than just …
The Best Things to do in London with Kids
A family wedding brought us to England and the Midlands, but we knew we needed to use the opportunity to take the kids to London. For us budget travelers, London was a scary idea and while the costs were much more than we would usually spend in a developing country, we were able to stick to a reasonable budget. London …