Bávaro Beach, Punta Cana Punta Cana was never part of the plan. It was a spontaneous decision that quietly marked the end of my four-month journey through South America. I came across the flight almost by accident, one of those moments where curiosity wins over careful planning. Leaving Peru was harder than expected, but a few days later I found myself flying straight from Lima to Punta Cana, trading the Andes and long bus rides for palm trees and turquoise water. What I foun

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge viewpoint If you have read any of my other Ireland posts, you already know that I have a soft spot for the island. Northern Ireland is very much part of that. It may be politically part of the United Kingdom, but in terms of history, culture and natural beauty it easily rivals the Republic of Ireland. A visit to Belfast, the capital, is absolutely worth it, full of stories, charm and more murals than you can count. Even though it is technically anot

Coomatloukane view point Ireland and I go way back. It’s where I finished my Master’s, spent countless weekends chasing rainbows, and learned that ‘a bit of rain’ can mean anything from a light drizzle to a full-on storm. Between the endless green hills, friendly locals, and the occasional sheep traffic jam, this island quickly found a place in my heart. One of my absolute highlights has to be the Ring of Kerry, a roughly 180 kilometre loop along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way t

Cartagena’s coastal skyline Colombia holds a special place in my heart. The people, the culture, and the country’s complex history leave a deep impression on anyone who spends real time here. Truth be told, your journey might even begin more by chance than by plan, that’s exactly how it happened for me. Back when I was doing an internship in Dublin, a friend introduced me to Workaway, and what started as a spontaneous idea turned into four and a half unforgettable months. I e

Casco Viejo view If you have already read my post about Colombia’s Caribbean coast, you know that I flew from there straight to Panama City. It was my first time in the country, and I decided to spend three days in the capital before continuing my journey. Originally, I had planned to travel north to Bocas del Toro, but due to limited time I chose to stay in Panama City instead, and I definitely do not regret it. The city left a strong impression on me; it feels modern, safe

Maya Beach, Phi Phi Island Thailand has left a lasting impression on me. I spent six months in the north in Nong Khai completing an...

Sunrise view Ankor Wat When I think back to my time in Cambodia, Siem Reap was always meant to be one of the highlights. It had been on my bucket list for years, and after finishing my internship, I finally had time to travel and explore more of Southeast Asia. A stop in Siem Reap, home to the world-famous Angkor Wat, was something I didn’t want to miss. My arrival, however, was not entirely smooth. I flew in from Hanoi, and at check-in I realised that water had got on my pas

Ha Long Bay view If you have read some of my other blogs about my travels in Southeast Asia, you already know that after my internship in Thailand I continued my journey and of course Vietnam was part of it too. I even spent a month volunteering with Workaway, teaching English at a hotel in Ninh Binh. It was a really interesting experience because I lived together with the hotel staff in the building opposite, which gave me a closer look at everyday life. One place that is an

Mandalyoung/Makati city view As part of my Southeast Asia trip I had to leave Vietnam and re-enter to get a new visa. One of my personal travel dreams has always been to visit Philippines so this felt like the perfect opportunity. I had already heard from quite a few travellers that the capital city isn’t necessarily the highlight and that most people prefer heading straight to one of the country’s stunning islands. Still I wanted to see it for myself and make up my own mind.

Ponta da Piedade, Lagos Portugal was the first destination I travelled to after the long covid lockdowns, and I did this trip together with my brother. It felt unreal to finally get on the road again, and we chose Portugal because the mix of nature, beaches, food, and culture sounded perfect for a proper road trip. After months of restrictions, it was an incredible feeling of freedom to explore a new place again, and Portugal delivered exactly what we were hoping for. Over th

Ferries at the Rio Negro pier in Manaus Manaus was my first ever stop on the South American continent, and it could not have been a more memorable beginning. I had wanted to visit Brazil for years, and starting the journey in the Amazon felt like the perfect choice. What made it even more special was visiting a close friend from Manaus whom I met almost ten years ago in England. Seeing him again in his home city gave the whole experience a personal touch. The city itself, the

Tat Sae Waterfall After my time in Thailand, the first country I travelled to next was Laos. I crossed over the Friendship Bridge and, after spending a few days in the capital Vientiane, I took the train north via Vang Vieng all the way to Luang Prabang. In the following, I’ll share what I did during my three days there and hopefully give you a good impression of why this place is worth visiting. When I arrived, the city was still celebrating Songkran, the traditional water f