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 found there, however,...

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 another country and...

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 that combines...