The World’s Weirdest Dinosaur Museum? Exploring Savannakhet Dinosaur Museum, Laos

Fairy lights in the shape of a dinosaur skeleton. Handling dinosaur bones without gloves. Display cases full of dinosaur toys. The world’s strangest dinosaur museum must surely be the two-room Savannakhet Dinosaur Museum in Laos. It’s tiny, it’s ill conceived, it’s wonderful! The name of this museum is Museé des Dinosaures, and it’s located in … More The World’s Weirdest Dinosaur Museum? Exploring Savannakhet Dinosaur Museum, Laos

How Coronavirus Has Affected Tourism Hotspots

The tourism industry has been especially hard-hit by the Coronavirus pandemic. Tourists have effectively disappeared all around the world, as entire fleets of airlines are grounded, restaurants and bars shut doors, and mandatory self-isolation laws discourage anyone from leaving home. But what has happened to all those tourism hotspots, normally crowded with sightseers? While many … More How Coronavirus Has Affected Tourism Hotspots

The Different Types of Travel Bloggers

Travel bloggers come in all shapes and sizes. There are digital nomads and Instagram influencers, know-it-alls, adventure junkies, SEO wizards, and people who are just documenting a holiday. To keep track of all of this, I’ve made a list. Here are the main travel blogger archetypes that I’ve come across blogging, listening to travel podcasts, … More The Different Types of Travel Bloggers

Conquering Sigirya, Sri Lanka’s Historic Rock Fortress

Sigirya, an ancient fortress situated on the top of a colossal 200-metre high column of rock, is sometimes considered the eighth wonder of the world. It’s a geological wonder, a fascinating archaeological site, and a challenging hike, all rolled together. Sigirya is the must-see destination in Sri Lanka. Simply put – it’s amazing. Getting to … More Conquering Sigirya, Sri Lanka’s Historic Rock Fortress

Dambulla Cave Temples – The Ancient UNESCO Caves of Sri Lanka

Dambulla temple is Sri Lanka’s best preserved cave temple complex, one of the country’s fantastic UNESCO world heritage sights. It’s a decent climb to reach the caves, but the reward are five sanctuaries with outstanding wall fresco paintings, images of past kings and queens, and many golden statues of the Buddha. There’s a sense of … More Dambulla Cave Temples – The Ancient UNESCO Caves of Sri Lanka

What Can I Expect In A Traditional Japanese Ryokan?

Staying in a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn, is one of the quintessential cultural activities that everybody should enjoy in Japan. More than just a simple place to sleep, a stay in a ryokan is an experience unto itself. With particular room styles, dress codes and meal sets, it can be difficult to know what … More What Can I Expect In A Traditional Japanese Ryokan?

My Blog Is Evolving

Well, that’s it! I’ve finished publishing all my stories from my Africa travels. And just in time, too, because a new journey is just beginning, involving me leaving my home for a new life in Europe! And to accompany it, a complete revamp of my blog to incorporate my artwork is also coming. Please visit … More My Blog Is Evolving