Where to Stay in Sri Lanka – 6 Epic Locations
Six epic places to stay in Sri Lanka, with one memorable hotel for ancient cities, sacred mountains, tea country, elephants and the beach.
Where to Stay in Goa: My 3-Base Route for 7-10 Days
My honest three-base Goa itinerary: Arambol, colonial Panaji and Palolem, with characterful places to stay and a practical 7-10 day split.
The 4 Best Everest Base Camp Trek Companies (Who I Used)
The four Everest Base Camp trekking companies I would genuinely shortlist, including the local operator I used, current prices and what each package includes.
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Kumano Kodo 2-Day and 3-Day Itineraries (The Best Short Routes)
The best two-day and three-day Kumano Kodo routes, with honest trade-offs, walking times, accommodation and transport logic.
Hiking Mount Ruapehu: Dome Ridge, Crater Lake Views + Safety
My honest guide to hiking Mount Ruapehu from the Whakapapa side: what the climb feels like, how to treat the unmarked route, and the safety notes I would check before going.
Srinagar to Leh by Road (My Taxi Trip + Best Stops)
My practical guide to travelling from Srinagar to Leh by road, including current taxi costs, a Lamayuru overnight and the monastery stops worth making.
Best Dive School in Koh Phangan: The 3 I Used
My guide to diving Koh Phangan, based on learning with Sail Rock Divers and diving with Chaloklum Diving and Haad Yao Divers.
The 12 Best Beaches in Sri Lanka (For Swimming, Surfing + More)
The 12 Sri Lanka beaches I would actually shortlist, with honest picks for swimming, surf, quiet stays and choosing the right coast for the season.
7 Best Things to Do in Kii Katsuura, Japan | Updated 2026
The honest guide to what to do in Kii Katsuura after the Kumano Kodo: Nachi Falls, the tuna market, onsens, whale watching, where to stay, how long you need, and why the town makes sense after the trail.
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