What Is Bali Belly? (And What to Do If You Get It)
What Bali belly actually is, what happened to us, how to reduce the risk and when travellers’ diarrhoea needs medical attention.
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How to Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing (After Doing It 5 Times)
I’ve walked the Tongariro Alpine Crossing at least five times. Here is how to organise the shuttle, choose the weather and walk the route from Mangatepopo to Ketetahi.
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10 Best Restaurants in Leh, Ladakh (Where to Actually Eat)
The ten Leh restaurants I would actually recommend, from proper Ladakhi food and giant momos to pizza, coffee and one excellent Alchi day-trip lunch.
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New Zealand’s 11 Great Walks (Which One Should You Do?)
I’ve completed eight of New Zealand’s eleven Great Walks. Here is my honest comparison, who each track suits and which one I would book first.
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The 5 Best Luxury Resorts in Koh Samui (My Honest Shortlist)
My honest shortlist of Koh Samui’s best luxury resorts, with current USD prices, one full resort stay and two shameless pool-crashing visits.
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The 5 Best Beaches in Zanzibar (And Which Coast to Choose)
My honest comparison of Paje, Matemwe, Kendwa, Kizimkazi and Michamvi, including Zanzibar’s tides, swimming conditions and which coast I would choose.
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Tongariro Northern Circuit: My Complete 2026/27 Guide
My first-hand Tongariro Northern Circuit guide, updated for the temporary 2026/27 one-way route, new Oturere Hut, current fees and a practical three-day itinerary.
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6 Places to Swim on the Kumano Kodo (That I Actually Swam)
Six places I actually swam while walking the Kumano Kodo, including Chikatsuyu, Kawayu, Kowaze, Koguchi and Blue Beach Nachi.
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Best Time to Visit Sigiriya: Go Early (What I Did)
The best time to visit Sigiriya is first thing in the morning. My honest Sigiriya vs Pidurangala verdict, current tickets, wildlife and practical timing.
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Adam’s Peak Hike: My Sri Pada Pilgrimage Guide
My first-hand guide to climbing Adam’s Peak during Sri Pada pilgrimage season, including the Nallathanniya route, full-moon crowds and sunrise shrine.
