Best Things To Do In & around Port Vila, Vanuatu (5 Days on Efate)
The Efate activities I would actually prioritise: one island-loop day, Lelepa, Paradise Cove, Top Rock, Blue Lagoon/Eton, kava, local food, and the caveats I would watch.
Where To Eat In Port Vila, Vanuatu (7 Places Iād Go Back To)
The Port Vila restaurants I would actually recommend now: Kai Vanua, Cafe Vila, Three Pigs, Stonegrill, Coco & Co, Banyan and Lalala.
Best Places To Stay In Vanuatu (Where I Would Book In 2026)
If you want one answer for where to stay in Vanuatu, book Nasama. Here are the caveats for budget, couples, families and luxury.
How Hard Is It To Climb Kilimanjaro? (My Honest Take)
Is Kilimanjaro hard? Hereās what it was actually like ā the altitude, the fitness required, the cold, and whether you need to be an athlete.
My Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route Itinerary (8 Days, Day by Day)
A day-by-day account of my 8-day Lemosho route climb on Kilimanjaro ā including what each day actually looks like, summit night, and whether 8 days is enough.
The 5 Kilimanjaro Tour Operators Iād Actually Shortlist
My honest shortlist of Kilimanjaro tour operators after climbing the 8-day Lemosho route, plus how to avoid cheap operators that cut corners on safety or porter welfare.
The Best Kilimanjaro Route: Lemosho vs Machame vs Northern Circuit
My honest Kilimanjaro route recommendation after climbing the 8-day Lemosho route: when to choose Lemosho, Machame, Northern Circuit, Marangu, Rongai or Umbwe.
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.
Cape Brett Lighthouse Track Guide: Difficulty, Hut, Route + My Tips
My practical Cape Brett Lighthouse Track guide: full route, Deep Water Cove shortcut, difficulty, hut bookings, current DOC fees, water planning, parking and packing tips.
The 7 Best Campgrounds in Northland, New Zealand (For a Summer Roadie)
My honest Northland campground shortlist for a summer road trip: Matauri Bay, Elliot Bay, Puriri Bay, Uretiti, Rarawa, Russell TOP 10 and Maitai Bay, with current booking notes and the real tradeoffs.
