Is Mount Falcon the Best Place for a Hawk Walk in Ireland?
We wanted to do something special for my birthday this summer but decided to do a ‘staycation’ in Ireland rather than traveling abroad. Having called…
Nature Trips
WWT London Wetland Centre: What’s It Like to Visit?
The WWT London Wetland Centre is a serene oasis near Hammersmith and makes for a great day out from central London, especially if you enjoy…
Why the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula is Worth Visiting on a Day Out in Reykjavik
Seltjarnarnes Iceland, in Reykjavik, was the perfect place to get in touch with Icelandic nature and birds without leaving the city limits. I was super-excited…
Camargue Flamingos: 13 Pictures That Will Inspire You to Plan a Trip to France
Have you ever considered visiting Camargue, France? You should simply because there is just something awesome about pink flamingos. They’re tall, they often balance on…
Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine: Day Trip Guide
A Torres del Paine day trip from Puerto Natales is a good option for exploring this beautiful region of Chilean Patagonia if you don’t have…
Reykjavik to Vik: 9 Best Stops on a Self-Drive Trip
Iceland’s South Coast is easily accessible by car from Reykjavik and is an ideal self-drive day trip if you’re planning a shorter stay in Iceland…
The River Dodder Walk: A Local Hike Worth Taking
The River Dodder in Dublin offers an irresistible challenge for someone who likes to walk as much as I do. Having called Dublin home for…
How to Make the Most of a Quick Dublin to Clare Road Trip [Including Puffin Spotting]
Every once in a while when we lived our expat life in Dublin, we’d hire a car and explore some far-flung part of Ireland. In…
Sagres Birdwatching Festival: Birding & Beyond on an Algarve Road Trip
Imagine standing on dramatic cliffs at the southwestern-most point in Europe, the wind whipping through your hair as migrating birds soar overhead. The Sagres Birdwatching…
25 Stunning Photos of El Calafate Glacier to Ignite Your Wanderlust
El Calafate is a windswept town in Argentinian Patagonia and I consider it a ‘must do’ on a 2 week Patagonia itinerary. El Calafate’s main…