What more could you want to do when on holiday in Cornwall then end your day by watching the sunset, seeing the sky turn from blue to orange. There are so many amazing spots to watch the sun set, I thought I’d share the top 3 we went to: Where to watch the sunset? St Ives’ Porthmeor Beach Porthmeor Beach was my favourite place to watch the sun set and it had...
What is Chichen Itza? Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of world, was one of the greatest Mayan cities in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Chichen Itza, meaning mouth of the waterhole of the Itza tribe, is one of the most popular tourist sites in Mexico. Mayans left Chichen Itza in 1300AD and the limestone temples were soon subject...
This Riviera Maya itinerary is the perfect balance of activity and relaxing in Mexico’s beautiful Yucatan Peninsula. It covers staying in Playa Del Carmen and Tulum whilst also visiting one of the seven wonders of the world Chichen Itza. Whilst visiting this area of Mexico there are so many resorts you could stay at. We opted for hotels rather than resorts. This...
Tulum is tourist hotspot on the Caribbean coast in the Yucatán Peninsula, famous for its white sand beaches, turquoise sea, ancient Mayan ruins and for its laidback, hippie, eco vibe. You have got to visit here on your trip to Mexico. Now there are many ways you can holiday in Mexico choosing between an all-inclusive resort based holiday for the ultimate chill out...
Has snorkelling with turtles always been on your bucket list?! If so, you have got to visit Akumal on your trip to Mexico. I have always wanted to swim/ snorkel with turtles and was so excited to have the chance to see them here, and it did not disappoint, it was one of the highlights of the trip and I even found myself screaming through my snorkel when I saw a...
I visited Mexico in January 2022, my first long-haul trip after the covid pandemic, and it was the most amazing trip! One my favourite things to do here was explore the beautiful cenotes that are dotted all over the Yucatan Peninsula. If you’re visiting Mexico you have got to check some out. Read on to find what cenote are and the best cenotes in Playa Del...
Ilha Grande is an island off the coast of Brazil, it’s about 160km from Rio de Janeiro. It’s a popular getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, with white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters and lush forest to explore. No cars are allowed on Ilha Grande so it really feels like an island paradise. You can visit on a day trip, but in order really enjoy the...
Iguazu Falls are a set of 275 waterfalls on the Iguazu River. They are the largest waterfall in the world and they really are astounding. Iguazu Falls sits across Brazil and Argentina with Paraguay nearby. However most of the Falls are located on the Argentinean side. I visited the Falls in August 2019 on a holiday in Brazil, I can honestly say they are the most...
Brazil, an exciting tropical paradise with buzzing cities, white sand beaches, is home to the amazing Amazon rainforest, roaring waterfalls including the famous Iguazu Falls and so much more. Rio de Janeiro is one of the most popular places to visit, with so many things to do and home to the most pristine beaches it makes it the perfect place to start your holiday! I...
Are you a Potterhead? If so you must visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct on your trip to Scotland. Even if you’re not a huge Harry Potter Fan it’s a really cool experience to watch the ‘Hogwarts Express’ a.k.a The Jacobite travel across the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct to Hogwarts (okay so it doesn’t really go there, it goes from Fort William to Mallaig). You can even ride on...