If there is one spot you cannot miss in Sri Lanka, it would be the incredible horseshoe bay nestled on the south coast – Hiriketiya. As we was visiting the country anti-clockwise, Khaled and I were very much looking forward to a quieter seaside escape where we can just chill and relax. Hiriketiya beach did not disappoint as it was the perfect place to learn how to surf, meet awesome travellers and eat delicious local food with its many incredible cafes and restaurant. Funnily enough, Hiriketiya wasn’t a stop we were planning to make on our original Sri Lanka itinerary, but with a need for just ..read more

As part of our 2-week trip to Sri Lanka, we spent 3 days exploring Kandy. After we took the iconic train ride from Ella, we hired a tuk-tuk that drove us straight to Aarunya Nature Resort and Spa, which only took us 40 minutes from the station. After an incredible but tiring 2 weeks travelling around Sri Lanka, we really wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of city noises and immerse ourselves in a luxurious, intimate nature resort where we can unwind and recharge our batteries. Situated on a mountain top overlooking UNESCO Natural World heritage listed Knuckles Mountain Range, this d ..read more

My visit to Sri Lanka – a jewel-shaped country in the Indian Ocean exceeded my expectations in every way. It was a trip of a lifetime and a place I would recommend everyone visiting. Every trip to Sri Lanka starts with flying into Colombo International Airport. From there, we booked a taxi via the PickMe app (their equivalence of Uber) to take us our hotel. The airport is 45 minutes drive from the city so we ended up sharing the taxi with another traveller as their hotel was right next to ours. It costed £10 for the entire trip. As we arrived quite late at night, we only wanted to stay 1 night ..read more

We spent 2 incredible weeks in Bali and we are already planning our next trip there. I’ve written in depth about each of the places we visited below but i thought it would be useful to also provide a no-nonsense 2 week itinerary for Bali. Canggu – 1 day, 2 nights EVE 1 | Party in La Barisa Beach Bar  Arrive in Bali, chill at La Barisa beach bar DAY 1 |  Explore Canggu Stop #1) Have breakfast at Milk and Madu and ice matcha drink at Matcha Cafe Stop #2) Surfing at Berawa Beach Stop #3) Drive to Pasut Beach Stop #4) Watch sunset at Tanah Lot  Stop #5) Dinner at Lola’s Cantina ..read more

Located in the Southern tip of Bali, Uluwatu boasts a unique blend of culture, natural beauty and adventures. It is still a hidden gem that is waiting to be discovered. My partner Khaled and I loved our time here and thought it was the perfect place to end our 2-week trip around Bali. Unfortunately, we only had 2 full days after here after spending a few days in Nuda Penida, but we could have easily spent much longer. This article will go through the top things to do in Uluwatu if you only have 2 days here. As always, we try to balance relaxation, exploration and adventure. Where we stayed – G ..read more

How did I end up at a Grand Prix when I’ve only watched the race on TV a handful of times? Simple: My husband is a motorsport fanatic. I am still convinced that his idea of going to Bali and then Singapore, which just happened to have coincided with F1 weekend was not a coincidence! However, I am not complaining as this was definitely one of the highlights of the entire trip and an experience I would never forget! The Singapore Grand Prix is one of the most popular sporting events in the world attracting hundred’s of thousands of tourists each year. It is a motor racing competition and part of ..read more

On my trip to Bali in September 2022, I was fortunate enough to stay at some of the most amazing and unique places I have ever stayed in. One of the most unique stays and something that has become very popular in Bali recently is staying in an incredible bamboo house with their nets and outdoor pools. We decided to stay in a bamboo villa, after a luxurious 2 night-stay at Wapa di Ume in Sideman. The link to the one we stayed in is here. Upon arrival, we were greeted by two very friendly workers of the hotel who showed us around and explained how to use some of the amenities. As this wasn’t a t ..read more

With so many things to see and do in Ubud, it can be quite overwhelming planning your itinerary. During our two-week vacation to Bali, we only had 3 days to spend in Ubud where we wanted to see so many things – from temples to waterfalls and rice fields. Located in the mountainous regions of central Bali, Ubud is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the island and is known as the island’s cultural hub. It is home to lush jungles dotted with waterfalls, centuries-old temples, adrenaline-pumping activities and bustling markets. We only had 4 nights and 3 full days in Ubud but I would ..read more

During our 3 days in Ubud, we had an unexpected but amazing experience where we had an insight into Balinese life. At the end of the Campuhen Path, we asked a local man sitting on the side of the road where Ubud market is. We got talking and he then asked us if we wanted to see the real Ubud. We were reluctant to follow this random man and I think he could sense our hesitancy. We said it was fine and that we have specific places we wanted to see which are on our itinerary – but he simply dismissed each one of the sights saying ‘this is touristy, not the real Ubud’. So we followed him… And con ..read more

Canggu is the perfect place to start your journey through Bali. Only an hour away from Bali’s international airport, we decided to stay in Canggu for 2 days and 2 nights which we felt was the perfect amount of time to spend here. It is maze of really cool hangouts, beach clubs, health cafes, yoga temples and has long stretches of beach. It’s the new hipster spot that is popular among expats and surfers. Our driver that we booked via the Airbnb picked us up from Bali airport. We were expecting a standard taxi, but instead we got into a boy racer car with funky disco lights. When I say this guy ..read more