Following one full day and night in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, my friend and I attempted to make our way to the other side of the country to visit Samarkand. It was Nowruz holiday. This is New Year in Persian cultures, including places like Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, to…

When in the North Highlands, or driving the NC 500, one thing to do is a day trip to Orkney Islands.  For those who don’t know, the Orkney Islands is an archipelago comprising of 70 islands, 8 km off the coast from John o’Groats.  You…

Croatia is a stunningly beautiful country, home to pristine beaches and gorgeous lakes and waterfalls. If you start your Croatian adventure in Zagreb, consider going to Plitvice Lakes National Park for a day trip! There are many tours that will take you there or renting…

Oaxaca is easily one of my favorite places in Mexico. But don’t get me wrong. It’s also great to get out of the city and see the surrounding areas. On my trip to Oaxaca in 2018, my friend and I decided to do a day…