Lakes and Lupins Photography Workshop

I’ve been following Rach Stewart, Lee Cook and Daniel Murray on social media for a few years now and have gotten to know and love their photography styles. Without even meeting them and just seeing their photos, I already had learnt so much from them. Rach is who inspired me to explore long exposure. Just…

Sri Lanka

We flew into Colombo and drove roughly 2 hours to Cape Weligama, in Weligama, on the central south coast. This resort was recently just voted ‘28th best luxury hotel in the world’ by Conde Nast Traveler. The clifftop panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and the crescent shaped infinity pool were enough to make you…

Machu Picchu

5D/4N Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu Tour company: Quechuas Expeditions Tour guide: Jorge Chef: Joelle   When you’re booking a hike to Machu Picchu, the most popular route is the Inca Trail, and it books out months in advance. This was the case for me, as it was a last minute trip. Though I really…

Matakana

Stuck for ideas on what to do these school holidays? Why not visit Matakana, the ‘Matakana Coast Wine Country,’ for a day trip or a weekend away with the kids? The area is spoilt with cafes and restaurants, markets, activities for the kids and beautiful clear water beaches. Just an hour north of Auckland city,…

Rwanda

What are your first thoughts when I say Rwanda? Is it the spectacular mountains and scenery you’re surrounded by, the amazing local food, the beautiful and helpful people, a hike into the jungle to get up close to gorillas? If you thought any of these, then you’ve read my mind. My husband and I spent…