A week after climbing Acatenango, and swearing to never climb another volcano again, I found myself at the top of Volcano Telica. With the promise of an easy hike and a peak into the crater, I was sold! The infamous volcano boarding trip to Cerro Negro was originally top on my list for Leon. However […]
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Hiking Volcano Acatenango was on the top of our bucket list for Guatemala. But as we got close to our stay in Antigua, the nerves kicked in. Were we fit enough to climb it? Was the top as freezing as everyone said? Would it erupt in our sleep? Ok, in hindsight some of these worries
Antigua to Leon Bus Overall travel time: 18 hours and 12 minutes (7am departure, 1:12am arrival) Overall cost: usd$69 ($50 transport, $2 tax, $3 Honduras border, $14 Nicaraguan border) After an incredible week exploring Antigua, the time had come to move onto the next place – Leon, Nicaragua. Antigua was one of my favourite places
Volcano Pacaya is one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes and one of the most accessible for a day hike from Antigua. Located just over an hour from Guatemala City or Antigua, Pacaya offers the chance to walk across lava fields, take in panoramic views and witness volcanic activity. Sometimes even see visible lava flows!! After
We did this journey on 26th January 2020 so it’s probable that prices have increased since the time of writing! After an incredible time in Mexico, it was time to move down to Guatemala. Belize didn’t stand out as somewhere I particularly wanted to visit, so the plan was to travel straight from Tulum to
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In October, I quit my job to embark on 6 months of travelling through parts of South East Asia, Australia and Central America. With the hopes of running a few international races, I stopped over in Singapore during marathon weekend. Singapore is one of my favourite countries, so I was looking forward to having a
When people think about Galle, they usually imagine the infamous Lighthouse and nothing else. I nearly avoided the add journey there for this very reason. However, Galle has so much more to offer than just the lighthouse and is a definite must-do if you’re in south Sri Lanka. Plus, it’s easy to get to from
Sigiriya, or Lion Rock, is an ancient rock fortress located in the central plains of Sri Lanka. As one of many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the country, it’s a must-do if you’re visiting Sri Lanka. Boasting an extensive network of surrounding gardens and a museum, Sigiriya has a lot to offer. Standing at over
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The Kandy to Ella train is one of the most scenic train rides in Sri Lanka and provides for a unique journey across the country. Here are some tips on how to get 2nd class tickets (best for photos).
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