A quick update on what’s been happening at Wander-Lush—plus a preview of our 2018/19 travel plans.
Hola, Colombia! A Quick Life & Travel Update
Tag: Personal
2017 Year in Review
So that’s that—another year done and dusted. 2017 ushered in some big life changes (like moving country, again), new challenges, and of course a bunch of wonderful travel experiences—too many to talk about in just… Read More
How Travelling in the Caucasus Restored My Faith in Humanity
We were woken by a strange clinking noise. ‘Clink, clink’. I went to the door of the Airbnb apartment we had rented in Tbilisi for the month—a nine-storey Soviet affair with no working elevator. I… Read More
Part of the 5% | Second Impressions of Vietnam
Five percent. That’s the rate of return for foreign tourists to Vietnam. In other words, 95% of people who visit this country once find no reason to come back. If you think that rate sounds… Read More
My Vietnam Travel Wishlist
Those of you who follow me on social media will have noticed that I recently arrived back in my favourite part of the world! I consider Southeast Asia a bit of a home away from… Read More
Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day in Yerevan: An Outsider’s Reflection
Armenian Genocide Memorial Day is marked annually on April 24. This is my account of the day in Yerevan, and what it felt like to be there as an outsider. I always feel lucky… Read More
First Impressions of Azerbaijan
“Is Azerbaijan a dry country?” Normally I’d know these things – but not this time. I was determined to let Azerbaijan hold onto a few of its mysteries until I was inside the country.… Read More
Hello From Georgia (Country)
“So, does Georgia feel more like Europe or Asia?” We were halfway through our free walking tour of Tbilisi when Anna, our Ukrainian-born guide, came to an abrupt halt and popped the question. It’s a… Read More
Here’s to 2017 – A New Year of Travel!
I know a lot of people are happy to see the back of 2016. But honestly, it’s been the best year of my life. In my mind, every year builds upon the last. So short… Read More
Travel Journal: February 2016
On January 27, 2016 we packed our bags and left Chiang Mai for the last time. Almost six months after arriving in the city, the scenes that flashed by on the way to the airport… Read More