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Phu Quoc We headed south to Phu Quoc from Hanoi. We were hoping for some proper sunshine here and cleaner air. Compared to Hanoi’s 25 degrees muggy heat and smog, we were expecting a sunny 30 degrees in Phu Quoc. Phú Quốc is an island off the coast of Cambodia in the Gulf of Thailand….
Cat Ba- Vietnam Cat Ba Island is the largest island in the archipelago of over 300 islands. The lush scenery offers a mix of natural wonders, sporty activities; such as hiking, climbing, kayaking, and local culture. We found 3 days enough time to explore, especially when we hired two wheels. How we got to Cat…
Puerto Morelos Puerto Morelos is a port town on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatán Peninsula. It’s between Cancun and Playa del Carmen at the start of the Riviera Maya. Puerto Morelos has kept its charming, original fishing village soul for now. You won’t find any big chain restaurants or bars here, just quaint roadside…
Isla Mujeres (Island of women) Isla Mujeres – island of women, was dedicated to Ixchel, the Mayan goddess of the Moon, love, happiness and fertility. Mujeres is the Spanish for Women. The island was fondly named ‘island of women’ in 1517 by Francisco Fernandez de Cordoba. He found the island and saw the sanctuary with…
Cancun – Christmas Special Tis the season to be jolly! We headed into sunny Mexico for a Cancun Christmas special. It was a welcome transition after rainy Medellín! A time to enjoy some beach fun again. Tis the season to be jolly during a Cancun Christmas! First of all Merry Christmas everyone, from sunny Cancun!…
Taganga – picturesque Caribbean bay Before we went to Palomino, we had taken a day trip from Santa Marta to Taganga and liked the chilled vibe so much, we decided to go and stay for a couple of weeks over my (Miko’s) birthday. Taganga has a relaxed Carribbean feel. It is a traditional, “sleepy” fishing…
