A road trip in California is not complete without a visit to Yosemite, one of the most beautiful National Parks of the USA and a World Heritage Site. Located on the slopes of Sierra Nevada, Yosemite is massive and multiple visits are needed to properly experience it. And for those with time constraints, 3 days in Yosemite is the perfect introduction to the Park! Yosemite is simply spectacular. There’s no other…
It’s no secret that New Zealand is a stunning place to visit and one of our favourite destinations for a road trip. Ever! During the 3 weeks we spent in the South Island, we found ourselves in a remote part of the West Coast looking to drive from Glacier Country to Queenstown. This was after two days exploring New Zealand’s famous glaciers. The route from Glacier Country to Queenstown is…
Are you looking to stay local and experience the authentic Cuba? Then casas particulares are definitely worth checking out. Throughout our trip, casas particulares were our lodging of choice and something we highly recommend for those looking to travel independently in Cuba. Let us tell you all about casas particulares, what they are, how to find and book one, costs, recommendations and other tips! What is a casa particular Casa particular translates directly…
After the first couple days in Cairo, our trip in Egypt continued south to Aswan. Our goal for the stay in this region was to explore the sights of southern Egypt, including Abu Simbel. This journey ended up being a remarkable 12h sleeper train ride, something we had never done before! Abu Simbel is the location of two incredible rock cut temples created during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II (13th century BC), in his…
Do you want to travel independently in Cuba? There’s nothing better than a road trip and that’s exactly what we did! Driving in Cuba gives you maximum flexibility both in schedule and destinations you are able to reach. And trust us when we say this is the best way to experience this highly sought-after Caribbean Island. Get ready for an adventure! Before our trip, we searched the depths of the…
