Taking a Sunset Cruise in Panama City Beach in 2024

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Florida is one of the best travel destinations in the United States. There’s a reason I visit time and time again. One activity you simply can’t miss is taking a sunset cruise in Panama City Beach. Picture the usual beach scene, but add a boat, a salty breeze, and the sun dipping low over the…

Kayak With Manatees at Crystal River: Ultimate Guide 2024

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Preparing your trip to Florida and want to know how to kayak with manatees in Crystal River? This guide is your go-to source for planning your adventure, providing you with all the essential details, tips, and insights to ensure your trip is seamless and memorable. Whether you’re a seasoned kayaker or a first-timer eager to…

Crystal River Swim With Manatees: Complete Guide 2024

Crystal River Florida Itinerary

If there was one experience I would recommend when visiting Florida, going on a Crystal River swim with manatees would definitely be high on the list. I went swimming with manatees in Crystal River, and that was the highlight of my trip, and I’m sure it will be yours too! That being said, there are…

Taking a Buenos Aires to Uruguay Day Trip in 2024

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Out of all the things to do in Argentina’s capital, taking a Buenos Aires to Uruguay day trip, especially to Colonia del Sacramento is one I could never recommend enough! Buenos Aires is a great city, but like most big cities it’s hectic and crowded. The hustle and bustle can be overwhelming. Personally, I needed…

Banff vs Jasper: Which is the Best in 2024?

Jasper vs Banff National Park Alberta Canada

“I paused to look at my watch, I wanted the hands to freeze, so I could stay in this moment for longer. I took a deep breath, the freshest mountain air I’ve tasted, it felt like I was on the top of the world” Do you think I was in Banff vs Jasper? You’ll find…

48 Hours in Prague: Best Things to Do in 2 Days in Prague

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Prague is a city that’s been high on my European wishlist for a while, and I finally had the opportunity to spend hours in Prague! The Czech capital is accessible from the UK on a budget airline, it isn’t too expensive, has a lot going on but is small enough that you can tick a…

10 Facts About Mayan Ruins You Probably Didn’t Know

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If you’re like me, you probably know little about the Maya and their history. I knew they were an advanced civilisation, and I knew they existed in Central America, but that’s more or less it. That is until a recent visit to Guatemala and Belize to see the Mayan Ruins for myself – And I…

Bungee Jumping Johannesburg at the Orlando Towers

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When I travelled to South Africa, I initially didn’t imagine joining a Bungee Jumping Johannesburg experience. But here I was, standing on top of the Orlando Towers in Johannesburg, waiting to jump. Considering doing the same? I was not scared on the way, but I did get nervous eventually. Here’s what I made of this…

Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting in Temecula, California

Horse Riding Wine Tasting Temecula

I found myself in Los Angeles ready to travel the Big Sur to San Francisco. With a couple of days to spare I got in touch with my friend and fellow Best Job in the World finalist Chanel, who invited me down to Temecula. But not just to visit, to go Horse Riding and Wine…

Swimming with Turtles in Barbados: Ultimate Guide for 2024

Swimming with Turtles Barbados - Intrepid Escape

A few years back, I was invited to the island of Barbados, to celebrate their 50 years of independence. I haven’t been since I was 17; let’s just say that’s a while ago and leave it at that! The purpose of the visit was to experience Barbados, write about it, and show you just what…

Taking the Drive from Calgary to Edmonton: Canada Road Trip

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I love the feeling of freedom you get on a road trip – The open road, a good road trip playlist, you can’t beat it. And experiencing all this on my drive from Calgary to Edmonton was exceptional. I’ll always try to travel overland on big trips, often travelling in to one airport and out…

Japanese Mario Kart in the Streets of Tokyo: 2024 Guide

Mario Kart Tokyo Japan - Intrepid Escape

If you haven’t already seen the videos online, you can dress up as Super Mario Kart characters and drive (legally) around the streets of Tokyo. This is the Japanese Mario Kart experience for you. You’ll be taking in lots of the sights and getting an adrenaline rush whilst you’re at it! I was in Japan…

Skiing in Sainte Foy Tarentaise: The Ultimate Guide

Skiing in Sainte Foy

There aren’t too many ski resorts in the French Alps that I haven’t come across before, having either been there myself of heard someone else talk about it. But Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is one of those, I hadn’t even heard the name mentioned. After some research I realised why, it’s widely referred to as the hidden gem…

The Best Fraser Island Driving Trip: Going Off Road With an 4×4

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Australia’s East Coast is a well trodden path for most backpackers, and Fraser Island is usually high on everyone’s list, because it’s considered the largest sand island in the world. If you plan to go off road with an 4×4, this is the guide you need, as that’s exactly what I did. Here, I’ll go…

Jurassic Coast & Dorset Coast Camping: 2024 Guide

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I’m lucky enough to live on the beautiful south coast of England, with places like the Jurassic Coast right on my doorstep. The British countryside never ceases to amaze me, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to stunning coastlines and varied landscapes. And for this reason, I decided to go and take a…

10 Best Things to Do in Northern France in 2024

Adventure activities North France - Intrepid Escape

Considering it’s on our doorstep, France, and specifically North France, is a little undiscovered for some of us Brits. So, when I started talking P&O Ferries about being a part of their new campaign, I was excited to explore what the North Coast has to offer. Naturally, I wanted something, or somewhere that offered some…

Hiking the Great Wall of China: The ultimate 3-day itinerary

Hiking the Great Wall of China - Intrepid Escape

They say you’ll remember the first time you see the Great Wall of China forever. Well they don’t, I just came up with that, but it’s true. Hiking the Great Wall of China has been on the list for a while, and I’ve always wanted to spend some time here, take more than just a…

P&O Norway Cruise to the Norwegian Fjords: Complete Guide

Exploring the Norwegian Fjords - Intrepid Escape

I’ve always wanted to visit Norway and finally got the chance, though not for a cruise. Instead, I explored the shore excursions, the “P&O Norway Cruise to the Norwegian Fjords” The Fjords aren’t exactly designed for road trips, just look at how many car ferries, winding mountain roads and bridges you need to cross. The…

Hiking the Path of the Gods Italy: Full Itinerary for 2024

Hiking the Path of Gods Italy - Intrepid Escape

When I first heard about the Path of the Gods Italy, a 130km hike (or walk) that connects Bologna to Florence my immediate thoughts were “I have to do it”! It even sounds epic, it’s a path of… GODS. I imagined grand views, huge mountain passes, and the kind of scenery found in this part…