How did it come to this? This is the question that goes over and over in my mind as I grip the sides of my bunk. My knuckles are white as the hum of the motor threatens my sanity. Our small, single-hulled boat savagely rolls from one side to the other as the force of … More Wild seas and pirates: 24 hours on the Indian Ocean
Our bus from Santiago winds its way past vineyards and farmland as we move through the rolling mountains, heading west towards the port city of Valparaiso. After a week in Santiago, I am overcome with excitement as I catch a glimpse of the Pacific. Minutes later, we pull over as the driver announces we have … More A Guide to the Street Art of Valparaiso
Living life out of a bag began again a little over a week ago. In the lead up to a trip, I always get over-excited only to come crashing back to earth when I arrive and remember that I don’t speak the language and have no idea where I am going. After a gruelling flight … More Chile: First Impressions
The last week has thrown up some great conditions. While the ocean has finally reached it cold, wintry potential, the days have been warmer and the sun has been shining. I almost found myself starting to like winter…almost. I’ve been experimenting with my camera settings of late and shooting in different modes. It has been … More A visual account of the week gone by
There is nothing quite like the feeling of anticipation that comes with planning a trip. By our standards, the winter here in the south has felt long this time around. It has been wet, windy and cold. For months, my friends and I have squeezed into our wetsuits and battled the dash across the numbingly cold sand only to quip and reflect on … More Escaping Winter’s Shackles
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