Off-The-Beaten-Path

Are you searching for off-the-beaten-path travel destinations? I’ve explored some remote and unique places, and if you’re looking for adventure, these countries might just inspire your next trip!

Below are my most offbeat destination guides👇

Mauritania

The ultimate travel guide to visiting Mauritania.
Ten incredible reasons why Mauritania is worth visiting.
Heading to Nouakchott first? I recommend staying at Auberge Triskell.
Everything you need to know to ride the Iron Ore Train in Mauritania
Visit an ancient and almost forgotten city: Chinguetti
Ever wanted to visit a desert oasis? Guide to visiting Terjit Oasis
Want to stay the night in Terjit? I recommend staying at Camp Chez Jemal.
If you’re ready for the adventure, here’s my 5-day in Mauritania budget itinerary
I felt safe in Mauritania; here’s my travel advice for safety in Mauritania.

Sierra Leone

Literally, everything you want to know about visiting Sierra Leone is in this travel guide.
I think Sierra Leone is a great country, so here are 10 Reasons why!
Navigating from the airport to Freetown is challenging. Here’s how to do it.
Everything I know about money and tip customs.
A quick list of the best 10 Things To Do In Salone.
No visit to Sierra Leone is complete without a visit to the Banana Islands.
I stayed the night on the island; here’s my Review of Dalton’s Banana Guesthouse.
Support the local wildlife and visit Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
Want to know more about the foundation? Read about my favourite Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
I recommend staying at the Eco Lodge at Tacugama Chimpanzee to complete the experience.

Colombia

Discover all the reasons I think Colombia is worth visiting.
One of my favourite colonial cities is Cartagena – here’s the good and bad.
If you’re ready to explore, here’s my Cartagena 4-day itinerary.
The Salt Cathedral near Bogota is impressive; here’s how to visit.
The most offbeat hike in Colombia! Learn everything about the El Cocuy National Park hike.
Hidden in the hills, Villa de Leyva is quaint, cute and picturesque: here are 17 incredible things to do.
Want to plan your trip? I’ve written a 3-day itinerary in Villa de Leyva.

Senegal

West/ North Africa

Italy – The Hidden Gems!

Some of my favourite memories include my adventure riding the Iron Ore Train through the vast deserts of Mauritania, a two-month road trip along the West African coast (in a tuk-tuk), and an 8-week journey to less-visited spots in northern Italy.

I’ve also backpacked through South America, from the southernmost tip in Ushuaia to spending months immersing myself in Colombia. Which was another amazing experience.

Travelling and living in Indonesia was another gem. Even in Bali, I visited lesser-visited spots while on a road trip around the island! Outside of Bali, I loved North Sumatra, especially Bukit Lawang.