Tag Archives: Snorkelling

Swimming with Whale Sharks

Posted on July 24, 2019 by Bec

Have you ever ticked off a bucket list item without realising it was there in the first place? Back in 2014, Andy and I took an impromptu trip to Coral Bay in Western Australia after our original destination was on … Continue reading →

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The magic of Zanzibar, Tanzania

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Bec

Zanzibar was the only place I’d researched ahead of our East Africa trip. So needless to say I was beyond excited for the blinding turquoise blue water, traditional architecture and history of the old town. After our safari we flew … Continue reading →

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My top 8 blue water travel destinations

Posted on May 14, 2017 by Bec

Some people love mountains, others a quaint countryside. Some are fascinated by volcanoes or find ultimate paradise in the mist of a thundering waterfall. Me? I love blue water. Especially the kind you can snorkel in. Here are my top 8 … Continue reading →

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The cheap European beach paradise you’ve never heard of

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Bec

Anyone who has looked into spending time on a beach over the European summer has heard of the big names; Capri and Sorrento in Italy, Nice in France, the Greek Islands etc. But what if I told you there was … Continue reading →

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Swimming with sharks, stingrays and eels

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Bec

The title of this blog post could be a nightmare or a dream come true, depending on how you feel about ocean dwellers. While I don’t mind harmless sharks and stingrays, eels are nothing short of the devil’s work. As hideous as … Continue reading →

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Tulum: the ruins and the beach

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Bec

I had very high hopes for Tulum and if I’m completely honest, my very first impression when we got off the bus wasn’t the best. You see, people always tell you to go to less touristy Tulum instead of Cancun; … Continue reading →

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4 incredible cenotes around Tulum, Mexico

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Bec

A cenote is a natural limestone sinkhole and there are about 700 of them in varying sizes and shapes dotted around Tulum and the entire Yucatan Peninsula. I was beyond excited for Tulum having seen incredible photos of cenotes and … Continue reading →

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Paraty, Brazil 

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Bec

For people travelling to Brazil, the tiny costal town of Paraty is a must. Located on the Costa Verde (green cost) in Rio de Janeiro state, it’s got the perfect mix of beautiful beaches and islands as well as amazing … Continue reading →

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Cape Range National Park & Exmouth

Posted on October 4, 2014 by Bec

On our last full day in Exmouth we drove to Cape Range National Park for more snorkelling and sight seeing. Being horrifically sunburnt I tried my best to cover up, but I guess that doesn’t really work when you’re at … Continue reading →

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Coral Bay: day 1

Posted on October 2, 2014 by Bec

After arriving in Coral Bay we woke up on our first morning to this: Which is fortunate because I live in fear of overcast skies on beach holidays. A charming first world problem I know. We booked a three hour … Continue reading →

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