Traditional Dishes From The Philippines

The Philippines is known for its various historical landmarks and a host of scenic tourist spots that make it so enticing for both locals and tourists alike. Apart from these mesmerizing sights, every visitor often talks about the sumptuous food served in restaurants or even in ordinary “bahay kubos” (huts) just around town. Get a Read more about Traditional Dishes From The Philippines[…]

Backpacking Nowhere: Another Injury, Staying At Home Again

Backpacking Nowhere: Another Injury, Staying At Home Again

“Roses in the hospital” – Richey James Edwards. People usually ask me what the best advice ever is, from my backpacking stints. I usually replied with “don’t trust anyone you meet. People lie to you. People can be nasty”. But now, having visited 200 countries and over 1,200 settlements, my main advice is… “Never ever Read more about Backpacking Nowhere: Another Injury, Staying At Home Again[…]

Backpacking in Grenada: Top 8 Sights in Grand Anse

“Alone on the beach, on my own out of reach and you just passed me by”- Noel Gallagher. When backpacking in Grenada, I stayed at the Sea Breeze Hotel in Grand Anse, on the west coast of the island. This was a superb base from which to backpack the sights, enjoy some spice and nightlife Read more about Backpacking in Grenada: Top 8 Sights in Grand Anse[…]

Friday's Featured Food: The Office Themed Night In - Every Episode And Food To Match

Friday’s Featured Food: Organising A “The Office Themed Night In” – Watch Every Episode, Related Food And Drink

“So what becomes of you, my love?” – The Stereophonics. While studying at Bournemouth University, me and a few university mates were addicted to the pure fire humour of BBC sitcom/documentary called “The Office“. I find it absolutely hilarious – if you have never watched it – give it a try – and the UK Read more about Friday’s Featured Food: Organising A “The Office Themed Night In” – Watch Every Episode, Related Food And Drink[…]

15 Years Of Don't Stop Living: Every Blog Post 2007 - 2022!!

15 Years Of Don’t Stop Living: Every Blog Post 2007 – 2022!!

“God damn right – it’s a beautiful day” – The Eels. Well that crept up fast. FIFTEEN FUCKING YEARS passed you and I nonchalantly by, for better or worse. “And on the streets tonight, an old man prays with newspaper cuttings of his glory days” – Nick Wire. (“And on the streets tonight, an old Read more about 15 Years Of Don’t Stop Living: Every Blog Post 2007 – 2022!![…]

Backpacking in the Netherlands: Top Places To Visit

Summer is just around the corner, and everybody is getting ready to plan their summer holidays. While many are planning their stays in tropical resorts, others enjoy the serene, pastoral landscapes that countries like the Netherlands have to offer. As a matter of fact, the Netherlands has a little bit of everything: beaches, rivers, islands, Read more about Backpacking in the Netherlands: Top Places To Visit[…]

My Latest Book: I Went To Gdańsk With Somebody – How A Northern Irishman Ended Up In Poland

“I want to dance with somebody” – Whitney Houston. I am proud to announce that my latest book, I Went To Gdańsk With Somebody is now on sale!! Following my “Backpacking Centurion” series, this next book, “I Went To Gdańsk With Somebody”, is the story of how I ended up in Poland. My “Backpacking Centurion” Read more about My Latest Book: I Went To Gdańsk With Somebody – How A Northern Irishman Ended Up In Poland[…]