Thirsty Thursdays: Coconut Tea With Nomadic Matt in the Chocolate Bar, New York City, USA

Posted on October 23, 2014May 24, 2016 by Jonny Blair

As travel bloggers go, there is one name that everyone knows – Matt Kepnes, known globally as Nomadic Matt through his popular, informative and extensive website Nomadic Matt.com . I’ve been in touch with Matt for a couple of years online and I’ve always loved his writing, his consistency and his outlook on life. I Read more about Thirsty Thursdays: Coconut Tea With Nomadic Matt in the Chocolate Bar, New York City, USA[…]

Staying in Daytona Beach, USA on the Cheap

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Jonny Blair

Florida vacations are fun for the whole family. With warm weather waiting year round, there’s no bad reason to visit the Sunshine State. One of the best destinations for those looking to get the most out of their vacation is Daytona Beach in Florida, USA. With affordable resorts and hotels that are near many great Read more about Staying in Daytona Beach, USA on the Cheap[…]

Backpacking in Northern Ireland🔴✋️☘️: Staying in the Bushmills Hostel, North Coast

Posted on October 22, 2014October 17, 2024 by Jonny Blair

My backpacking in Northern Ireland adventures continued as I toured the North Coast of my home country on what is my longest stint in Europe for over 5 years. After staying in the Whitepark Bay Hostel near Ballintoy, I headed on a bus back to Bushmills to spend a night here. I chose the only Read more about Backpacking in Northern Ireland🔴✋️☘️: Staying in the Bushmills Hostel, North Coast[…]

Walking Tour of San Jose, Costa Rica🇨🇷: Top 10 Sights

Posted on October 21, 2014October 17, 2024 by Jonny Blair

While backpacking in Costa Rica recently you might have read how I stayed in the inspiring Hemingway Inn in the Barrio Amon in San Jose. During my stay, not only did I meet traveller and author Deacon Blake, but I also met Michael Miller, who has written a guidebook on exploring the real San Jose. Read more about Walking Tour of San Jose, Costa Rica🇨🇷: Top 10 Sights[…]

30 Year Reunion: School Tour of Kilmaine Primary School, Bangor, Northern Ireland

Posted on October 21, 2014October 21, 2014 by Jonny Blair

A calm Northern Irish wind reared its obvious head as I made the walk down to school. I hadn’t done my homework, my handwriting left a lot to be desired but I was on time, I had a grey shirt and school tie on and I was buzzing. I wasn’t a pupil any more however. Read more about 30 Year Reunion: School Tour of Kilmaine Primary School, Bangor, Northern Ireland[…]

World Travellers: Marissa from Mad Travel Diaries

Posted on October 20, 2014October 14, 2014 by Jonny Blair

My latest World Travellers interview is with Marissa from Mad Travel Diaries. I love interviewing a diverse range of people in this group, and Marissa is our first from Trinidad and Tobago to feature, a country I myself visited briefly back in 2011. Who are you? My name is Marissa and I grew up in Read more about World Travellers: Marissa from Mad Travel Diaries[…]

A Night of Relaxation at Southern Europes Largest Spa: Caldea, Escaldes Engordany, Andorra

Posted on October 20, 2014October 21, 2014 by Jonny Blair

I was recently feeling some travel burnout, perhaps a sign of years as a backpacker taking their toll, perhaps me getting older or maybe just the speed I was moving through Central America. It called for some chill out time. Then I arrived back in Europa – to Andorra and was inspired once again. I Read more about A Night of Relaxation at Southern Europes Largest Spa: Caldea, Escaldes Engordany, Andorra[…]

Staying in the World Famous Europa Hotel in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Posted on October 19, 2014April 13, 2024 by Jonny Blair

On my trip back to my homeland, backpacking in Northern Ireland in 2014, I lived out some childhood dreams as well as aiming to inspire everyone out there to visit Belfast and Northern Ireland. In my eyes, Belfast is the best city in “the UK” and is in the top 10 cities in the world. Read more about Staying in the World Famous Europa Hotel in Belfast, Northern Ireland[…]

The Ultimate Guide for a Charlotte Excursion, USA

Posted on October 18, 2014 by Jonny Blair

Charlotte provides an eclectic fusion of North Carolina’s beautiful scenery and up-and-coming city scene. Travellers of all types can find something to do here, whether it is a scenic drive or an uptown concert. Charlotte is a budget-friendly trip with regular free events and cheap accommodation. Find a Convenient Downtown Hotel Vacations cost money, so Read more about The Ultimate Guide for a Charlotte Excursion, USA[…]

Backpacking in Andorra: Top 10 Sights in Andorra La Vella (The Capital)

Posted on October 18, 2014October 21, 2014 by Jonny Blair

A sure fire recent shock for me was backpacking in Andorra. This is a country renowned for ski-ing, mountains and cold winters. I went there simply to experience life here as a backpacker rather than a ski-er or a luxury traveller. While there is definitely not a hardcore backpacking scene here, there is one hostel Read more about Backpacking in Andorra: Top 10 Sights in Andorra La Vella (The Capital)[…]