iPhone photography - Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Using Your iPhone For Travel Photography

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Picture the scene. I'm in the Colombian jungle, in the Tayrona National Park, the weather is hot and sticky, and the clouds have rolled in. The group I am travelling with are about to set off on a one hour hike to get to our camp, and spend…
Simon skiing in Mayrhofen & the Zillertal Valley

Skiing In The Zillertal – Exploring Mayrhofen, Austria

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There's a certain je ne sais quoi when it comes to skiing in Austria. Compared to the intensive French and Swiss resorts, Austria is just very....laid back, local...and authentic. Well, that's what I was thinking when a baby calf was licking…
Simon Heyes - skiing in Germany on the Zugspitze

Cheap Skiing In Germany: The Zugspitze

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I've visited Munich several times over the last few years, mainly for work. I saw a lot of the airport, hotels, a few bars, and our old Munich office. So when I saw BA Reward Flights to Munich over New Year, I decided it was time to see the…
Simon Heyes - Surfing, New Zealand

9 Of The Best Surf Spots In New Zealand

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I've been visiting Cornwall every year since I was nine years old. Perranporth (around 7 miles South of Newquay) is my place of choice. It is a brilliant location, with over three miles of open sandy beach, and still somewhere I visit with other…
A picture at high altitide in the Peruvian Andes mountains

8 Tips To Prevent Altitude Sickness In South America

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Altitude sickness is something a lot of travellers worry about before setting off on their round the world adventures. Not me. I never get ill. I've had one sick day in my working life (9 years) and wouldn't have expected anything less…
Multi-bird roast - Three bird roast

Cooking A Multi-Bird Roast – The Ultimate Christmas Dinner

Every year since we finished University, myself and a group of friends would take it in turns to cook Christmas dinner. At first it started off as a simple three course meal, but over time the annual lads Christmas dinner has become increasingly…
Veg stall - Real Food Market, London

Exploring London’s Real Food Market

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Every now and again it's nice to take a break from the norm and explore new tastes. This is especially applicable to me and food. Last week I discovered the Real Food Market located at London's South Bank Centre Square, and ventured there last…
Things You Need to know before visiting China - Adventure Bagging

29 Things You Need To Know Before Visiting China

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1. There are virtually no signs in English, which makes getting around very difficult. 2. Many Chinese students speak and understand English, so don't be shy - say hello and they will happily chat to you! 3. You'll get stared at. A lot.…
Bar Boulud London - Frenchie Burger

The LUXE Is No More – Long Live Smiths At Spitalfields

The fab team at Smiths invited me along for the launch of Smiths at Spitalfields. As well as Gin and Jazz, we were treated to canapes, beer and gin cocktails. Here are a few photos from the night :) Smith Spitalfields Best of…
Bar Boulud London - Frenchie Burger

Bar Boulud Review – Best Burger In London?

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Two weeks ago, I found out via. Twitter that it was National Burger Day on August 27th. I didn't waste any time and hopped straight over to Google to research the best place to go to get the best burger in London. Google was awash with…