As much as I try to dance around it, there’s one word that’s able to sum up the desolate, snowy landscapes of Iceland in December: magical. There’s something surreal about being in a place which has no bright lights or big buildings for as far as the eye can see. There’s not much manmade objects … Continue reading
So, see ya 2014. I’ve just come back from taking my boyfriend to the airport so he can return to the States, and now the last whirlwind of the year – including Barcelona, Iceland and Christmas in the space of about 2 weeks – seems to be dying down. I’m very ready to end 2014, … Continue reading
Let me tell you about a girl. Soon, she’s going to jet off to New Zealand, leaving England for who knows how long. She’s excited and she’s had a couple of scared moments. It’s all new and exciting, something she’s never done before. She doesn’t have many plans for when she’s out there, but she’s … Continue reading
It’s going down. It’s about to get real competitive here, guys. It’s time. USA vs Canada… which is more attractive? Ding ding! …Ok, so I don’t really like plotting countries against each other in some weird old school boxing match scenario. Each country is amazing in its own unique way (aw). Having spent some time … Continue reading
I don’t think I’ve mentioned it (ha), but I lived in Australia – Melbourne, to be precise – in 2012 for 6 months. I had originally fallen in love with the country in 2009 when my sister lived in Sydney and my dad and I went to visit her. Both times, I travelled around this … Continue reading
Going back to a place you’ve been before can often be difficult. It can also be amazing. You’re reminded of memories, the good and the bad. University is a big part of a lot of young peoples’ lives. For me, it was the period of my life I had been looking forward to for as … Continue reading
As you may know, I recently went on a trip starting in Vancouver, Canada, travelling down to San Francisco, USA. We covered a lot, from ziplining on Grouse Mountain to perilous (kind of) hikes to waterfalls in Oregon and skydiving in California. We even saw a couple of Orcas on the way… There’s a lot … Continue reading
Ok, so here’s the deal. I’ve been wanting to do a playlist post for a while now relating to what I’ve listened to on some of my travels. Obviously, like most people, I love music, and I think it’s a great way to get to know someone. I listen to it, and I’ve played it … Continue reading
“It’s like riding a bike”, they say. It’s a common phrase, one I’m sure we’ve all heard and perhaps used. But until recently, I never really criticised the message behind it. Let me explain. When I was younger, my dad and I would go for bike rides around our local park. All was well, but … Continue reading
Every time I think about it, I get excited again. Oneonta Gorge is in the Columbia River Gorge, a National Scenic Area in Oregon, stretching over 80 miles and 4000 feet deep. A place like this has many little nooks and crannies to explore, and Oneonta Gorge was The One I had my eye on … Continue reading
Kirst over the World 