December 29, 2016
In case you missed it 2016 has been a pretty epic year for Expat Getaways. Check out our Top 10 of 2016! But life isn’t all sunshine and rainbows especially when travelling. Like most people, our Instagram feed is the highlight reel. So here’s what you didn’t see… 1. Jess’s allergic reaction… A mystery insect bite in the Cambodian…
December 28, 2016
As we move into December you start to reflect on the year that was. Looking back I can confidently say it was nothing short of EPIC! Especially coming off the back of a fairly turbulent 2014 and 2015. In short… Hong Kong, Cambodia, Indonesia, India, Philippines, Italy, Malta, Spain, Portugal, The Netherlands, Malaysia, Dubai, Vietnam and four trips home to…
December 22, 2016
Bangkok is a popular stopover for many tourists visiting Thailand and is the gateway to South East Asia. In fact, it was the first place I ever travelled to as a naïve teenager fresh out of high school! It can be overwhelming for the first time traveller and many leave remembering only the heat, chaotic traffic and questionable smells as…
December 16, 2016
It is no secret that I love to scuba dive. I got my first taste on an introductory scuba dive on the GBR and learnt to dive not long after. 11 years and 250+ dives later and I can definitely say that nothing quite compares to the Great Barrier Reef. For many avid divers the Great Barrier Reef will be…
December 10, 2016
When I think of China I think of big cities, pollution and chaos. The Guangxi province was the complete antidote to all that. Stunning rivers running through limestone karsts, rice-terraced mountains shrouded in mist and a lively city scene. Our Itinerary Day 1: Arrive Guilin, transfer to Yangshuo, Impressions of Light Show Day 2: Explore the countryside by bike…
December 4, 2016
So you’ve made the decision, you want to learn to Scuba dive. CONGRATULATIONS! Now you just need to decide where… Thailand, Bali, Red Sea or maybe the Caribbean? There are loads of options out there but the Great Barrier Reef tops my list every time. Firstly, if you have never dived before and don’t have much experience snorkeling I’d recommend…