Author: Jo Hyun

The surreal landscapes of Valle de Cocora (“Cocora Valley”) lie at the heart of Colombia’s zona cafetera (the “coffee axis”). The area is a UNESCO World Heritage site. During our time living in Colombia learning how to dance Colombian salsa, … Read More

The gorgeous city of Salento Colombia is a town on the coffee axis in the Quindío department. It’s famous for its small-town charm, coffee farms, colorful colonial houses, and the natural wonder of the Cocora Valley. We had been living … Read More

The most beautiful attractions to see in Death Valley, from sand dunes to craters; from salt flats to snow-capped mountains.… Read More

All the best hiking trails in Petra, Jordan – including one trail outside Petra that most people don’t even know exists.… Read More

The ultimate guide for visiting Petra – With or without a tour. Including what to see, places to stay, and how to get to Petra.… Read More

What to wear in Egypt as a woman traveller. A complete packing guide to visiting all of Egypt’s most beautiful landmarks while respecting the local culture and feeling comfortable. Some posts on this site contain affiliate links, meaning if you … Read More

The Dead Sea is one of the biggest attractions in Israel and the West Bank and the place I was most looking forward to when we decided to add Israel / Palestine to our travel plans. During our time here, … Read More

Egypt is safe for women – if you’re prepared. Here’s everything we learned from three months of living in different parts of Egypt. … Read More

Our guide on how to get the most out of Luxor in just a few days… Read More