things to do in matsuyama

How to spend a day in Matsuyama

Matsuyama is the largest city on Shikoku and has a long and fascinating history. Here are my tips on the best way to spend a day exploring.

jasper dark sky festival

Under cover of darkness

This is the event where the real stars all are. At one of the darkest sky preserves in the world, explore our galaxy and what lays beyond.

things to do in tarragona

Tarragona’s different layers

Tarragona is a vibrant city with a modern flair – but you don’t have to look too hard to find its fascinating history.

soviet murals

Soviet murals in Osh

In the city of Osh, enormous murals created during the Soviet years cover the walls of buildings. But make sure you look closely.

mojave national preserve

Visiting Mojave National Preserve

If you’re driving between Las Vegas and Los Angeles, perhaps this is the perfect place to stop. Go hiking amongst Joshua Trees and climb sand dunes at the Mojave National Preserve.