I have always loved travelling and was fortunate to have been taken on some pretty epic family holidays growing up which inspired me to get out and see more of the world. The first chance I got, I moved to Australia where I spent a year working in a school, using every school holiday to travel that side of the world. After a ski season in Europe, I felt I still hadn’t got the travel bug out of my system so I returned for another year and also six months in New Zealand. I found myself back in the Northern Hemisphere, living the winters in the Swiss Alps and spending the summers travelling to Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Sri Lanka. Now living back in the UK I am forever planning my next adventure.
My most memorable trip
Fiji
My most memorable trip was when I island hopped around Fiji. I spent weeks visiting some of the most pristine beaches I have ever seen, staying with local families and eating some amazing food.
Best destination for families
Thailand
I think the best place for families has to be Thailand. I think it is a great learning experience for children, immersing them into different cultures and lifestyles. There are so many great activities you can do as a family such as tuk tuk street food tours and walking with elephants. Its an amazing place to make family memories.
See where I’ve travelled
New Zealand
"Celebrating my birthday in New Zealand by mountain biking, surfing and skiing all in one day"
Cambodia
"Discovering the lesser known temples in Cambodia such as Angkor Thom. Being practically the only people there was an amazing if not slightly eerie experience"
Great Barrier Reef
"Testing my nerves by jumping out of a plane at 15,000ft. One of the most amazing experiences and the views of the Great Barrier Reef were unlike any other"
Sri Lanka
"Hiking Little Adam’s peak in Sri Lanka for some of the best views I have ever seen"
My favourite trip
Sydney, Uluru and the Great Barrier Reef
My favourite trip is Sydney, Uluru and Great Barrier Reef. I am slightly biased but it includes one of the best cities in the world, amazing dining experiences under the stars with Uluru as a back drop and pristine beaches and the chance to spot marine wildlife unlike you’ve ever seen before.
My favourite hotel
Shinta Mani Wild
My favourite hotel has to be Shinta Mani Wild in Cambodia. Any hotel you can arrive via zip wire is a yes from me!
My top tips
If you visit Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, spend an extra night and venture further out to La Ha Bay. You will have a much more exclusive experience so you can fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty
In Sydney, venture further out of the city into the Eastern Suburbs to Rose Bay or Watsons Bay for one of the best views of Sydney Harbour
In New Zealand, take a helicopter to visit Milford Sound. You will have the most amazing birds eye view giving you a perspective not many will get to see
Venture away from the typical tourist routes and get off the beaten path. it often leads to the more memorable experiences
