Author: Josie Pena

Everybody loves to travel. In fact, as humans it’s one of our favourite pastimes. They say travel broadens the mind and enriches the soul. It’s a great way to open yourself up to new experiences. You can get a taste of new cultures, distant lands and incredible histories. If you’re a frequent traveller, you’ll already…

From the day I met Natalia Cohen at the required yachting STCW 95 qualification training we were doing in Cape Town; I was inspired by her spirit and sense of adventure. Natalia has seen and experienced so many different parts of the world and her passion for travel is contagious. We met almost four years…

Italy is famous for a number of fantastic reasons: its deep cultural heritage, the stunning Coliseum in Rome, the Leaning Tower of Pisa; the warm, Mediterranean climate and the romantic language. However, there is one thing that defines the country more than all of these: food. Italy is the spiritual home to every foodie on…

For me, one of the most enjoyable road trip destinations is Italy. From the rustic rolling hills of Tuscany all the way to the chic Amalfi Coast in the South, it’s a paradise for travellers who like to explore a country from behind the wheel. What’s more, because a lot of the must-see cities in…

So I may or may not be counting down the weeks until my trip to Bali. OK I admit it – I really can’t wait! As winter creeps into the Cape, the thought of doing yoga on a Balinese beach, snorkelling in warm water and being sun-kissed warms me up more than a hot cup…

You don’t always have to go the usual summer destinations to enjoy a wonderful summer; Britain has a lot to offer. Who needs the Mediterranean when you have Cornwall? Britain has its own unique beauty in the summer time. And yes, the rain is occasionally a part of that but it wouldn’t be a British…

Traveling across America holds a whole host of opportunities. But, when it comes to LA, you know that you are in for a treat. Los Angeles is the home of glitz, glamour and all things outrageous. After all, it’s the home of Hollywood! If you want to rub shoulders with those crème de la crème…

You may prefer globe-trotting alone but it can be a lonely life, even though you get to meet more people on your travels than most people meet in their lifetime back home. Sometimes you may wish your mates would get some time off work, pack a bag and head off into the sunset with you….