Monday 27th June 2016 – I took the bus to Chachapoyas. This wouldn’t be of any note – I take the bus everywhere, and it’s probably one of my less original ways to start an entry – but for three reasons. One – I don’t think I mentioned last time…
Wednesday 08th June 2016 – It was a surprise to see Francois again – he just turned up at the hostel. When we’d tipped Willie, we’d been so tired that we’d mixed up who’d paid what, and I’d ended up paying all of it. I hadn’t even realised, but Francois…
Ok, ok the blog is getting a bit behind. Unusual, I know for me to be so lacking in punctuality, but unfortunately it’s going to take a bit to get back on track again. You see, I’ve found myself some rather incredibly cheap flight to the Galapagos islands (which is…
Sorry. It’s taken a while since the last post. Peruvian ruins and treks have been taking up valuable time, and let’s be honest – they were far more interesting than the prospect of updating you on said adventures. Time to get back on track though – or at least back…
Friday 29th April 2016 – I lied. I’m sorry. I retract the statement. Remember when I declared Pucón the most touristy of little Chilean tourist towns? Well, it’s not. That honour, without a shadow of a doubt, belongs to San Pedro de Atacama. Before I talk too much about it…
Saturday 23rd April 2016 – The cloud of drizzle that had loomed over Valparaiso during my time there, followed me up the coast to La Serena. It merged with the sea, a mysterious white blanket of mist and water breaking over the jagged coastal rocks. It certainly didn’t feel like…
Here you will find the (hopefully) up to date adventures of the incredibly handsome pioneering explorer, Doug. As modest as he is wise, as awesome as he is brave, Doug will endeavor to recite the tales of his travels with utmost accuracy. No embellishment whatsoever.