This story follows on from part one, obviously. It does say part two in the title. So if you haven’t read part one, you should probably read that first. Or don’t. It’s probably not life or death… A Temple & an Island On the way back from Metro last time…
It’s been a while, and I’m far behind. For some reason, when I’m in one place, it’s harder to see the stories that might be interesting. When I’m talking about where I live, it’s difficult to discern the mundane from the cool. In China it’s no exception. I walk around…
I signed up to the school trip. It was a surprisingly difficult decision. On the one hand I had the opportunity to go to Xi’an – one of the ancient capitals of China – famed around the world for the Terracotta Warriors, a giant army of sculptures buried thousands of…
I know, I’m a bit late on this one. It has been nigh on 18 months since I arrived back in the UK from my great South American sojourn, but after writing about it the whole time I was there, and a little when I got back, I never really…
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…
Monday 21st March 2016 – The drive to Pampa Linda, like everywhere we had been in the area, featured some amazing scenery. Weird rock formations, serene lakes, craggy mountain tops and more. The drive wasn’t what we’d come this far into the national park for though. It was our forthcoming…
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.