Adventures
Adventures on this site cover the active, outdoor, and off-the-beaten-path experiences I’ve sought out while traveling across 135 countries. From hiking volcanic ridgelines to tracking wildlife at dawn, I test these experiences myself before writing about them, noting safety, guiding quality, and whether the adrenaline matches the price tag. As a diver, I’m especially drawn to adventures that combine land and sea. This category brings together everything from cruises and flights to diving and festivals under one adventurous umbrella. Represent an adventure or tour operator? See how I review or work with me.

Reef-Safe Sunscreen for Divers: What the Label Means, Where It’s Law, and What to Pack
Short answer: “reef-safe” has no legal definition anywhere in the world, so read the back of the tube, not the front. Avoid oxybenzone and octinoxate

The 12 Best Restaurants in Lovina: Where to Eat on Bali’s Quiet North Coast
Lovina’s food scene is small but far better than its reputation: one serious tasting menu, two beach clubs, proper pizza, German sausages, Vietnamese herbs, vegan bowls and fish straight off the jukung boats. Twelve tables worth your evenings on Bali’s north coast — plus where to stay.






















