Washed up ski bum and craft brewer who also runs a marketing consultancy. I love travel, and travel as much as I can (over 35 countries so far).
New Zealand: What is the weather like in New Zealand in June/July?
It's winter, so obviously it's not going to be hot and sunny. Having said that, there aren't many places in New Zealand that get really cold, it's more wind and rain you'll get unless you go up a mountain. As a local, I actually... See More
Scotland: Where to go with a 1.5 year old while in Scotland?
There are a fair few places in Edinburgh that are good for kids - definitely take a trip to Edinburgh Zoo for the penguins and the giant pandas. Our Dynamic Earth is also well worth a trip when in Edinburgh... See More
New Zealand: Aukland or Queenstown?
Three nights is not a long time to visit. I'm assuming you're flying into Auckland Airport, so bear in mind that you'll have to get to Queenstown and back in that time, and that flights don't go into Queenstown... See More
New Zealand: South Island w/ Car for 8 Days, Fishing/Camping Wanted
Check out the Queen Charlotte Track at the top of the South Island. It's about 70km end to end and runs through lush forest, coastal bays with a few hills and ridges thrown in. Not a difficult track. If you're into kayaking, it's a great... See More
Wharariki Beach: Where is the most remote beach you've ever gone to in the world?
So many places, but if I had to pick just one it would be Wharariki Beach in Golden Bay, New Zealand. A long sweep of golden sand, with high dunes, caves and views to small islands. At low tide you can walk... See More
Where are the Best Cities to Celebrate Christmas?
Lapland is awesome, although I went in February rather than at Christmas. We stayed in a log cabin at Sallatunturi which was really cool, right next to a small ski field, frozen lake for ice fishing and a reindeer park. Christmas... See More
New Zealand: Hotels or Campervan in New Zealand?
Campervans are a great way to see the best of New Zealand. There are quite a lot of people out and about in their RVs in both islands, especially in summer. The best brands to go for are Britz, Maui and Kea, and a range of sizes are available - from... See More
Edinburgh: What is your favorite capital city you've ever traveled to?
Edinburgh has some of the best architecture, great pubs and history (Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile, St.Giles Cathedral for example) and is easy to get around on foot or using public transport.... See More
Edinburgh: Edinburgh - Affordable hotels in the city center?
Try the Travelodge chain, there are a number around the city center. This time of year is peak season, so things will be expensive. August / September always expensive because of the Festival and Fringe. See More