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Top Things to Do in El Paredon, Guatemala: A Slow Traveler's Guide
Uncover upcoming backpacking and surf destination El Paredon, Guatemala with this Slow Traveller's Guide.

Ilse
Jul 4, 20247 min read


Visit Papakōlea Beach on Hawaiʿi (the Big Island): One of Four Green Sand Beaches in the World
Papakōlea beach Hawaiʿi (the Big Island) is one of the green four sand beaches in the world. Read my guide with essential tips to visit!

Ilse
Jun 18, 20245 min read


Top Things to Do in Xela, Guatemala: A Slow Traveller's Guide
From Spanish language schools to traditional weaving classes and scenic hikes, this city is a must-see for travellers in Guatemala.

Ilse
May 23, 20246 min read


Solo Travelling Mexico as a Female: A Counter Narrative
What to make of contrasting experiences and narratives when travelling Mexico, or any other foreign country? Here is what it is really like

Ilse
Feb 20, 20247 min read


Hiking Volcan Santa Maria in Guatemala: A Guide with Personal Stories and Photos
The ultimate guide to hiking Volcan Santa Maria near Xela, Guatemala (either by yourself or with a guide)

Ilse
Jan 30, 20246 min read


Hiking Acatenango and Fuego Volcanoes in Guatemala: A Guide with Personal Stories
A guide to hiking Acatenango and Volcan Fuego (which actively erupts each hour, shooting lava) with essential tips and personal anecdotes

Ilse
Jan 23, 202410 min read


Hiking the Sliding Sands Trail on Haleakalā, Maui, Hawaiʻi by myself
My experience of doing the Haleakalā on Maui, Hawaiʻi by myself and why I would highly recommend it.

Ilse
Jan 22, 20245 min read


The Good and the Icky: An Honest Look at San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala’s Hippie Town
My experience of the good and the icky sides of San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala's Hippie Town. And how to travel ethically.

Ilse
Jan 17, 20249 min read


How to become better at receiving and giving?
Are you good at giving? Or do you sometimes feel so good at giving that it depletes you? And are you good at receiving? Or do you right...

Ilse
Dec 25, 20234 min read


Navigating Reverse Culture Shock: Understanding and Overcoming Post-Travel Depression (PTD)
Sharing my experiences, symptoms of and coping strategies to reverse culture shock and post-travel depression (PTD).

Ilse
Dec 3, 20236 min read


How do you introduce yourself and how to get to (really) know other people
Not everyone introduces themselves the same. Some first mention their profession, others first mention their family. What questions to ask?

Ilse
Oct 10, 20223 min read


Amber on the role of yoga, spirituality and philosophy in her life
I met Amber in my first week on Oʿahu, Hawaiʿi. She worked in the hostel where I was staying. I remembered her kindness and so when I was...

Ilse
Jul 5, 20223 min read
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