Mooch

Follow me around the globe from the mountains in San José del Pacifico to the jungles in Costa Rica, and anywhere in between. Mooching is always that little bit more magical when you have a smidge of direction.

If you’re in Bali and looking for some more wholesome activities, away from the hardcore instagram spots and beach clubs of Canggu and Seminyak, Ubud is your place to go. No hate to the beach club insta girlies - if I had the patience to sit in the sun all...
Nusa Penida, the home of the iconic Kelingking viewpoint. You've seen it online, you've seen it on Instagram, but you have no idea how on earth to get there. Don't worry, I hear your calls in the faint distance. I got you. Here's my quick guide on the who, what,...
Puerto escondido sunset
Craving sun, surf and sunsets? Then Puerto Escondido, Mexico, should be your next port of call. And of course, I have the best 10 ways to make the of your time there....
San jose del pacifico sunset
Before I went to Mexico, I pictured beautiful beaches, colourful towns and lots (and lots… and lots) of ruins. And, of course, I saw all of those. What I didn’t expect was a quaint town in the mountains surrounded by breathtaking views, unmissable sunsets, and most importantly, spending the night...
Oaxaca city festival
After the crowded streets of Mexico City that can sometimes feel all crazy and little culture, Oaxaca City is simply a treat. Driving into the city was perhaps what I expected it to feel like the first time I came into Mexico; beautiful, coloured buildings, cobbled streets and an abundance...
Mexico city museum
La ciudad de México. The perfect first stop in Mexico. A transport hub in which abundance of flights and buses arrive every day, from all over the world. What better place to begin your backpacking journey through Mexico? But, where on earth do you start in such a huge city?...
Tortugas de pacuare
Amongst a boatload of volunteer programmes that you can find around the world, it can be difficult to decide whether or not to get involved. Is it a challenge that you’re up for? Is it worth the money that you’ll have to fork out? And most importantly, does the programme...
Girona landscape pic
Whether you're day-tripping to Girona from a nearby city like Barcelona, or it's a stop when you’re passing through on your travels, here is a guide on what to do and what to see if you only have a day...
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Maisie Yerkess

Come and travel with me – I assure you there’s good food along the way.

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