I have such happy memories of my time in Costa Rica! I ziplined, hiked, drank tasty local coffee, listened to Reggae on the Caribbean side and spotted sloths, monkeys, toucans and more! It was the outdoorsy wonderland I hoped it’d be, and it’s one country that is firmly back on my list of places to revisit.

As an island addict and underwater photographer I’ve visited a lot of tropical destinations over the years and seen my fair share of beaches. Tough gig, I know, shame I burn like a tomato at the mention of sunshine though.

If you are planning a trip to Turks and Caicos here is a list of 5 things you need to know! I recently visited the largest city of Providenciales on Caicos Island and came home with information I wish I knew before planning a trip here.

It’s tough to think of a more beautiful corner of the world than the Philippines, with white sand beaches, bath-temperature water, and incredibly friendly locals.