by Jacintha Verdegaal | Dec 2, 2016 | City trip, New York, North America, Places to stay, USA
It’s not every day that I sleep in a hotel where celebrities like Lenny Kravitz and famous fashion bloggers were staying that same week. And where people like Leonardo DiCaprio and Alexa Chung attended the launch party a year ago. It may sound a bit...
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Nov 14, 2016 | Photography
When I think about what to bring on a trip, I always start with my camera gear and electronics. Not shoes, not whether I should bring a coat, not what books I want to read… No, it’s the geeky stuff that’s on top of my list. I’m a firm believer...
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Nov 4, 2016 | Bolivia, Nature & Wildlife, South America
I kick out my rubber boot and see what’s causing the enormous pain slowly crawling out. A giant hairy spider. If this had been a documentary on National Geographic this would be the moment I would switch to a different channel. But I’m...
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Oct 17, 2016 | Europe, Food & Drink, London, United Kingdom
It all started with a picture of pancakes. It helps that my friend Giulia – who took the picture – is also a talented food photographer, but I also trust her judgement. (Would you question an Italian when it comes to food?) So if she says the pancakes...
by Jacintha Verdegaal | Oct 13, 2016 | Bolivia, Nature & Wildlife, South America, Travel experiences
There’s more to Bolivia’s Uyuni than the salt flats. True, standing on those bright, white grounds with clear blue skies is one of those experiences you’ll never forget. But if you limit your visit to Uyuni to ‘just’ the salt...