Follow my adventures with my clients to Nepal, Bhutan, Antarctica, South America, Bali and beyond.

Graceful Bhutanese Cranes

My final few days in Bhutan have been full of rich in diversity, from temples, to protected species, to nuns, local schools and pony rides! Our day in Thimphu began with a gentle 1.5-hour hike to the Wangditse Temple, winding through serene pine forests that opened up to spectacular panoramic views of Thimphu. The city sprawled out below, with prayer [….]

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Views from Chelela Pass

My adventure through Bhutan has been remarkable so far. From the moment we left Paro, I felt the landscape shift around us—rolling hills gave way to dramatic cliffs and dense, pristine forests that seemed almost untouched by time. And so began my journey to the Haa Valley, a small, secluded district in Bhutan that holds a wealth of cultural heritage [….]

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Bhutan’s Resilient Spirit

I am in Bhutan! Bhutan holds a special place in my heart as a beacon of peace and happiness. I love how this little country focuses on the well-being of its people through Gross National Happiness, especially in a world where so many places face turmoil. Bhutan’s dedication to preserving its culture, environment, and values makes it feel timeless—a place [….]

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Beautiful Sankeien Gardens

To wrap up this truly immersive tour of Japan, we visited the beautiful Sankeien Gardens. Sankeien is a spacious Japanese garden created by Sankei (born as Tomitaro) Hara, a successful Yokohama businessman who built a fortune through the trading of silk and raw silk from the end of the Meiji Era to the Taisho Era. The garden is approximately 175,000 [….]

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Hakone Nature Trails

A few days into our Private Tour of Japan, our small group left the big crowded vibrant city of Tokyo and headed to the nature trails on Hakone. Here we enjoyed immersing ourselves in nature and taking in the essence of Japan while walking the Sukumogawa Nature Trail and Old Tokaido Highway Motohakone. These are easy and scenic walks for [….]

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Views of Mount Fuji

We are in Tokyo! In preparation for a brand new Small Group tour coming October 2025, I have embarked on a short but jam packed trip to Japan. This has tour has been in demand from our adventure travel community for a long time now and while I have not launched it online as yet, I am excited to share an exclusive [….]

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Escape The Tourist Crowds

Wow! What can I say that sums up our final few days in Bali. It was truly and indulgent yet adventurous trip for us all. I have to say, one of my favourite ways to travel, is to find places where you can escape the tourist crowds and immerse yourself in an authentic experience. From Kintamani and Ubud, to Tying [….]

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Bike ride to Ubud

We are having a fantastic time here in Bali. We thought the first few days of our All Women’s Bali Indulgence Tour were amazing, but it has just kept on getting better and better! Our 3 days in Ubud were both active and relaxing. Out first morning we took an exciting downhill cycle from Kintamani to Ubud. The ride was [….]

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Relaxation spiced with adventure!

We have only been on our Lyn Taylor Adventure All Women’s Bali Indulgence Tour for 3 days and already we feel as though we have been here a full week we are so relaxed! Our days in Sanur have revolved around bike rides, early morning yoga classes, long walks along the beach, and spa treatments. When you arrive on the [….]

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Pack Light and Travel in Style

Travelling can be both exhilarating and stressful, especially when it comes to deciding what to pack. Many women find this aspect of travel particularly challenging. With years of experience hopping on and off planes, I’ve perfected my travel essentials to ensure comfort and style. Here are my ‘go-to’ essentials: Clothing •Comfort First: opt for loose-fitting clothes to avoid discomfort during [….]

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Saraswati School 2022

Our visit to Sarawati School in November was a great success. We had help from Lyn Taylor’s Adventure Travel clients to take over 50kgs of school equipment. We took altogether play equipment, ipads, and clothing to the school. The continued support of Lindfield East Public School helped fund pave the playground of Saraswati Primary School. All things considered, our 2022 [….]

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