Tom Harris
Americas & Adventure Travel Writer
Travel writer and photographer covering the Americas - from Caribbean coastlines to US national parks. Tom focuses on destination guides, road trips, and practical travel planning.
Tom has spent the last eight years exploring North, Central, and South America, with extended stays in Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and across the US mainland. His writing combines on-the-ground experience with actionable logistics - the kind of detail that saves you time and money on the road.
Areas of Expertise
- Caribbean and Central America travel (Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Mexico)
- US destinations, state parks, and island guides (Hawaii, Florida, Pacific Northwest)
- Canada road trips and outdoor adventure
- Travel budgeting, logistics, and itinerary building
Writing Approach
Tom writes destination guides built on real travel experience. Every recommendation comes from personal visits - he includes the practical details (costs, transport options, timing, crowd levels) that turn a rough idea into a workable trip plan.
Articles by Tom Harris (173)
Ireland Packing List: Layering, Footwear, and Seasonal Gear
Master your ireland packing list with layering tips, waterproof boots, Type G adapters, and day pack essentials, updated for 2026.
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Ireland on a Budget: Daily Costs, Transport and Timing
Traveling Ireland on a budget is doable at €75/day if you nail accommodation, timing, and the Leap Card's €6.00 daily transport cap.
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Things to Do in Waterford: City, Coast and Greenway
The best things to do in Waterford span Viking museums, a 46 km car-free trail, and cliff-top coastal drives. Here's how to plan it without rushing.
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Things to Do in Derry: Walls, Bogside and Beyond
Most things to do in Derry are free: walls, murals, Peace Bridge. Here's how to sequence a full day without wasting a step.
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Best Beaches in Ireland: Surf, Swim, and Skip the Crowds
From DART-accessible Dublin strands to Keem Bay's 4.5-hour drive, the best beaches in Ireland ranked by what you actually need from the day.
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Things to Do in Cobh: Ranked by What's Worth It
The best things to do in Cobh reward sequencing, not rushing - Spike Island sells out, the Titanic Experience runs timed entry, and the hills are real.
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Things to Do in Donegal: Cliffs, Parks and Headlands
The best things to do in Donegal span three zones - Slieve League's 601 m cliffs, Glenveagh's free park, Fanad's lighthouse. Plan by zone, not by list.
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Newgrange Visitor Guide: Tickets, Tombs and Day Trips
Newgrange sells out weeks ahead - here's how the timed-ticket system works, what Knowth and Dowth add, and how to build a full Boyne Valley day.
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Can I Use Monzo Abroad? Fees, ATM Limits and US Tips
Legacy UK banks charge 2.99% on foreign spend; can I use Monzo abroad fee-free? Yes, but the £200 ATM cap and DCC trap catch most travelers.
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Road Trip from Pennsylvania to Tennessee: Routes & Stops
Philadelphia to Nashville clocks 803 miles and 12+ hours: split the road trip from Pennsylvania to Tennessee over 2-5 days using these stops.
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Skellig Michael: Booking, the 618 Steps and What to Expect
Only 180 people land on Skellig Michael daily, and peak dates sell out months ahead. What the climb demands, when to go, and how to book.
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Ireland's Ancient East Road Trip: Routes and Key Sites
Ireland's Ancient East spans 17 counties and 5,000 years, but Newgrange books out fast. Plan your route and lock in slots before they're gone.
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