Tom Harris - Page 2 · Outbound Lynx

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)

A winding road runs along rocky cliffs beside the sea at Giant's Causeway on the Causeway Coastal Route.

2026-09-06

Causeway Coastal Route: Stops, Timing and What to Book

The causeway coastal route packs 120 miles of Northern Ireland coast with stops worth days, not hours. Here's what to book before you leave home.

A waterfall cascades over rocks in a lush forest setting at Torc Waterfall, Killarney National Park.

2026-09-05

Ireland's 6 National Parks: Which One Fits Your Trip

All six national parks in Ireland are free, but Glenveagh Castle closes Mondays and Fridays, and four parks require a car. Plan around the closures.

Red rock formations in Garden of the Gods with trees and cloudy sky in the background.

2026-09-04

Fun Things to Do in Colorado Springs: Ranked by Worth

The most fun things to do in Colorado Springs start free: Garden of the Gods fills by 9 a.m. summers. Here's how to plan it right, rain or shine.

A car drives along a winding coastal road with cliffs and the ocean on the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland.

2026-09-03

Driving in Ireland: Rentals, Roads and Left-Hand Rules

Your rental excess can hit €2,500 and rural speed limits changed in 2025. Here's what to sort before driving in Ireland.

A close-up of a stone harbor wall with boats moored on the water in the background.

2026-09-02

Day Trips from Dublin: Travel Times for 5 Destinations

Howth takes 35 minutes by DART. The Cliffs of Moher takes 13 hours. Here are the real door-to-door times for the best day trips from Dublin.

A car drives along a winding coastal road on the Dingle Peninsula in Ireland, with cliffs and ocean below.

2026-09-01

Ireland Itinerary: 7, 10 and 14-Day Driving Routes

Most guides pick one trip length. This ireland itinerary covers all three, with realistic daily drives, booking deadlines, and airport logic built in.

A tour boat cruises on Lake Minnewanka with mountains and pine forest in the background.

2026-08-29

Best Things to Do in Banff: Ranked by Worth Your Time

The best things to do in Banff get crowded fast. Here's what to prioritize, what to skip, and which seasonal windows close earlier than you'd expect.

A teapot and mug rest on a wooden picnic table overlooking misty mountains at sunrise.

2026-08-28

Things to Do at the Great Smoky Mountains: 1-3 Day Plans

Trail closures shift overnight and lots fill by 9 a.m. Plan things to do at the Great Smoky Mountains without losing a day to traffic or full trailheads.

Lava rocks on the shore at sunset with Diamond Head and Waikiki skyline in the distance.

2026-08-27

Best Things to Do in Oahu Hawaii: Ranked by Region

Most visitors never leave Waikiki - the best things to do in Oahu Hawaii span four regions. Know what to book before you fly and what to skip.

Terraced green rice fields of Tegallalang in Bali viewed from behind a bamboo fence at sunrise.

2026-08-26

Tegallalang Rice Terraces: Timing, Fees, and What to Skip

The tegallalang rice terraces reward early risers and punish late arrivals. Here's what to pay, wear, and check before you go.

Stone pathway and railing along the cliff at Uluwatu Temple overlooking the sea in Bali.

2026-08-25

Uluwatu Bali Weather, Temple, Cliffs & Surf Guide

Uluwatu Bali weather shapes every plan here - dry season runs April-October, but January rain kills the kecak dance. Know when to go before you book.

People kayaking at dusk in Vieques Bioluminescent Bay, with glowing blue water trails under their boats.

2026-08-24

Things to Do in Vieques, Puerto Rico: Bio Bay & Beaches

From the world's brightest bio bay to horse-dotted refuge beaches, things to do in Vieques Puerto Rico reward travelers who plan around moon phases and ferry schedules.