Travelling alone can be a very eye-opening and liberating experience. It hones your sense of self-reliance, and you don't have to please anyone (other than yourself!) when deciding what to do, where to go, or who to see... but it is quite different from travelling with a friend, loved one, or in a large group. Here are my top tips to help budding solo travellers do that lone wolf explorer ...
Read MoreWhen planning a backpacking trip, there’s a tendency to assume that you’ll be fitter and healthier than ever, with all the walking, etc. you'll be doing. This is certainly true in some cases. However, when your routine is interrupted and uncertain and it’s difficult to plan your meals ahead, the opposite sometimes happens.Whether you’re planning a quick getaway, a fun-packed gap year, or something longer-term, it pays to prioritize ...
Read MoreTravelling the world sure is fun, but it's not all easy. There's a whole load of planning and sorting things out that you will need to do before you can even start packing! To make things slightly easier for you, I’ve come up with my ultimate checklist of everything you will need for your globetrotting adventure. It’s a good idea to print this out and keep it with you on ...
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