exploring the world on a budget
I'm not going to lie ... travelling alone for the first time is scary. You don't know what to expect and you have no one to lean on except yourself. I was kind of thrown into solo travel after a bad experience in Iceland that left me travelling solo for the first time. I had [...]
As a woman, it's not uncommon to fear travelling by yourself. If you're worried about solo travel, you're not alone but there are many beautiful countries known for being safe. So let's get into the top 10 safest countries for female travel! *Disclaimer*: Before we get to it, know that no country is perfect and [...]
Is anyone else excited to get back to backpacking and moving from one hostel to another? Since COVID-19 has wreaked havoc and nearly torn the travel industry to shreds, many hostels have had to close either temporarily or permanently. In this blog, I've listed mainly hostels that remain open but there are a few worth [...]
Do you struggle to stay on top of health and fitness when you’re travelling? You’re not the only one. It’s near impossible to stick to your regular routine when you’re backpacking and on top of that, the temptations of new food and alcohol are at an all time high. After years of travel, I still [...]
I’ve always been an advocate for travelling from a young age, especially during your 20’s. Recently my thoughts about living your life to the fullest were reinforced. After experiencing a sudden and unforeseen death of a young man in his early 20’s over the weekend, I was reminded of how sudden life can come to [...]
If you’re anything like me, you appreciate a good tune and finding new music that uplifts your mood! While I love using Spotify to discover new music, I find that some of the best songs I come across are ones friends have played. So I’m here to share some of my go-to songs I listen [...]
Getting sick of pesky 'photobombers' in the background of all your pictures? If so, you’ve come to the right place! These photo hacks will change the way you take pictures next time you're travelling or exploring a new spot. Avoid touristy spots Easier said than done but if you can avoid touristy spots, you'll usually miss [...]
Travelling is not only a fun experience but one that allows you to grow in ways you could've never imagined! So let's jump into the 20 reasons why you should travel in your 20's, starting with the fact that .. 1. You're in your prime health Why put off travel when you're most likely at [...]
Do you ever have trouble trying to figure out what to bring with you for a trip? Packing is hard enough as it is, so I'm here to share the travel accessories you can't leave behind! 1. Neck Pillow If you don't already have a neck pillow, I'd highly suggest grabbing one! Not only are [...]
With so many of us at home right now and a lot more time on our hands, now’s the perfect time to try new things and face your fears. Are you scared to take the leap and travel? Or maybe you’ve been dying to travel solo and don’t think you can do it alone. Whatever [...]