Trips & Treks for the Thrifty Traveller
The days and weeks after returning from a trip can often be hard for many people as they deal with post-travel blues. It’s very common, whether it was a short holiday or a long period of travelling; coming back home to reality with a bump is always difficult. And, with Coronavirus still affecting many plans and causing people to return… Read More
If you’re a traveller in New Zealand and you have a visa that allows you to work, at some point you might consider finding a job to fund your continued travels. But how do you find seasonal work in New Zealand? There are many different resources that you can use, but first you should consider what type of work you… Read More
Napier is not often considered one of the must-see destinations on a trip to New Zealand. Located on the central east coast of the North Island, it is usually skipped in favour of Taupō, Tongariro and Taranaki. But Napier is actually a lovely coastal town with a unique style where you can relax for a while and take a breath… Read More
I like to think of myself as a bit of an expert when it comes to packing for Southeast Asia! I absolutely adore this part of the world and have spent quite a lot of time there over the years. And I definitely intend to keep going back! Although I’ve travelled in Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and… Read More
Before I started planning a holiday to Taiwan, I had no idea that the Penghu islands existed. An archipelago of 90 islands and islets on the south-west of the Taiwan Strait makes up the Penghu Township. It is popular with local holiday-makers but not so well known to foreigners. But, if you make the short trip out from Taiwan’s mainland,… Read More
There are so many gorgeous beaches in New Zealand that it’s hard to keep track of them all. But if you haven’t visited Wharariki Beach yet, make sure you add it to your list of must-sees before you leave the country. Located right at the top of the South Island on the north western tip, it’s a bit of a… Read More
It’s been another week in lockdown for many of us, as the continuing Coronavirus pandemic keeps us at home. You’re probably getting itchy feet by now, just wanting to get out and go somewhere, anywhere, outside of your home. I know I am. So what can we do to satisfy our wanderlust without actually leaving the house? Last week, I… Read More
With the current Coronavirus pandemic in full swing and most countries on complete lockdown, travel is pretty much impossible right now. It’s perfectly fine for you to be mourning your cancelled holiday or postponed trip; but there is a way to get your travel fix without leaving your house. Virtual travel is something that I’d never looked into before, but… Read More
A long flight can be tough on your body and your mind. I’ve been taking long haul flights for almost half my life, since my dad moved to Hong Kong when I was 17. On top of that, I’ve travelled to other areas of Asia, Australia, and New Zealand from the UK, so I’m pretty used to moving around this… Read More
There are many ways to get around Thailand, but one of the most adventurous has to be the train between Bangkok and Chiang Mai. If you are visiting Northern Thailand, you will most likely either start or end your journey back in Bangkok. You could catch a flight, which is by far the quickest way to travel, but is also… Read More
