• Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • About
  • Contact
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

Last Minute Wanders

Trips & Treks for the Thrifty Traveller

  • Last Minute Wanders
  • Start Here
  • Travel Planning
  • Destinations
  • Hiking
  • FREE Guide

Destinations

Top 6 things to do in Cambodia

Top 6 things to do in Cambodia

Dated: August 31, 2020

Cambodia is one of my favourite countries in Southeast Asia; it has everything from fascinating culture and history to beautiful landscapes, beaches and islands. And the local people are some of the friendliest I’ve ever met. I’ve visited Cambodia a couple of times, for about a month each visit and, although it changed a lot in the five years between… Read More

Posted Under: Cambodia, Destinations

12 Beautiful Hidden Gems in New Zealand

12 Beautiful Hidden Gems in New Zealand

Dated: August 10, 2020

As well as the great tourist destinations that we all know and love, there are an incredibly large number of hidden gems in New Zealand, too. Think about it: the population density is very low, and while the tourist hot spots are that way for a reason, there’s so much that’s skipped and overlooked. Having spent over a year travelling… Read More

Posted Under: Destinations, New Zealand

Poole’s Old Town: Historical buildings in Dorset

Poole’s Old Town: Historical buildings in Dorset

Dated: July 27, 2020

Although it may now be a little overshadowed by the larger town of Bournemouth, Poole is an interesting town with an important history dating back centuries, as Poole’s Old Town makes clear. Located on the south coast of Dorset, England, Poole sits on the largest natural harbour in Europe, second largest in the world after Sydney Harbour in Australia. Poole… Read More

Posted Under: Destinations, United Kingdom

Luggage List: Packing for New Zealand

Luggage List: Packing for New Zealand

Dated: July 20, 2020

When I was packing for New Zealand, I didn’t really know where to start. I knew that it was a country that could be very cold, and I also knew that I planned to live in a camper van for some, if not all, of my time there. So, I thought I’d need to bring lots of warm clothes. I… Read More

Posted Under: Destinations, Luggage Lists, New Zealand, Travel Planning

Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door loop walk

Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door loop walk

Dated: July 13, 2020

One of Dorset, England’s most famous tourist spots is Durdle Door, near Lulworth. This area is home to the Jurassic Coast, where you can find an abundance of fossils and interesting geological formations. Durdle Door is certainly one of the most impressive, as the tough Portland stone has been carved into a huge arch, jutting out into the sea. The… Read More

Posted Under: Destinations, England, Hiking, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

14 Best things to do in New Zealand’s North Island

14 Best things to do in New Zealand’s North Island

Dated: June 29, 2020

New Zealand’s North Island is sometimes passed off as being inferior to the dramatic landscapes of the South Island. I’ve heard of people skipping the North Island altogether, or only spending time in Auckland, which I think is a travesty! Sure, you may not be constantly surrounded by mountains, glaciers and jungles, but do you really want to skip the… Read More

Posted Under: Destinations, New Zealand

Luggage List: Packing for Australia

Luggage List: Packing for Australia

Dated: June 22, 2020

Packing for Australia can seem a little daunting at first, especially if you’re planning on travelling all over the country. There are so many states, time zones and climates that it’s easy to become overwhelmed at how much you should bring. As always, I recommend not bringing too much, even if (especially if) you’re going to be Down Under for… Read More

Posted Under: Australia, Destinations, Luggage Lists, Travel Planning

8 Free and cheap things to do in Pai, Thailand

8 Free and cheap things to do in Pai, Thailand

Dated: June 15, 2020

Pai has to be one of my favourite places in all of Thailand. Nestled in a valley on the banks of a river in the mountains of Northern Thailand, it has a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere which differs hugely from the islands and beaches in the south of the country. The area boasts incredible views; lush rice paddies, waterfalls, canyons, hot… Read More

Posted Under: Destinations, Thailand, Travel Budget

8 Great things to do in Siem Reap, Cambodia

8 Great things to do in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Dated: June 1, 2020

When you think of Siem Reap, you most likely think temples. Yes, this town is the gateway to the Angkor Temple complex, but there are other things to do in Siem Reap, too. Located in the north-west of Cambodia, Siem Reap also sits near the largest lake in Southeast Asia. The town itself has a mixture of colonial, Chinese and… Read More

Posted Under: Cambodia, Destinations

How to find outdoor seasonal work in New Zealand

How to find outdoor seasonal work in New Zealand

Dated: May 18, 2020

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

Posted Under: Destinations, New Zealand, Travel Advice, Working Abroad

  • Go to page 1
  • Go to page 2
  • Go to page 3
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Go to page 5
  • Go to Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

Connect

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Hello and welcome!

My name is Sarah and I am the owner of Last Minute Wanders.
I started travelling on a budget in November 2012 and I haven't looked back!
Exploring new destinations fills me with joy and I'm here to help you do the same, without breaking the bank. Read Moreโ€ฆ

FREE Guide!

Subscribe today to get your FREE Thrifty Travel Starter Guide for a worry-free travel planning process, as well as weekly travel tips, lessons and destination inspiration straight to your inbox!

Privacy Policy: I hate spam and promise to keep your email address safe. You can unsubscribe anytime. 

Thank you!

You have successfully joined our subscriber list.

.

Featured Articles

Ancient stone gateway tower with corridors leading off to left and right and a stone courtyard in front

Top 6 things to do in Cambodia

Silver car with back doors open parked on grass in front of beach

Living in a campervan: surviving van life long term

Pure white sand beach against clear blue sky with white truck in the distance

How to travel for free around the world!

View down wet beach, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds

12 Beautiful Hidden Gems in New Zealand

Connect with me on Instagram!

lastminutewanders

๐ŸฅพTrips & Treks for the Thrifty Traveller
๐Ÿ Budget Travel Planning, Destinations & Hikes
๐Ÿ“England ๐Ÿด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ
๐ŸŒ 28 countries
๐Ÿ“ฑ#lastminutewanders

Sarah | Last Minute Wanders
I drive over this river every day on my way to wor I drive over this river every day on my way to work and yesterday I finally figured out how to get down to walk along the riverbank ๐Ÿ˜
.
.
.
#riverstourdorset #springwalks #prettycommute #dorsetlife #dorsetwalks #southcoastengland #visitengland #lovetheoutdoors #riverwalks #travelblogger #lastminutewanders
One of my goals this year, which I talked about a One of my goals this year, which I talked about a lot last year but didn't actually do much of, is to see more of Dorset. 
.
There are so many wonderful places to visit in this south coast county and I've barely seen any of them, even though I live here! 
.
So, to start off the year right, we completed a wonderful loop walk which starts at the abandoned Tyneham Village and takes in Flower's Barrow and Worbarrow Bay.
.
The occupants of Tyneham Village were forced to evacuate in 1943 so that the military could use the area for training in WWII. The villagers expected to be able to return but were never allowed to. This area is still part of the MOD ranges and is only open to visitors on certain days.
.
Flower's Barrow is an iron age hill fort with the rampart ridges still clearly visible and an incredible view across the cliffs and Worbarrow Bay below. Swipe right to see the view and spot one of the military bunkers of the MOD ranges.
.
.
.
#lovedorset #dorsetcoast #dorsetlife #tynehamvillage #flowersbarrow #ironagefort #dayhike #loopwalk #purbeckridge #dorsetwalks #isleofpurbeck #uktravel #visitengland #newyearsresolution #newyeargoals #hikemoreworryless #exploremore #travelblogger
Spontaneous trips and long walks make for my favou Spontaneous trips and long walks make for my favourite kind of Sunday ๐Ÿ’™
The New Forest isn't too far away from where I live but I rarely make the trip. Every time I do, though, I wish I did it more often!
We've had quite a lot of rain recently, which has resulted in a lot of pools on the plains and some gorgeous reflections ๐Ÿ˜
.
.
.
#newforest #reflections #stoneycross #sundaystrolls #southofengland #newforestnationalpark #visitengland #englishcountryside #greatbritishcountryside #uktravel #travelblogger
Merry Christmas to all wherever you are in the wor Merry Christmas to all wherever you are in the world! It's been a bit different this year but I hope you've managed to have a good day and get into the festive spirit. I'm just glad that nobody can take away the traditional Christmas Day walk!
How have you spent your day? Have you managed to celebrate as usual or has it been completely different?
.
.
.
#merrychristmas #covidchristmas #christmaswalks #sussexlife #southcoastengland #homesweethome #familytime #travelblogger
This time last year we were in beautiful Samoa, wh This time last year we were in beautiful Samoa, which seems almost impossible now that we're in the UK! ๐Ÿ’™
.
We actually had our first experience of lockdown while we were there due to a measles outbreak and a mass vaccination campaign to bring it under control, meaning that we were unable to leave our beach-side accommodation for a few days. ๐Ÿ–๏ธ
.
Little did we know that the word "lockdown" would become part of our daily vocabulary, not just for us but for the whole world!
Or that it wouldn't be all sunbathing and cocktails on the beach... ๐Ÿน
.
If you're thinking of taking a break on an island as gorgeous as this once travel opens up again and it's safe to do so, check out my 6+ reasons to add Samoa to your bucket list through the link in my bio. Just hit 'Destinations -> Samoa' 
.
.
.
#samoa #polynesia #pacificislands #beachlockdown #tosua #lalomanubeach #beachsunsets #coupletravelgoals #sunsetcocktails #lookatthosecolours #blueseabluesky #travelblogger #takemeback
Yesterday marked 8 YEARS (!!) since I first left h Yesterday marked 8 YEARS (!!) since I first left home to travel long-term, and it got me thinking of what I had been worrying about all those years ago! ๐Ÿงณ
.
Keeping healthy is usually either something that new travellers worry a lot about, or something that they don't even think about until it's too late. I was the latter. ๐Ÿ˜ฌ
.
It's easy to fall out of your regular health routine when everything is suddenly so different, but I've updated an article which covers 7 simple ways to stay on top of your health and focus on having the time of your life! โ™ฅ๏ธ
.
Link in bio!
.
.
.
#stayhealthy #stayhealthywhiletravelling #howtostayhealthywhiletraveling #travelhealth #stayhealthyonholiday #stayhealthyonvacation #hydrateyourself #traveladvice #travelexpert #travelblogger
Climbing Mount Taranaki in New Zealand's North Isl Climbing Mount Taranaki in New Zealand's North Island was one of the toughest experiences I've had on a day hike!
.
Not having hiked for a while, I wasn't at my fittest and it took 12 hours to get up and down this incredibly steep mountain.
.
There were times when I thought I might have to quit, but I persevered and when I reached the top, I was so glad that my determination had pushed me through.
.
I was on top of the world! 
.
Of course, I was only halfway through by that point and the descent was almost as tough as the climb, but it was totally worth it for that sense of accomplishment ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ”๏ธ
.
I like to remember that feeling when I'm feeling a bit low, to remind myself of what I can achieve if I really put my mind to it!
.
What helps to push you forward when you're feeling a little stuck?
.
Check out my hiking guide for Mount Taranaki through the link in my bio ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿป just look for the New Zealand Hiking section!
.
.
.
#mounttaranaki #mounttaranakisummit #taranaki #egmontnationalpark #travelnewzealand #nztravel #northislandlove #nzmustdo #dayhike #mountainclimber #determinationpaysoff #accomplishyourgoals #nzfinds #keepgoing #theonlywayisup #mttaranakisummittrack
I donโ€™t know about you, but Iโ€™m REALLY missing I donโ€™t know about you, but Iโ€™m REALLY missing travelling at the moment and it has been getting me down a little ๐Ÿ’”
.
It hasnโ€™t helped that the weather has been pretty horrendous recently either โ˜”๏ธ
.
So today, as the rain clouds parted briefly today and the sun came out, I jumped at the chance to get out into nature and remind myself of how pretty my home area is ๐Ÿ‚
.
It really helped clear my mind and made me feel so much better! ๐Ÿงก
.
What do you do to cheer yourself up when the blues hit?
.
.
.
#dreamnowtravellater #beautifulengland #dorsetlife #autumncolours #exploreyourbackyard #appreciatewhatyouhave #travelblues #uktravel #travelblogger #homeiswhereyourheartis
Are you interested in #solotravel but not sure if Are you interested in #solotravel but not sure if itโ€™s the right decision for you?
.
Head over to @travelmexicosolo and her podcast #dreamtodestination to hear me chatting with Shelley about my solo travel experiences and why I think everyone should try it.
.
Honestly, solo travel transformed my life for the better! Give it a listen and let me know what you think! โœˆ๏ธ
.
.
.
#solotravelisgoodforthesoul #lovetravel #femaletravelinspo #youshouldtravel #travelblogger
Load Moreโ€ฆ Follow on Instagram

Footer

Connect with me on Instagram!

lastminutewanders

๐ŸฅพTrips & Treks for the Thrifty Traveller
๐Ÿ Budget Travel Planning, Destinations & Hikes
๐Ÿ“England ๐Ÿด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ
๐ŸŒ 28 countries
๐Ÿ“ฑ#lastminutewanders

Sarah | Last Minute Wanders
I drive over this river every day on my way to wor I drive over this river every day on my way to work and yesterday I finally figured out how to get down to walk along the riverbank ๐Ÿ˜
.
.
.
#riverstourdorset #springwalks #prettycommute #dorsetlife #dorsetwalks #southcoastengland #visitengland #lovetheoutdoors #riverwalks #travelblogger #lastminutewanders
One of my goals this year, which I talked about a One of my goals this year, which I talked about a lot last year but didn't actually do much of, is to see more of Dorset. 
.
There are so many wonderful places to visit in this south coast county and I've barely seen any of them, even though I live here! 
.
So, to start off the year right, we completed a wonderful loop walk which starts at the abandoned Tyneham Village and takes in Flower's Barrow and Worbarrow Bay.
.
The occupants of Tyneham Village were forced to evacuate in 1943 so that the military could use the area for training in WWII. The villagers expected to be able to return but were never allowed to. This area is still part of the MOD ranges and is only open to visitors on certain days.
.
Flower's Barrow is an iron age hill fort with the rampart ridges still clearly visible and an incredible view across the cliffs and Worbarrow Bay below. Swipe right to see the view and spot one of the military bunkers of the MOD ranges.
.
.
.
#lovedorset #dorsetcoast #dorsetlife #tynehamvillage #flowersbarrow #ironagefort #dayhike #loopwalk #purbeckridge #dorsetwalks #isleofpurbeck #uktravel #visitengland #newyearsresolution #newyeargoals #hikemoreworryless #exploremore #travelblogger
Spontaneous trips and long walks make for my favou Spontaneous trips and long walks make for my favourite kind of Sunday ๐Ÿ’™
The New Forest isn't too far away from where I live but I rarely make the trip. Every time I do, though, I wish I did it more often!
We've had quite a lot of rain recently, which has resulted in a lot of pools on the plains and some gorgeous reflections ๐Ÿ˜
.
.
.
#newforest #reflections #stoneycross #sundaystrolls #southofengland #newforestnationalpark #visitengland #englishcountryside #greatbritishcountryside #uktravel #travelblogger
Merry Christmas to all wherever you are in the wor Merry Christmas to all wherever you are in the world! It's been a bit different this year but I hope you've managed to have a good day and get into the festive spirit. I'm just glad that nobody can take away the traditional Christmas Day walk!
How have you spent your day? Have you managed to celebrate as usual or has it been completely different?
.
.
.
#merrychristmas #covidchristmas #christmaswalks #sussexlife #southcoastengland #homesweethome #familytime #travelblogger
This time last year we were in beautiful Samoa, wh This time last year we were in beautiful Samoa, which seems almost impossible now that we're in the UK! ๐Ÿ’™
.
We actually had our first experience of lockdown while we were there due to a measles outbreak and a mass vaccination campaign to bring it under control, meaning that we were unable to leave our beach-side accommodation for a few days. ๐Ÿ–๏ธ
.
Little did we know that the word "lockdown" would become part of our daily vocabulary, not just for us but for the whole world!
Or that it wouldn't be all sunbathing and cocktails on the beach... ๐Ÿน
.
If you're thinking of taking a break on an island as gorgeous as this once travel opens up again and it's safe to do so, check out my 6+ reasons to add Samoa to your bucket list through the link in my bio. Just hit 'Destinations -> Samoa' 
.
.
.
#samoa #polynesia #pacificislands #beachlockdown #tosua #lalomanubeach #beachsunsets #coupletravelgoals #sunsetcocktails #lookatthosecolours #blueseabluesky #travelblogger #takemeback
Yesterday marked 8 YEARS (!!) since I first left h Yesterday marked 8 YEARS (!!) since I first left home to travel long-term, and it got me thinking of what I had been worrying about all those years ago! ๐Ÿงณ
.
Keeping healthy is usually either something that new travellers worry a lot about, or something that they don't even think about until it's too late. I was the latter. ๐Ÿ˜ฌ
.
It's easy to fall out of your regular health routine when everything is suddenly so different, but I've updated an article which covers 7 simple ways to stay on top of your health and focus on having the time of your life! โ™ฅ๏ธ
.
Link in bio!
.
.
.
#stayhealthy #stayhealthywhiletravelling #howtostayhealthywhiletraveling #travelhealth #stayhealthyonholiday #stayhealthyonvacation #hydrateyourself #traveladvice #travelexpert #travelblogger
Climbing Mount Taranaki in New Zealand's North Isl Climbing Mount Taranaki in New Zealand's North Island was one of the toughest experiences I've had on a day hike!
.
Not having hiked for a while, I wasn't at my fittest and it took 12 hours to get up and down this incredibly steep mountain.
.
There were times when I thought I might have to quit, but I persevered and when I reached the top, I was so glad that my determination had pushed me through.
.
I was on top of the world! 
.
Of course, I was only halfway through by that point and the descent was almost as tough as the climb, but it was totally worth it for that sense of accomplishment ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ”๏ธ
.
I like to remember that feeling when I'm feeling a bit low, to remind myself of what I can achieve if I really put my mind to it!
.
What helps to push you forward when you're feeling a little stuck?
.
Check out my hiking guide for Mount Taranaki through the link in my bio ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿป just look for the New Zealand Hiking section!
.
.
.
#mounttaranaki #mounttaranakisummit #taranaki #egmontnationalpark #travelnewzealand #nztravel #northislandlove #nzmustdo #dayhike #mountainclimber #determinationpaysoff #accomplishyourgoals #nzfinds #keepgoing #theonlywayisup #mttaranakisummittrack
I donโ€™t know about you, but Iโ€™m REALLY missing I donโ€™t know about you, but Iโ€™m REALLY missing travelling at the moment and it has been getting me down a little ๐Ÿ’”
.
It hasnโ€™t helped that the weather has been pretty horrendous recently either โ˜”๏ธ
.
So today, as the rain clouds parted briefly today and the sun came out, I jumped at the chance to get out into nature and remind myself of how pretty my home area is ๐Ÿ‚
.
It really helped clear my mind and made me feel so much better! ๐Ÿงก
.
What do you do to cheer yourself up when the blues hit?
.
.
.
#dreamnowtravellater #beautifulengland #dorsetlife #autumncolours #exploreyourbackyard #appreciatewhatyouhave #travelblues #uktravel #travelblogger #homeiswhereyourheartis
Are you interested in #solotravel but not sure if Are you interested in #solotravel but not sure if itโ€™s the right decision for you?
.
Head over to @travelmexicosolo and her podcast #dreamtodestination to hear me chatting with Shelley about my solo travel experiences and why I think everyone should try it.
.
Honestly, solo travel transformed my life for the better! Give it a listen and let me know what you think! โœˆ๏ธ
.
.
.
#solotravelisgoodforthesoul #lovetravel #femaletravelinspo #youshouldtravel #travelblogger
Load Moreโ€ฆ Follow on Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
© 2021 Last Minute Wanders