Trips & Treks for the Thrifty Traveller
In all the excitement that comes with the lead up to a trip or holiday, you might wonder if there’s anything you’ve forgotten to do. Have you ever found yourself sitting in the car or on a plane worrying that you didn’t lock the back door? Well, don’t worry! Because I’m here with a list of important things that you’ll… Read More
When I was packing for Samoa, there was one thing I knew for certain: it was going to be hot. That immediately meant that I could put aside my warmer clothes, saving myself a lot of space in my bag. The climate in Samoa is tropical, meaning that it is hot and humid all year round. It also means that… Read More
I love packing for Hong Kong. It is a place that I will never tire of visiting; with its vibrant city and stunning islands, it just keeps drawing me back again and again. Of course, I have family there, so that helps too. I have completely lost count of the number of times I’ve visited Hong Kong, and I know… Read More
When you’re travelling, the last thing you want to be worrying about is an unexpected pregnancy. Which means that, unfortunately, you’ll have to include birth control as one of the major things to consider before you set off. For us women, there are a few different options available to us, and it’s worth making a medical appointment well in advance… Read More
When you’re on the road or planning your next trip, travel safety may not be at the top of your mind. There are far more interesting and exciting things to plan and pay attention to, right? But what if one of your valuable possessions goes missing? What if you get caught in a scary situation in a strange city? What… Read More
Updated October 4, 2020 If you suffer with anxiety, the idea of packing up your life and travelling the world could fill you with dread. For me, it was the opposite. I thought that leaving home again and going back off on my travels would be the answer to all my problems. But, as most of us know deep down,… Read More
If you’ve never heard of a Working Holiday Visa, you would probably think that working abroad must involve arranging sponsorship in another country or a transfer through your job. This makes the idea seem impossible for those who don’t have a specific professional skill. However, for young people who want to visit other countries and earn money to supplement their… Read More
Couple travel can have its ups and downs. As a seasoned solo traveller, I was a little bit apprehensive about taking the plunge with my partner, Theo. (Although not as apprehensive as he was, I think!) On the other hand, I was also pretty confident that we would be okay. The beginning of our relationship was rather unusual; I was… Read More
Updated October 11, 2020 When I tell someone that I travel solo, I usually get the same responses: “Wow! You must be so brave! I could never do that.” “Are you sure that’s a good idea? Is it safe?” “Don’t you get lonely?” The general consensus from people who have never travelled solo is that it must be a hard,… Read More
Updated September 13, 2020 If you’ve ever dreamed of travelling but have never put those dreams into action, chances are high that a lack of funds is one of the major issues holding you back. I know it was for me! The idea of living and travelling in a different country without a means of income can be completely terrifying…. Read More
