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17 Important things to do before your trip

17 Important things to do before your trip

Dated: March 16, 2020

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

Posted Under: Travel Advice, Travel Planning

Birth control while travelling: what are your options?

Birth control while travelling: what are your options?

Dated: January 13, 2020

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

Posted Under: Travel Advice, Travel Health, Travel Planning

9 Tips for a long distance relationship that works!

9 Tips for a long distance relationship that works!

Dated: December 23, 2019

Being in a long distance relationship can be hard. Really hard. That person that you want to be with the most is miles away and it could be months before you see them again. You might wonder if it is worth all the heartache. But I’m here to tell you that it definitely CAN be worth it, and that the… Read More

Posted Under: Hiking, Travel Advice, Travel Health

6 Useful tips for scooter rental in Asia

6 Useful tips for scooter rental in Asia

Dated: December 2, 2019

When you’re travelling around Asia, particularly South East Asia, you may find yourself thinking about scooter rental. When everyone else is zooming around the streets and there are rental options everywhere, why would you want to walk, right? But, even if you’re experienced in riding a scooter or moped at home, there are a few things you need to be… Read More

Posted Under: Cambodia, Hong Kong, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Travel Advice

Travel safety guide: 12 tips that could save your life

Travel safety guide: 12 tips that could save your life

Dated: November 11, 2019

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

Posted Under: Travel Advice, Travel Health, Travel Planning

Moving to Hong Kong on a Working Holiday Visa

Moving to Hong Kong on a Working Holiday Visa

Dated: October 21, 2019

My discovery of the Hong Kong Working Holiday Visa (WHV) came at just the right time for me. Hong Kong holds a special place in my heart; my dad moved there in 2006 and I have visited him more times than I can remember since then. It’s become my second home. When my dad decided to open a restaurant on… Read More

Posted Under: Destinations, Hong Kong, Travel Advice, Travel Planning, Working Abroad

Travelling with Anxiety: a personal experience story

Travelling with Anxiety: a personal experience story

Dated: October 7, 2019

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

Posted Under: Travel Advice, Travel Health

Moving to Australia on a Working Holiday Visa

Moving to Australia on a Working Holiday Visa

Dated: September 23, 2019

Applying for an Australia Working Holiday Visa is one of the best decisions I have ever made. It was the first of these visas that I ever applied for and ultimately led to me also applying for similar Working Holiday Visas in Hong Kong and New Zealand as well! The time that I spent in Australia was incredible, unforgettable, and… Read More

Posted Under: Australia, Destinations, Travel Advice, Travel Planning, Working Abroad

Workaway: an introduction to work exchange

Workaway: an introduction to work exchange

Dated: September 2, 2019

As a traveller on a budget, I’ve found that a work exchange with Workaway is a great way to travel. And you don’t have to spend much money at all! The website connects volunteers with hosts who provide accommodation and food in exchange for a few hours’ work per day. I’ve used the site twice so far; once in Thailand… Read More

Posted Under: Travel Advice, Travel Budget, Travel Planning, Working Abroad

Moving to New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa

Moving to New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa

Dated: August 26, 2019

New Zealand, Aotearoa, The Land of the Long White Cloud. If you’re thinking about visiting this beautiful country and want to stay longer than a regular tourist, your best option is probably the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa. The application process can seem pretty daunting at first, but don’t fret! I’m here to walk you through it and to provide… Read More

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

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Day 247: It's time. Are you ready? ⏰ This is fo Day 247: It's time. Are you ready? ⏰
This is for you if you've been thinking about travelling long-term but haven't decided if you'll actually do it yet.
I have a challenge for you.
Over the next week, I want you to spend some time thinking about whether full-time travel is in your future or not.
REALLY think about it. Write a pros and cons list. Journal on your thoughts around it. Meditate on it.
Whatever you need to do, think it through fully and make your decision.
Yes, I'm going to travel long-term. 
No, travel just isn't going to work for me.
If you decide that yes, you are going to travel, then there's a second part to this challenge.
Set your departure date.
Now, it doesn't need to be set in stone, but it does need to be a realistic goal to aim for.
Once you've decided on a date, you'll be much more likely to start taking action to actually make it happen.
Are you in??
Leave a comment or send me a DM once you've made your decision(s)!
I can't wait to hear from you!
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Day 246: How to manage your mind 🧠 In today's Day 246: How to manage your mind 🧠
In today's video I break down what I mean when I tell you to manage your mind.
Learn how to manage your thoughts around certain situations so that you're not riding the rollercoaster of emotions that often comes with planning long term travel.
You are in control! 💪🏻
Have you watched my free training, Travel Plan The Easy Way yet? Head to my bio to get access! 
Don't forget to:
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Day 245: Saying those goodbyes 👋🏻 I've talk Day 245: Saying those goodbyes 👋🏻
I've talked before about how one of my favourite things about the travel is the people you meet along the way.
But on the flip side of that is one of the hardest parts: saying goodbye.
It's amazing that you can form such strong connections in such short spaces of time, but the goodbyes really do hurt. Whether you've known each other for days, weeks or months.
But, do you know what?
I would never give up those goodbyes. Because if I did, it would mean I'd never have formed those bonds in the first place. 
(Or we'd all just stay together forever, which could end up being a bit impractical 😂)
What do you think about this? Had you considered it as a part of long term travel?
Don't forget to:
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Day 244: Leave room for a little spontaneity 😎 Day 244: Leave room for a little spontaneity 😎
I had a totally unplanned weekend, which ended up being quite busy and very enjoyable!
If you've seen my stories you'll know that I've been to two coastal areas in Dorset in the past two days and taken advantage of this glorious weather we're having. 🌞
Which got me thinking about spontaneity.
One of the reasons I don't plan my travels down to the day or week is because I like opportunities to present themselves to me.
If everything is planned in advance, then there's no room for unexpected trips, invitations to join someone else's adventure, or chances to stumble upon a hidden gem. 
So, if you're a meticulous planner then, by all means, plan as much as you need to. But maybe factor in a couple of days in each place for spontaneity.
What do you think?
Don't forget to:
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Day 243: Take a test trip! If you're feeling nerv Day 243: Take a test trip!
If you're feeling nervous about going travelling, whether you're going solo or with a companion, have you thought about taking a test trip in your home country?
Pick a town you've never visited before, preferably in a region you've never visited before and see if you can find a similar style of accommodation that you'll be staying in on your long-term travel adventure.
You may not have to worry about cultural differences or language barriers but it will give you a chance to get a feel for the travel lifestyle.
What do you think? Would you do this? Have you done this? Let me know in the comments!
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Day 242: Weekend planning or weekend resting? Are Day 242: Weekend planning or weekend resting?
Are you taking this weekend to get ahead on your travel plans? 
Or are you taking the weekend off to rest or have fun?
If you're planning on planning, then make a concise to-do list and tick those tasks off one by one. Don't overthink it!
If you're planning on taking the weekend off, make sure you don't waste your time by thinking "I should be doing X". Make the decision now that you're going to rest and stick to it without making yourself feel guilty.
So what are your plans this weekend?
Drop a 🔥 if you're travel planning!
Drop a 🧘🏻‍♀️ if you're resting!
Don't forget to:
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Day 241: Travel Plan The Easy Way!! ✈️ Have y Day 241: Travel Plan The Easy Way!! ✈️
Have you watched this awesome free training yet??
I created this video training for you to help you get your head around everything you need to do before you start travelling.
I absolutely LOVED creating this for you and I can't wait to hear what you think of it. 🤍
Also, I forgot to mention in this live video that there is also a free companion guide that goes along with the training so that you can refer back to any part at any time!
To get your hands on the guide AND the training, just tap the link in my bio and select Travel Plan The Easy Way! 
(You'll also get to join my email list so you get EVEN MORE travel planning wisdom every week!)
Are you gonna go and watch it? Let me know! 🔥
Don't forget to:
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💬 Leave a comment
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Day 240: Your travel research covered ✅ I don't Day 240: Your travel research covered ✅
I don't know about you, but when I first started travel planning I didn't know where to start.
I knew I had to do some research, but I didn't really know what research I needed to do.
In today's video I'm breaking it down for you, starting from when you're not even sure where you're travelling to, and covering all the essentials.
Was this helpful for you? Have you been feeling overwhelmed with the research side of travel planning?
Don't forget to:
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Day 239: Hostels! I've spent a lot of time in hos Day 239: Hostels!
I've spent a lot of time in hostels throughout my travels because they are great for budget travellers!
They are also the best places to meet other travellers, especially if you're going solo.
In today's video I cover everything from the great hostels to the terrible, and how to know whether you're getting a good one or not.
Was this helpful? Will you be staying in hostels when you travel? Let me know!
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #hostels #hostellife #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
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✨ Helping you plan long-term travel without the drama
👇🏻 FREE TRAINING! Travel Plan The Easy Way

Sarah Meyer | LMW
Day 247: It's time. Are you ready? ⏰ This is fo Day 247: It's time. Are you ready? ⏰
This is for you if you've been thinking about travelling long-term but haven't decided if you'll actually do it yet.
I have a challenge for you.
Over the next week, I want you to spend some time thinking about whether full-time travel is in your future or not.
REALLY think about it. Write a pros and cons list. Journal on your thoughts around it. Meditate on it.
Whatever you need to do, think it through fully and make your decision.
Yes, I'm going to travel long-term. 
No, travel just isn't going to work for me.
If you decide that yes, you are going to travel, then there's a second part to this challenge.
Set your departure date.
Now, it doesn't need to be set in stone, but it does need to be a realistic goal to aim for.
Once you've decided on a date, you'll be much more likely to start taking action to actually make it happen.
Are you in??
Leave a comment or send me a DM once you've made your decision(s)!
I can't wait to hear from you!
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #travelchallenge #fulltimetravel #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 246: How to manage your mind 🧠 In today's Day 246: How to manage your mind 🧠
In today's video I break down what I mean when I tell you to manage your mind.
Learn how to manage your thoughts around certain situations so that you're not riding the rollercoaster of emotions that often comes with planning long term travel.
You are in control! 💪🏻
Have you watched my free training, Travel Plan The Easy Way yet? Head to my bio to get access! 
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #manageyourmind #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 245: Saying those goodbyes 👋🏻 I've talk Day 245: Saying those goodbyes 👋🏻
I've talked before about how one of my favourite things about the travel is the people you meet along the way.
But on the flip side of that is one of the hardest parts: saying goodbye.
It's amazing that you can form such strong connections in such short spaces of time, but the goodbyes really do hurt. Whether you've known each other for days, weeks or months.
But, do you know what?
I would never give up those goodbyes. Because if I did, it would mean I'd never have formed those bonds in the first place. 
(Or we'd all just stay together forever, which could end up being a bit impractical 😂)
What do you think about this? Had you considered it as a part of long term travel?
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelfriendships #travelrelationship #travelplanningmadeeasy #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 244: Leave room for a little spontaneity 😎 Day 244: Leave room for a little spontaneity 😎
I had a totally unplanned weekend, which ended up being quite busy and very enjoyable!
If you've seen my stories you'll know that I've been to two coastal areas in Dorset in the past two days and taken advantage of this glorious weather we're having. 🌞
Which got me thinking about spontaneity.
One of the reasons I don't plan my travels down to the day or week is because I like opportunities to present themselves to me.
If everything is planned in advance, then there's no room for unexpected trips, invitations to join someone else's adventure, or chances to stumble upon a hidden gem. 
So, if you're a meticulous planner then, by all means, plan as much as you need to. But maybe factor in a couple of days in each place for spontaneity.
What do you think?
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #spontaneoustravel #travelfree #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 243: Take a test trip! If you're feeling nerv Day 243: Take a test trip!
If you're feeling nervous about going travelling, whether you're going solo or with a companion, have you thought about taking a test trip in your home country?
Pick a town you've never visited before, preferably in a region you've never visited before and see if you can find a similar style of accommodation that you'll be staying in on your long-term travel adventure.
You may not have to worry about cultural differences or language barriers but it will give you a chance to get a feel for the travel lifestyle.
What do you think? Would you do this? Have you done this? Let me know in the comments!
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #testtrip #travelathome #staycation #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 242: Weekend planning or weekend resting? Are Day 242: Weekend planning or weekend resting?
Are you taking this weekend to get ahead on your travel plans? 
Or are you taking the weekend off to rest or have fun?
If you're planning on planning, then make a concise to-do list and tick those tasks off one by one. Don't overthink it!
If you're planning on taking the weekend off, make sure you don't waste your time by thinking "I should be doing X". Make the decision now that you're going to rest and stick to it without making yourself feel guilty.
So what are your plans this weekend?
Drop a 🔥 if you're travel planning!
Drop a 🧘🏻‍♀️ if you're resting!
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 241: Travel Plan The Easy Way!! ✈️ Have y Day 241: Travel Plan The Easy Way!! ✈️
Have you watched this awesome free training yet??
I created this video training for you to help you get your head around everything you need to do before you start travelling.
I absolutely LOVED creating this for you and I can't wait to hear what you think of it. 🤍
Also, I forgot to mention in this live video that there is also a free companion guide that goes along with the training so that you can refer back to any part at any time!
To get your hands on the guide AND the training, just tap the link in my bio and select Travel Plan The Easy Way! 
(You'll also get to join my email list so you get EVEN MORE travel planning wisdom every week!)
Are you gonna go and watch it? Let me know! 🔥
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #traveltraining #travelplantheeasyway #freetraining #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 240: Your travel research covered ✅ I don't Day 240: Your travel research covered ✅
I don't know about you, but when I first started travel planning I didn't know where to start.
I knew I had to do some research, but I didn't really know what research I needed to do.
In today's video I'm breaking it down for you, starting from when you're not even sure where you're travelling to, and covering all the essentials.
Was this helpful for you? Have you been feeling overwhelmed with the research side of travel planning?
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelresearch #travelplanningmadeeasy #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
Day 239: Hostels! I've spent a lot of time in hos Day 239: Hostels!
I've spent a lot of time in hostels throughout my travels because they are great for budget travellers!
They are also the best places to meet other travellers, especially if you're going solo.
In today's video I cover everything from the great hostels to the terrible, and how to know whether you're getting a good one or not.
Was this helpful? Will you be staying in hostels when you travel? Let me know!
Don't forget to:
♥️ Double tap
💬 Leave a comment
📤 Share with a friend
📥 Save it for later
💌 DM me to chat!
#travelexpert #travelmentor #mindsetmentor #travelmindset #travelmotivation #mindsetmatters #travelplanning #travelplanningmadeeasy #hostels #hostellife #longtermtravel #worldtravel #firsttimetravel #firsttimetraveller #livefor365 #lastminutewanders
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