If you’re looking for tips on solo travel in Japan? Great, because this post has you covered. Not only did I spend one month travelling in Japan alone (and have been a solo female traveller for over 5 years!) but I’ve also invited other Japanese experts to share their thoughts on the best places to …
South Island New Zealand road trip: 1- 4 week itinerary
If you’re anything like me, then doing a South Island New Zealand road trip has been on your bucket list for the longest time. Heck, I had my first dream New Zealand Road Trip Itinerary running through my head before I’d even taken my first flight. So now, decades later and with years of travel …
That time I spontaneously volunteered at an animal sanctuary for five months.
“On behalf of everyone who’s ever exhibited impulsive behaviour, you have to admit that my personal brand of spontaneity is pretty harmless. I’ve seen people get themselves in all sorts of trouble as a result of impulsivity. But me? This morning I decided that I simply MUST learn how to build a house for a …
Does it snow in Sydney, Australia? (& best places to see snow near Sydney!)
With its beautiful coastlines and typically warm weather, you might wonder, does it snow in Sydney, Australia? Well, during my time living in Sydney, I was able to see snow in New South Wales! And, depending on the forecast each year, there are places you can go to see snow in the greater Sydney region. …
11 best South Island hot springs, New Zealand
If you’re wondering where to find the best South Island hot springs in New Zealand, you’ve comme to the right place. From beautiful hot pools overlooking stunning New Zealand scenery to rejuvenating natural hot springs, South Island will invite you to take a soak in one of these spectacular environments. Hot springs are the perfect …
Java Itinerary and 2-week Java Travel Guide
My Java Itinerary & 2-week Travel Guide wraps up my entire Java travel guide series. I hope to give you a single, complete itinerary to help you plan your trip. Throughout this Java itinerary guide, I have linked to personal comprehensive blog posts which focus on each place you will visit on the route. This …
Solo Hiking the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail – 4-day itinerary
I’m delighted to share my experience solo hiking the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail in this Kumano Kodo blog! This blog post contains information about what turned out to be my favourite 4 days from solo travelling in Japan. It really is an incredible country to hike in, and I’m keen to share my tips with …
9 digital nomad essentials I rely on as a neurodivergent remote worker
Considering becoming a remote worker but aren’t sure how to set up as a freelancer abroad? In this post, I’m going to discuss the digital nomad essentials that helped me become a remote worker two years ago – and I’ve not looked back since! As a neurodivergent digital nomad, I have to work extra hard …
Is Hue worth visiting? Pros, cons & Hue travel tips!
If you’re wondering is Hue worth visiting? then I’m here to help you decide whether to add it to your Vietnam travel plans. Although I personally loved my two days in Hue, in this post, I’ll give my honest opinions on whether it’s worth including on your busy travel itinerary. Did you know that Hue …
Maruia Hot Springs Review – magical Lewis Pass hot pools
This blog post includes my review and experience of staying at Mariua Hot Springs, Lewis Pass. (Spoiler alert: wow, just wow!) Tucked away along the winding Lewis Pass and resting against the Maruia River, is a place I’ve come to think of as the most otherworldly hot spring in New Zealand. Camping at Maruia Hot …
15 best things to do in Ludlow and Shropshire, England
Want to find out the best things to do in Ludlow, England? Read on to discover the best things to do and see on a 2-day Ludlow itinerary, based on the real travels and experiences of an England native. Besides staying in Ludlow for a week this year, I also grew up in the West …
Why petsits are the purrfect match for solo travellers
As an introverted solo traveller, I’ve spent plenty of nights alone over my six years exploring the world. And, to be completely honest, sometimes the loneliness has been very challenging. But these days? Petsitting has changed all that. And I know (I know!) that human connection is also super important. But I ain’t going to …