Author Archives: Claire

New York on a Shoestring Budget

There’s nowhere quite like New York City. The heralded metropolis has been the subject of movies, songs, tv shows, dreams and conversations all over the globe. The city that never sleeps is famous for about a million reasons, and it really does live up to these expectations. But a complaint that travellers have time and […]

Free Things to do in Bath and Budget Travel Tips

Bath is an iconic city bursting with British culture and history; somewhere that I was lucky to live in for a year. Although it’s beaten to the title of the cheapest city in Britain by pretty much everywhere other than London, it’s a delight to visit – the quaint architecture and complex stories over the […]

The Top 20 Places to Visit in China

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China: it’s a country of legend and enigma, brimming with possibly the most dynamic history of any country in the world. It only opened up to outside tourism in the late 1970s, and to this day still sees relatively few international tourists when compared to other Asian countries. So where are the top 20 places to […]

Brisbane Itinerary: 3 Days in the City

Brisbane is often considered as the getaway to Queensland. It’s true that it’s an exciting Australian region to explore. Brisbane is the start and terminus for a lot of road trips, including the Brisbane to Sydney road trip. But don’t be in a hurry to leave the capital city behind you. If you have time […]

Road Trip in Australia: An Itinerary for the Whole Country!

G’day mates, I’m here to take you on a 6 month long road trip in Australia. Well, I’m not actually taking you (although maybe I’ll get the chance to do guided road trips around this beautiful country at some point, watch this space!), but, with this 6 month itinerary for the ultimate Australian road trip, […]

Planning a Trip to Mexico: A How To Guide

Are you thinking should I visit Mexico? You absolutely should – it’s a beautiful, diverse country, with something for everybody. With all sorts of terrains, Latin and Indigenous cultures, and an incredible variety of food, there’s so much to explore in the country, all which should be considered when planning a trip to Mexico. Mexico […]

Fun Things to do in Newcastle, Australia in 2 Days

Newcastle is a regional city in New South Wales, located around two hours north of Sydney. It’s definitely a place worth visiting in its own right. Newy as it is known, is home to some of the most beautiful beaches on NSW’s mid-coast, as well as cool little bars, shops and restaurants. It has been […]

Where to Stay in London: A Local’s Tips

Wondering what the best area to stay in London is? I’m here to help! I lived in London for 18 years and I know where to stay in London, whether you’re here on a backpacking trip, are travelling with kids or are wondering where to stay in London on a budget! This guide takes you all […]

3 Days in Hobart Itinerary: A Local’s Tips

I always rave about Perth, my favourite Australian city – but Hobart’s pretty special as well. Unfortunately, I only spent a couple of days here on my Tasmania road trip – so Kristy, who knows Hobart very well, has provided us with an itinerary for 3 to 4 days in Hobart! Take it away! I’m a […]

Why Sustainable Tourism is Important

If you’re interested in why sustainable tourism is important, I’m guessing you love to travel. So do I. But you’re probably wondering about the real impacts that travel and tourism has on the world – and whether they’re actually wrecking the globe. My interest in sustainability has been growing in the last few years, as […]