Jutting out into the Persian Gulf, connected to Saudi Arabia by a causeway but in reality a tiny island (a fifth of the size of Qatar), Bahrain is a Middle Eastern nation that few tourists visit. Those seeking glitz and glam head to Dubai, travellers on extended layovers touch down in Qatar, and more recently, […]
Category Archives: All Destinations
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Jun
Jun
Is Turkey safe? Generally, yes! I’ve travelled the length and breadth of Turkey, and I have honestly never felt unsafe here. I’ve also spent time as a solo female traveller in Turkey, and with usual precautions, never found it too challenging to travel. Here are all my thoughts on safety in Turkey! Is Turkey safe? […]
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Jun
Jun
Are you planning to hike Everest Base Camp? I recently returned from the EBC hike, and I put together a few top travel tips to help you with your trip planning. These are the things I wish I knew before doing the hike! Top Everest Base Camp tips from my trip to Nepal! If you’re […]
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May
May
Knowing what to pack for Everest Base Camp is an absolute minefield. Before I went on the Everest Base Camp Trek, I had no idea what to pack. I spent hours scouring through different websites, trying to work out how to pack everything I needed and do so effectively. So, I decided to write this […]
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May
May
If you’re planning a trip to Nepal, you might be wondering “is Kathmandu worth visiting”? Kathmandu, the buzzing capital of Nepal, is an assault on the senses. Horns penetrate the air day and night, you’ll constantly be weaving in and out of traffic, smelling curry from streetside restaurants and admiring brightly coloured prayer flags strung […]
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May
May
Is Nepal worth visiting? Yes, I think so! The world’s highest mountains, prayer flags fluttering in the breeze, the smell of dahl baht from restaurants lining the streets of Kathmandu and a range of climates, terrains and cultures – there’s so much to love in Nepal. Nepal as a nation is well, well worth visiting […]
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May
May
Is Kathmandu safe for travellers? This post is my analysis after my week here! The buzzing Nepali capital of Kathmandu is plenty of things. Hectic, vivacious, a little overwhelming – but is it safe? Generally, I thought it was safe, but if you’ve not travelled to similar cities, there are a few things that you’ll […]
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May
May
When I returned from my Everest Base Camp trek, I was asked one main question – “what’s the cost of hiking to Everest Base Camp”? Luckily, I’d taken detailed notes on the trek so I could write this very post! I hiked to Everest Base Camp with a guide, but I’ve calculated the costs for […]
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May
May
Looking for the top things to do in Kathmandu? Here’s a full guide from my recent trip! Kathmandu’s an effervescent city. All day and most of the night, you’ll hear the buzz of motorcycles in the street, accompanied by bright prayer flags fluttering from virtually every building, the smell of momos (local dumplings) meeting your […]
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May
May
Is Nepal safe for travel? Yes, but there are a few things to consider before planning a trip here! I recently returned from my first trip to Nepal, and before visiting I had a few questions about the country’s safety. So I endeavoured to write up all of my thoughts on Nepal safety and put […]