There’s no doubt that travelling is filled with highs. Whether they be literal – like climbing mountains or skydiving, emotional – like managing to conquer inner struggles and do things you never thought you would, or little highs like successfully doing laundry or finding an amazing local dish you love. There are so many highs […]
Category Archives: Plan Your Trip
All Destinations, Living Abroad, Mexico, North America, Plan Your Trip, Working Abroad
Everything You Need to Know About Living in Oaxaca, Mexico
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Feb
Feb
Oaxaca might well be becoming my new Byron Bay, aka the place I write approximately 482 blog posts on. You might have read (or even be coming here from!) my bumper Oaxaca travel guide – and there will be lots more where that came from soon! So, in May last year, I suddenly thought ‘wouldn’t […]
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Feb
Feb
One of my biggest passions is campaigning for mental health awareness. As someone who struggles with mental health issues, I know how important it is that we address and treat these conditions. But the thing is, I travel. I’ve built a blog and a career from travelling, which means that I do still travel even […]
All Destinations, Mexico, North America, Packing Lists, Plan Your Trip
What to Pack for Mexico: Full Mexico Packing List
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Nov
Nov
If you’re planning a trip to Mexico, whether that be a backpacking extravaganza around the entire country or a visit to one of the country’s many beach towns, you’ll no doubt be wondering what to pack for Mexico. Many of the items on your Mexico packing list will be the same as things you’ll need […]
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Sep
Sep
If you don’t already know, I absolutely love camping. So much so I lived in a campsite for 5 months in Byron Bay, and then road tripped around the entirety of Australia for a further 8 months. Along the way, I picked up some crucial camping know how, developed an absolute passion for living outdoors […]
All Destinations, Central America, Guatemala, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip
2 weeks in Guatemala itinerary
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Sep
Sep
If you’re searching for the ultimate Guatemala itinerary, look no more! A few years ago, I spent a summer in Guatemala, learning Spanish in Xela, exploring the beautiful Antigua, hiking up volcanoes and lazing around in the villages of Lake Atitlan. This Guatemala itinerary will show you the best ruins, lakes, volcanoes, cities and markets […]
Accomodation Guides, All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Plan Your Trip
The Best Hotels in Coober Pedy, South Australia
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Sep
Sep
When you’ve been driving through the outback for hours and hours on end with only the barren landscape and occasional kangaroo for company, you’re pretty happy to reach any kind of destination, trust me. When this destination is a town where everyone lives underground? Well, for me that just adds to the intrigue. Coober Pedy […]
All Destinations, Bulgaria, Europe, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip, Road Trip Itineraries
A Conclusive Bulgaria Road Trip Itinerary for 1-2 Weeks
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Jul
Jul
In the middle of the Balkans Mountains and the Black Sea lies Bulgaria, a country so rich in history and natural wonders that will take your breath away. Perfect for those that dislike mainstream tourist destinations, Bulgaria is in fact often overlooked by its popular southern neighbour, Greece. This Bulgaria road trip itinerary will show […]
All Destinations, Bolivia, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip, Road Trip Itineraries, South America
3 Weeks in Bolivia Itinerary for Adventure Seekers
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Jul
Jul
The land locked country of Bolivia, South America, has so much offer the traveller who wants to experience adventure, natural beauty and fascinating culture. From the world’s highest navigable lake, to the infamous ‘death road’ and the photogenic salt flats, this Bolivia itinerary shows the best of this must-see destination for anyone travelling to South […]
All Destinations, Australasia, Australia, Inspiration, Overland Travel, Plan Your Trip
Why You Should Take a Solo Road Trip At Least Once In Your Life
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Jul
Jul
“There’s heavy rain forecasted, right?” I asked the woman in the Hebel general store, a tiny village just over the Queensland border. “Will the road from here be alright?”. “It’s a highway”, she stressed. “Floodwater doesn’t go over the highway. Who are you travelling with?” “Myself” I replied. “I’m travelling alone”. She looked alarmed. “then […]