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5 travel mistakes I made, so you don’t have to

November 16, 2018

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It’s kind of hard to believe that I traveled for so long and came so far without any major hiccups. But then 2018 seemed to be a year of epic travel and epic mistakes. I don’t think I slackened my defenses. I guess some years are just luckier than others, and clearly, the more you travel the more you’re at risk of at least a few fails. We’ve all proba[...]

Managing Your Mental Health on the Road

October 21, 2018

Jodie

Solo Travel, Travel Prep

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I must confess, on many a sun-filled day I’ve sat alone in hotel rooms, skimming mindlessly through stations, desperately in search of Animal Planet. AC on, curtains closed and Pringles crumbs scattered carelessly about the bed… probably. This is the side of travel that people don’t talk about, don’t blog about; the days that aren’t spent living your best li[...]

Everest Base Camp Trek- The Ultimate Packing Guide

September 11, 2018

Gemma

Travel Prep

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Trust me when I say that when you’re at an elevation of 5335 metres, having trekked about 65 kms, with another 65 kms to get back down, you 100% want to be travelling as light as possible. Every last ounce feels 100 times heavier when your oxygen levels are at 75% and you can barely string two sentences together. So, to start with, plan to pack all the ne[...]

Why Cyprus is a perfect backpacking or solo travel destination

June 28, 2018

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Beaches, Cyprus, Solo Travel

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Contrary to popular belief, Cyprus’ tourism product is not designed only for 18-year old partying or for elderly couples’ long term retirement holidays. Just like other countries such as Spain, Greece, Morocco, Egypt, Turkey and many South East Asia countries, you can design your trip around your interests and budget without any limitations. Distance and [...]

10 great tips for backpacking Europe

April 5, 2018

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Solo Travel, Travel Tips

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As much as my generation may have been defamed for being so obsessed with the social-media, and being termed everything from twit to ditz to social-media whores, it would be imprudent to overlook the plethora of benefits this very same social media offers, other than instant gratification of course! Another ingratiating vice which my generation has provid[...]

Why long-term backpacking sent me spiralling into depression

March 23, 2018

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Personal Stories

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Just because you’re on the other side of the world, it doesn’t mean you can’t be depressed. When I went traveling for the first time, I was excited to flee the country and immerse myself in new sights, sounds and experiences. Little did I know that traveling would plunge me into the depths of depression. Let me start by saying that I absolutely do not ta[...]

10 tips to backpack with comfort & style

October 29, 2017

Emma

Travel Tips

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Last time I went backpacking in Asia - I mean properly with no plan or time-limit and only the idea that this was to be the start of something new - I was 18. It was right after I finished school. I got butterflies in my stomach whenever I saw a surf dude, my mum had forced me to buy a terribly ugly pair of Ecco sandals and my backpack was so big that I nee[...]

7 Unmissable Experiences in Croatia: From Mountains to Island Hopping

October 13, 2017

Emma

Islands, Mountains, Off the beaten track, Wanderlust F

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For some people travel means relaxation and a break from normal life. Laying on the beach with a drink. Reading a book by the pool. Well, for me it doesn't - even though I sometimes wish that was enough. When summer turned out colder then expected, I started to look for a cheap holiday with sun, adventure, culture and nature. Preferably with hidden, private [...]

4 Packing Tips to Nail looking Stylish & being Comfy

October 10, 2017

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Fashion, Guide F, Travel Tips

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Traveling in style need not necessarily mean that you have to lug around tons of luggage and pack your whole wardrobe for a vacation. Travel style can be versatile and customized to your preference, only if you can decide on a few solid pieces of clothing or essential accessories to build your look on. Over-packing accessories can prove to be a waste of t[...]

The ultimate packing list for a lifetime of travel

October 4, 2017

Emma

Favs F, Travel Prep, Travel Tips, Work & Travel

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"To pack for a lifetime" - just to hear that sentence makes me feel exhausted. How would it ever be possible to fit a whole life into a 40L backpack? To choose a too-big bag and to bring too many things when you have decided to leave your stationary life and go nomad is the worst thing you can do. The backpack will be a nightmare to carry around and you will[...]

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