Travel Tips

Thai 7/11: a tale of bittersweet love

Thai 7/11: a tale of bittersweet love

August 27, 2019
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Personal Stories, Travel Tips
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"Bing-bong" the ubiquitous announcement of arrival that rings aloud with an unapologetic shrill tone. Shortly followed by a crisp, calm blast of faux-alpine air, peppered with the lingering scent of 1000 cheese and ham toasties. Sweet salvation. And a welcome respite from the midday heat. An oasis of tranquillity can be found amongst these dinky packe[...]
How To Pack Like A Minimalist

How To Pack Like A Minimalist

August 22, 2019
Travel Prep, Travel Tips
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Travelling with only a few possessions for prolonged periods of time has permanently changed my outlook on what it is to live (and travel) in a largely materialistic world. I've discovered that actually, you really don't need many things to live happily and comfortably. Though one of the smaller, and more practical lessons I've learnt from traversing [...]
How to spend 24 hours in London

How to spend 24 hours in London

August 14, 2019
Cities, Must do's, Travel Prep, Travel Tips
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The first time I visited London was on a stop-over from Australia to Rome and I had a measly 24 hours to explore the city. My quick stay consisted of frantically moving from one tourist attraction to the next in an attempt to jam as much into my one day in London as I possibly could. I left feeling overwhelmed and deflated, crushed by the hectic pulse of the[...]
5 Offbeat British Festivals to Catch this Summer

5 Offbeat British Festivals to Catch this Summer

August 9, 2019
Festivals, Travel Tips, United Kingdom
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Ah, the British summertime! When wobbly bits and sunburnt noses adorn every grassy knoll and poorly-laid beach towel, and it's finally acceptable once again to eat ice cream for breakfast. Although if we're thinking of a super traditional British summer, it's probably raining. But no less, festival season is upon us. But I don't mean Glasto, or Edinburgh[...]
What first-time travelers to Iceland should know

What first-time travelers to Iceland should know

August 5, 2019
Iceland, Travel Tips
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It’s an ever trending destination and a quick Instagram search will show you why there has been a real fascination with Iceland in the last few years. It’s the smooth glaciers and bursting geysers, the waterfalls with the long names nobody can pronounce, the famous blue lagoon and of course, the Northern Lights. Witnessing Iceland’s vast nature is l[...]
A weekend in Boston

A weekend in Boston

July 15, 2019
Boston, Cities, Inspiration, Travel Tips
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Boston is a city of firsts – it’s home to the first public library, the first institution of higher education, the first subway system and the first marathon was run in Boston. It was also in Boston that Alexander Bell invented the first ever telephone. Because of this, the city is steeped in history and has a rich heritage which surpasses that of many o[...]
5 simple ways to reduce your plastic use whilst traveling

5 simple ways to reduce your plastic use whilst traveling

July 14, 2019
Travel Tips
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It was when I was living out in the Middle East that I really got to thinking about my plastic use. I’ve not always been conscious of it. Over the past couple of years, with the help of the media focus on plastic use, I have become extremely aware of how much I use and the impact on our environment. The reason I got to thinking about it when I was l[...]
The Best of New Zealand's South Island

The Best of New Zealand's South Island

July 5, 2019
Must do's, New Zealand, Travel Tips
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Oh, New Zealand! Is there another country that packs more into such a small a space? From its rugged coasts to its long golden sandy beaches, to its towering mountains and winding rivers - its truly a country overflowing with so much phenomenal natural wonders. Wether you're seeking adventure, luxury or relaxation, New Zealand's South Island really does have[...]
Traveling in an era of terror: Overcoming Fear

Traveling in an era of terror: Overcoming Fear

June 13, 2019
Personal Stories, Travel Tips
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Reading the news in today’s climate can be depressing. Sometimes I feel that the state of the world is in disarray and hostility has become so endemic in global affairs that the future of our society seems doomed. The repercussions of this cascade into various aspects of life, and I really feel it when traveling. Even the most experienced and passionate tr[...]

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