Southeast Asia is a popular destination for first-time travellers. The stunning beaches, infamous Full Moon Parties and budget-friendly accommodation make it an obvious place for millions of backpackers to begin their…
Something that I hear very often from people when I’m not travelling is that I’m brave for being a solo female traveller, often with a mixture of shock and awe in…
A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to be asked on Logan Greenwood’s podcast, the Mindset of Success. Logan Greenwood is a Strategic Intervention Coach with a focus on lifestyle…
Moroccan argan oil is the perfect travel companion. Moroccan argan oil one of the most versatile products out there and has many health and beauty benefits. This means that for backpackers…
Of all the first world problems to have, travel burnout aka backpacker burnout ranks pretty highly on the list. It seems silly to complain about how tired and overwhelmed you feel…
Without a doubt, the biggest question that plagued me before I embarked on my first solo adventure 3 years ago was how will I meet other travellers? I was so shy when…
This is a guest post by Amy Louise Stevens. Amy went to the same university as I did in Salford, England, but she now lives in Tarragona, Spain, and works as…
This is a guest post by Pauline Davis. After years of travelling the world, Pauline has had to succumb to a 9-5 life due to a long list of responsibilities, although…
It has come to my attention that a significant number of traffic to this blog comes from Poland. I don’t know why this comes as a surprise to me. I’ve spent…
For so many first time travellers, the idea of staying in a hostel is daunting. For many, the film Hostel comes to mind (thanks Eli Roth), alongside The Beach, where Leonardo DiCaprio is staying in…
