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I’m an independent traveller. I love to walk around, chat with locals, see things just off that well-worn path, and I’ve found the perfect app to help without me missing out on the sights.
Tag: Travel
Solo Writer’s Retreat? – Why It’s A Great Idea (How I Spent Two Days in York)
I didn’t allow myself to get distracted onto social media, I got into a work mindset and I’m sure that was due to the desk, the remoteness from home and the lone working space.
How to Spend an Awesome Day in Marvellous Muscat, Oman
I’m so glad Oman allow tourists the chance to walk around in such peaceful, contemplative spaces and see the spectacular surroundings. Truly WOW!
How a Day Alone in Pisa can Change Your Life (Even if you Don’t Drive a Ferrari)
I realised people travel to recover, to discover, to lose themselves, to find themselves, to work, to go back to basics, to move forwards to a new life.
Oman – Continued – Another MASSIVE tick on my bucket list!
In the water on the way back was a lone empty crisp packet, what a timely reminder that we MUST STOP single use plastic. It’s killing our seas, before we even know what’s in its depths! DO YOUR BIT!
Oman – Day 1 (My First Trip to the Sultanate of Oman.)
A small fence on the beach was a curiosity until we realised it’s one of the protected sites on the beach, where turtles have laid eggs!! YES!!! Turtles nest on this beach and I’m sat on it!
How to Spend Two Days In Kuala Lumpur, I Call It KL!
Tip: Take a rain coat, and do not leave it in the hotel room because it’s warm when you set off!
Vietnam – Through My Eyes
The cities are bright, busy and packed with energy
The countryside is wild and awe inspiring
Paphos, Cyprus – How a Turtle Helped Me Remember Why I Travel to New Places!
Maybe, just maybe, it’ll make them think twice about throwing that plastic bottle in the ocean.
Volterra, Italy – History and Handbags High in the Tuscan Hills
Painters, artists and writers have been drawn to this part of the world across the years.
Vietnam – The Hanoi to Hue Overnight Train – Not for the squeamish but an unmissable experience
British Rail would be twitching and litigating against such apparent recklessness
Why You Should Go On A Bike Ride In Hoi An, Vietnam
My untrained eye didn’t deceive me on that one as the seat dug into places it really shouldn’t, or at least not without due invitation!
Vietnam – Mekong Delta Day Trip – Coconuts, toffee and snakes
‘Hello love, here’s your jacket spud and beans and by the way how about holding a Python later.’
Introduction to Vietnam – it lived up to all my expectations…and more
I’m all for having body confidence however some people maybe should be educated in the art of epilation or the existence of nail clippers before venturing into the big wide world.
No Spoiler Book Review – Autobiography – The Motorcycle Diaries, Ernesto Che Guevara
You will learn so much about this iconic figure from 20th century history I don’t want to spoil it for you, but wow it’s worth the read.
What To Think About When Planning A Month Long Trip Around The Greek Islands
Travel planning is like decorating, it looks easy but it’s always so much easier for the professionals.
5 Reasons You Should Visit Christchurch, New Zealand, Aotearoa
People who had been said there wasn’t much to see. I think they went to the wrong place, because I found it inspirational.
Kaikoura, Aotearoa, New Zealand – Where I Saw My Very Own Blue Whale!
Kaikoura isn’t just about whales though, the land dwelling locals have a fun sense of humour with street artwork…
5 Reasons I Became A Backpacker, Yes Me, A 50 Year Old Woman!
I get asked this so often, so I thought I’d explain the 5 main reasons I became a backpacker as a 50 year old woman
Australia One Month Backpack Itinerary
I plan to do Lake Garda in my old age, maybe I’ve read too many books but it seems that sort of place doesn’t it? Good enough for DH Lawrence is good enough for me.