Flight booked, travel insurance paid for, what's next? Getting that rucksack in tip top shape ready for the adventure of your life time. My number one piece of advise would be to pack lightly - no you do not need two toothbrushes incase you lose one. I know it's all very well saying do not... Continue Reading →
I can say without a doubt that these past seven months have been a phenomenal, eye opening and astounding experience - one which I will treasure for the rest of my life. I am not entirely sure how to begin summarising what I have learnt, seen or felt on this journey but I shall try.... Continue Reading →
Make friends with funny folk - no one wants to be waiting endless hours for a flight and most people are probably bored. Make the best of a bad situation by talking to those around you. Especially if you are alone, laughing and joking with strangers will make the time fly by. My top tip... Continue Reading →
Solo travel is rather like riding the best roller coaster of your life, there are extreme highs and lows. In addition, unexpected occurrences will crop up. This could be discovering a hidden gem such as an incredible tranquil beach or it could be getting stuck taking four consecutive buses packed full of people. Either way... Continue Reading →
I should have know when I read the spirit airline slogo - Less money. More go, that is was an unreliable, unorganised and unprofessional company. While backpacking fellow travelers recommended the airline as a budget, money saving option. What they failed to mention was that while I would save a few dollars I would also... Continue Reading →
Learning a new language is no easy feat. I by no means would say I can fluently speak or understand Spanish. However, I have picked up enough to get by. To begin with I knew practically no Spanish, just the basics that I picked up in Peru three years ago. Throughout my three month Central... Continue Reading →
As I am sat here at the airport about to embark on my next adventure I can not help but think what a great time I have had in America these past 4 months. I have met incredible people, seen some beautiful places and learnt so much about different cultures (not just America's but the... Continue Reading →
We are going on a bear hunt 