They’re the one thing than can undo even the most experienced travellers and their well-laid plans causing chaos and disrupting itineraries like no tomorrow. Yes, we’ve all made that mistake of not checking the visa requirements of a country well enough in advance and for a few of us unlucky ones have even had it […]
Category Archives: Destinations
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Aug
Aug
I have to admit, when I first visited Prague at the age of 18, I found it widely overrated. WOAH! I know right, one of the most popular cities in Europe? Overrated? What was I thinking? Well honestly, I don’t know, so at the ripe old age of 33, I decided to return to this […]
ISRAEL, JORDAN, Middle East
How to Travel from Amman to Jerusalem: Everything to Know About Crossing this Border
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Aug
Aug
Did you know there’s a way you can cross from Jordan to Israel and back without getting your passport stamped by either country? Did you know there’s a way you can get from Amman to Jerusalem in just a few hours? Well if the answer to either of these questions is “no”, or “yes, but […]
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Aug
Aug
Myanmar is a wonderful country for solo travellers in Asia. Aside from the fact that it is both friendly and safe, this charming destination offers unique travel experiences that differ wildly from anywhere else on earth. Perfect for budget travellers too – given the choice of accommodation and comfortable transportation at very reasonable prices, […]
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Aug
Aug
If you’re searching for the best things to do in Istanbul for first timer visitors, prepare to fall completely under this city’s spell. There’s nowhere quite like Istanbul. Stretching across both Europe and Asia, this incredible Turkish city has spent thousands of years at the crossroads of empires, religions, cultures and trade routes, and you […]
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Aug
Aug
Packing for the Middle East can be something of a nightmare, especially if you’ve never ventured there before. I mean really, what on earth do you pack for a part of the globe that includes deeply religious and conservative countries, along with red sea beach resorts and hipster trendy cities? It’s a complete mind boggle, […]
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Aug
Aug
If you haven’t already heard, I’m currently championing Egypt as one of the best travel destinations going. Honestly, it’s astounding just how diverse and delightful this country is, especially in terms of the amazing historical and natural sights on offer. The country is also safe – or at least I felt secure when here – […]
02
Aug
Aug
A great way to keep things cheap when you travel is to not travel too far and while that sounds amazingly unexciting, especially if you live in a country like the UK comme moi, it’s actually rather exciting indeed! (Am I getting old?!) Because while travelling to the far-flung corners of the globe is […]
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Jul
Jul
From the mesmerising deserts of Jordan to the Mediterranean coastline of Lebanon, the madness of Turkey to the temples of Egypt (which I’ve decided to include as part of the Middle East for the purposes of this post), this area of the globe is as diverse and dazzling as it is different and sometimes dangerous! […]
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Jul
Jul
Honestly, Egypt is one of the best travel destinations you can head to right now. Chocked full of sensational historical sights, amazing adventures, bustling cities and welcoming locals, it really is hard to believe just how affordable it is to adventure here. Ending my 10 month African journey in Egypt – having travelled north overland […]