Before I travelled to Sierra Leone, it suddenly dawned on me that this might just be the first country I’ve ever visited that not a single other person I know has been to! Even when I visited Ethiopia and Sudan, I knew people who had gone before me, but Sierra Leone, well it had me […]
Tag Archives: Top Tips
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Jan
Jan
I have to admit, when I first headed to Finland, I was a Nordic novice. Yes, visiting Finland heralded my first time stepping foot into this very unique part of Europe and honestly, I didn’t know what to expect. All I knew was that it would be pricey (probs the reason I hadn’t been to […]
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Dec
Dec
If there’s one time of year everyone wants to visit Lapland, it’s in the lead-up to Christmas. After all, this winter wonderland just screams festive fun and if there’s one surefire way to get you into the holiday spirit, then kicking off Christmas in Lapland is surely it! And I should know! It’s not every […]
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Oct
Oct
Before I travelled to Mallorca, I honestly thought it was only a place for package tourists and badly sunburnt brits abroad! Admittedly, this might be due to an opinion formed during my childhood holidays there in the early nineties, but nevertheless, I certainly wasn’t aware of how great Mallorca was for independent tourists. I knew […]
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Mar
Mar
It’s an absolute budget travel favourite and an all-round backpacker classic – yes the mighty Thailand is just one of those countries most travellers visit. Known for its great food, vibrant culture, buzzing cities and cheap prices, Thailand remains an eternal favourite no matter whether you’re a gap year wanderer, a digital nomad, a scuba […]
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Sep
Sep
Planning to travel Bolivia? Then here’s 19 things to know before you go. One of the smaller countries in South America (although still massive if you come from Europe) beautiful Bolivia is one of the cheapest countries to travel in this continent. Chock full of amazing natural as well as cultural assets, Bolivia really is […]
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Jun
Jun
Perched at the top of Africa, peering over both the Mediterranean and the Sahara, the magical country of Morocco has long been a sought-after destination for travellers. Lured by the wonderful culture, food and history of this ancient land – not to mention the vast landscapes and great surf – Morocco is a traveller-treat in […]
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May
May
Planning to head to Malaysia soon? Then here’s the 15 things to know ahead of your trip there… One of my favourite countries to travel in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is a treat you shouldn’t keep waiting on your bucket list for too long. Thanks to its wonderfully unique culture, staggering natural diversity and some of […]
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Sep
Sep
I think it’s fair to say Armenia is pretty off the beaten track. Indeed before I adventured here, there were just a handful of bloggers writing about this country online. Which is why, after my amazing time here, I wanted to post an article that would give other travellers thinking of heading here a […]
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Jul
Jul
The little gem of Cambodia is a travel paradise! And here’s everything you need to know before you visit! Offering a slower pace of life than you’ll experience in neighbours Vietnam and Thailand, those who travel Cambodia often find it a welcome and relaxing break between these more hectic and fast-paced destinations. But while Cambodia […]