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Peru, a summary [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
It has taken me ages to get inspired to write again, and to be honest I’m still not very excitedContinue reading “Peru, a summary [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
The Galápagos – What I’ve learn from going to the Galapagos on a budget (And what I’ve learnt from sea lions) [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
Below there’s a description of my time at the Galapagos but also some tips about doing it on a budget.Continue reading “The Galápagos – What I’ve learn from going to the Galapagos on a budget (And what I’ve learnt from sea lions) [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Colombia, a summary [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
(Written in June 2022, published August 2022) I’m currently at the immigration queue on my way out of Colombia. OneContinue reading “Colombia, a summary [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Medellin. For the community. With the community. By the community. [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
From narco city to transformational city. This is how I will always remember Medellín. This was supposed to be oneContinue reading “Medellin. For the community. With the community. By the community. [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Medellin – where did time go? [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
I could have sworn that I only spent a couple of days in Medellin, but no… one week went byContinue reading “Medellin – where did time go? [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Cali – it’s a trap! (The best kind of trap)
Cali is a trap. You go there, want to stay for a few days and then continuously extend your tripContinue reading “Cali – it’s a trap! (The best kind of trap)”
Bogota – an introduction to Colombia [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
Getting to Colombia was no easy feat. It was an absolute shitshow at the airport, with 3-hours long massive immigrationContinue reading “Bogota – an introduction to Colombia [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
La Fortuna & Monteverde – Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
La fortuna and Monteverde are some of the most touristy areas in Costa, and there’s a good reason for that.Continue reading “La Fortuna & Monteverde – Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Costa Rica, a summary [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
When I first planned going to Costa Rica I intended to stay for a month. I had big plans! Rainforest,Continue reading “Costa Rica, a summary [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Manuel Antonio – Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
Manuel Antonio…. The place where I started to really relax. And the place where I changed half my plans aboutContinue reading “Manuel Antonio – Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
What I re-learnt about “volunteering” in a hostel in Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
I’m currently on a 6-month sabbatical and even though this is not a research sabbatical and I’m definitely not working,Continue reading “What I re-learnt about “volunteering” in a hostel in Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Tortuguero – Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
I’ve spent the past 4 days in Tortuguero, Costa Rica, One of the most remote places I’ve ever been to.Continue reading “Tortuguero – Costa Rica [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
From Vancouver to LA in 18 days – [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
I’m back (after not writing for ages) The post below is a very brief summary of my past 18 daysContinue reading “From Vancouver to LA in 18 days – [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
An unrequested list of things that will stress you out before travelling [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
During the last few weeks, before starting my adventure a few days ago, you could frequently hear me saying: “I’veContinue reading “An unrequested list of things that will stress you out before travelling [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
The Canadian Rockies in 9 days – Louise the Lazy, Jasper the Gem, Banff the Busy [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
For those who can’t be bothered to read the “stories” bit, I’m explaining my route and writing a “suggestions” atContinue reading “The Canadian Rockies in 9 days – Louise the Lazy, Jasper the Gem, Banff the Busy [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
Before we begin… [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]
We all talk a lot about our travels whilst you’re doing it and after we’ve come back, but very fewContinue reading “Before we begin… [The Americas – #chronicles 2022]”
If not now… then when?
In exactly one month I will be going on my next adventure, and even though I don’t usually write beforeContinue reading “If not now… then when?”
Hong Kong – to be continued… [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
I’m still trying to get my head around Hong Kong. I feel like you’ve got two options here… you comeContinue reading “Hong Kong – to be continued… [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Hanoi + Halong Bay – A sweet goodbye [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
I got back to Hanoi at around 5.30am after taking the night train. Once again, was pestered by taxi driversContinue reading “Hanoi + Halong Bay – A sweet goodbye [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Sapa (Vietnam) – a quickie :p [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
Let me start by telling you about the train to Sapa in whatever deluxe version cabin they decided to putContinue reading “Sapa (Vietnam) – a quickie :p [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Quy Nhon…. 24h of pure joy [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
Girls gets on the night train fairly confused about what’s going on since there’s not a lot of people speakingContinue reading “Quy Nhon…. 24h of pure joy [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Hoi an – missing you already [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
I got the train from Quy Nhon to Hoi an at 8.30am and as soon as I got to theContinue reading “Hoi an – missing you already [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Ho Chi Minh City – I just don’t think I’m a “chaotic city” kind of gal [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
I’ve got very (very) mixed feelings about HCMC. I’ll start with the bad bit, get it out of the wayContinue reading “Ho Chi Minh City – I just don’t think I’m a “chaotic city” kind of gal [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Phnom Penh – hmmmmm [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
Phnom Penh is slightly chaotic and a little bit weird. My main reason for being here is because I wantedContinue reading “Phnom Penh – hmmmmm [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Phnom Penh – The Killing Fields and S-21 (Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum) [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
This is a difficult one to write about and it won’t be long. Yesterday (31st Dec 2019) I visited theContinue reading “Phnom Penh – The Killing Fields and S-21 (Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum) [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
A letter to Mr. Koko [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]
To Mr. Koko, a tuk tuk driver from Siem Reap, Cambodia, who speaks 5 languages but was never taught howContinue reading “A letter to Mr. Koko [South East Asia Series 2019.2020]”
Laos – “Cop Tchai Lai Lai” [South East Asia Series 2019.20]
For anyone who’s ever read my blog you’ll know that I’m a planner. I’ve got a spreadsheet for the placesContinue reading “Laos – “Cop Tchai Lai Lai” [South East Asia Series 2019.20]”
Episode 4: Carrauntoohil, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)
Location: Carrauntoohil hike (Killarney to Dingle) Hostel: Killarney Railway Hostel, Killarney // Rainbow Hostel, Dingle To do: Hike Carrauntoohil Yes, this is anContinue reading “Episode 4: Carrauntoohil, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)”
Episode 3: Cork to Killarney, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)
Location: Cork to Killarney Hostel: Killarney Railway Hostel, Killarney To do: Kinsale, Timoleague Abbey, Clonakilty, Bantry, Killarney These was one of thoseContinue reading “Episode 3: Cork to Killarney, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)”
Episode 2: Dublin to Cork, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)
Location: Dublin to Cork (night in Cork) Hostel: Kinlay House Hostel To do: Lough Tay, Glendalough Monastic site, Kilkenny Castle and the RockContinue reading “Episode 2: Dublin to Cork, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)”
Episode 1: Dublin, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)
Location: Dublin, Ireland Hostel: Apache Hostel To do: Tour of Kilmainham Gaol, Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library We got to DublinContinue reading “Episode 1: Dublin, Ireland (Europe 2018 series)”
Episode 0: Ireland (Europe 2018 series)
The first European trip of this year was to Ireland. My bank account was still slowly recovering from my tripContinue reading “Episode 0: Ireland (Europe 2018 series)”
Chapter 15: The End [New Zealand series 17/18] ❤
I could sit here for hours and talk about New Zealand. I could try to put into words and writeContinue reading “Chapter 15: The End [New Zealand series 17/18] <3”
Chapter 14: Christchurch (with stop at Mount Cook) [New Zealand series 17/18]
Location: Christchurch (with Mount Cook stop) Hostel: YHA Rollerston House To do: Botanic Gardens Like every other trip, we always wish we hadContinue reading “Chapter 14: Christchurch (with stop at Mount Cook) [New Zealand series 17/18]”
Chapter 13: Queenstown [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Queenstown Hostel: Sir Cedrics Tahuna Pod Hostel To do: LOTR locations, Ben Lomond Track Where to begin….. I was very very apprehensiveContinue reading “Chapter 13: Queenstown [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 12: Te Anau & Milford Sound [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Te Anau and Milford Sound Hostel: Te Anau LakeFront Backpackers To do: Milford Sound tour I travelled to Te Anau on theContinue reading “Chapter 12: Te Anau & Milford Sound [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 11: Dunedin NYE 2017 [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Dunedin (for NYE) Hostel: On Top Backpackers To do: Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour Although I planned my trip loads of monthsContinue reading “Chapter 11: Dunedin NYE 2017 [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 10: Wanaka [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Wanaka Hostel: Base, Wanaka To do: Rob Roy Glacier Hike; and yes…check ‘That Wanaka tree’ When I first started planning my tripContinue reading “Chapter 10: Wanaka [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 9: Fox Glacier (Skydive) [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Fox Glacier [Greymouth stop] Hostel: Ivory Towers Backpacker Lodge To do: Skydive with Skydive Fox (http://skydivefox.co.nz/) My stay at Fox GlacierContinue reading “Chapter 9: Fox Glacier (Skydive) [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 8: Nelson & Abel Tasman 3-day Kayak Tour [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Nelson and Abel Tasman Hostel: Almond House Backpackers / Onetahuti camp (Abel Tasman) / Torrent Bay (Abel Tasman) / Aurora BackpackersContinue reading “Chapter 8: Nelson & Abel Tasman 3-day Kayak Tour [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 7: Picton & Marlborough Wine Tour [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Picton and Blenheim Hostel: Sequoia Lodge Backpackers, Picton To do: Marlborough Wine Tour Getting to Picton from Blenheim is pretty straightforward,Continue reading “Chapter 7: Picton & Marlborough Wine Tour [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 6: Wellington [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Wellington Hostel: YHA Wellington City To do: Lord of the Rings locations tour (if you’re a LOTR fan); Mount Victoria trek, TeContinue reading “Chapter 6: Wellington [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 5: Taupo and Tongariro Crossing [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Taupo and Tongariro Crossing Hostel: Haka Lodge Taupo To do: Walk around Taupo and enjoy the scenery; Huka Falls; Tongariro CrossingContinue reading “Chapter 5: Taupo and Tongariro Crossing [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 4: Matamata & Rotorua [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Matamata & Rotorua (North Island) Hostel: Rotorua Downtown Backpackers To do: Hobbiton (too obvious?), Tamaki Maori Village Evening Experience (with Intercity) If thereContinue reading “Chapter 4: Matamata & Rotorua [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 3: Paihia – Bay of Islands [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Paihia – Bay of Islands (North Island) Hostel: Haka Lodge – Bay of Islands To do: Haruru Falls trek, Waitangi Treaty Grounds,Continue reading “Chapter 3: Paihia – Bay of Islands [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 3: Auckland [New Zealand Series 17/18]
Location: Auckland (New Zealand) Hostel: Metro Adventurer Backpackers, Auckland Unfortunately I don’t have a lot to say about Auckland since I onlyContinue reading “Chapter 3: Auckland [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 2: The flights [New Zealand Series 17/18]
There’s a reason why I’m specifically writing about the looong flights from London to New Zealand and back…. It wasContinue reading “Chapter 2: The flights [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Chapter 1: A long-expected travel adventure [New Zealand Series 17/18]
I’ve been wanting to go to New Zealand since 2001. That’s 17 years ago, after I first watched The LordContinue reading “Chapter 1: A long-expected travel adventure [New Zealand Series 17/18]”
Episode 4: Vienna [Europe 2017 Series]
Location: Vienna (Austria) Hostel: Wombats City Hostel To do: Walking tour, Schonbrunn Palace tour and National Library (deffo the library!!!)Continue reading “Episode 4: Vienna [Europe 2017 Series]”
My own way of travelling… [MOWT]
Before I start describing my travelling adventures, there’s something you need to know. I’m a planner. I’m a project managerContinue reading “My own way of travelling… [MOWT]”
The beginning….
Just to explain the reasoning behind writing this blog. I’ve always been passionate about travelling, exercising and having a healthyContinue reading “The beginning….”
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