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The Best Gift Experiences to Give to Travel Lovers (Whether They’re Travelling or Not)

Giving experiences instead of things is a wonderful way to show you care, and there are lots of fantastic gift experiences you can give to your loved ones. You could [...]

The Best Mother’s Day Travel Gifts for Mum

Looking for fabulous travel gifts for mum? You’re in the right place! I’ve picked out some of my favourite travel gifts for mums everywhere, whether you want Mother’s Day travel [...]

A Bright Clean Hostel Dorm - Hostel Essentials Packing List

Staying in a Hostel? Don’t Forget to Pack These Essential Items!

I love staying in hostels. They are a fabulous way to travel the world for cheap, you meet interesting people, make lifelong friends and have the time of your life. [...]

Woman on a Beach - Costa Rica Solo Travel Guide

The Ultimate Costa Rica Solo Travel Guide

Are you planning to visit Costa Rica as a solo female traveller and looking for some tips and advice? You’re in the right place! Costa Rica is the ideal destination [...]

Goulash Delicious Hungarian Soup - What to Eat in Budapest

Budapest Food Guide: What to Eat in Budapest Hungary

I must admit, when I think about delicious cuisine in Europe, Hungarian food doesn’t automatically spring to mind. However, there is some incredible food in Budapest to enjoy, and I [...]

Road Trip Gifts - A Model of a Car with a Gift on top of it

Christmas Sorted – The Ultimate Road Trip Gift Guide

It can be hard knowing what to buy for road trippers. If they’re on the road for work then practical gifts are more useful than cute and funny gifts, but [...]

What To Wear in London in Winter

If you’re heading to England’s capital city this winter, you’ll need to know what clothes to wear in London during the winter as the weather isn’t the best! But with [...]

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Black Friday Travel Deals & Discounts 2025

I’ve scoured the internet to find the best savings on all sorts of travel gear, trips and adventures for Black Friday 2025. Not all of the Black Friday travel deals [...]

Campervan at the side of the Road on a WA Road Trip from Perth to Broome

9 Must-Do Experiences on a Perth to Broome Road Trip

One of the best road trips in Australia is the drive in between Perth and Broome. This road trip largely follows the coastline of the state of Western Australia, although [...]

Blonda and Charlie - two cats I was petsitting for in Barcelona - how to be a housesitter

How to Be a Housesitter – Essential Tips to Get Started Housesitting!

If you want to know how to start housesitting, I’m here to tell you everything I have learned about housesitting and petsitting, including my top house sitting tips for finding [...]

My New Travelon Anti-Theft Crossbody Bag - Solo Travel Safety Items

25 Solo Travel Safety Items You Shouldn’t Leave Home Without

I don’t want to scare you, but unfortunately, bad things can and do happen, so it’s best to be prepared for them. That said, I don’t think that travelling alone [...]

Tourists Waiting for a Gondola Ride in Venice - What Not to Do in Venice

What NOT to Do in Venice – Tourist Mistakes to Avoid in Venice Italy!

I adore Venice, and it always surprises me when people say that they don’t like this incredible city. However, when I press them further it becomes clear that they didn’t [...]

Cat-Sitting for cute Cats in Barcelona - TrustedHouseSitters Review

TrustedHousesitters Review: House and Pet-Sitting Around the World

Housesitting is a great way to travel the world on a budget, as you get free accommodation in exchange for caring for someone’s home and pets – but it’s not [...]

Gondolas with the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in the background

How Much is a Gondola Ride in Venice?

Gondolas are an integral part of Venice, and some say you simply cannot visit Venice without taking a gondola ride. However, the price of gondola rides in Venice is really [...]

A Studio Bedroom with Kitchenette - Digital Nomad Accommodation

How to Choose the Best Digital Nomad Accommodation for You

Accommodation is often one of the most difficult aspects of digital nomad life and finding places to stay in each new destination can be exhausting! If you’re not sure what [...]

Incredible homemade Ravioli at my Pasta Cooking Class in Milan

You Need to Take This Amazing Cooking Class in Milan!

I love to eat. Trying local food and drink is one of my favourite things to do while I’m travelling, and a great way to do that is to take [...]

Claire Working on a Picnic Bench Outdoors - SafetyWing Insurance Review

SafetyWing Nomad Insurance Review – Digital Nomad Insurance

Travelling and working around the world as a digital nomad gives you unparalleled freedom and adventure, but it also comes with unique risks and challenges. Unfortunately, things can and do [...]

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Gorgeous & Useful Solo Travel Gifts

It can be hard knowing what to buy for a solo traveller. If it’s for their travels, then something small and useful is always appreciated, but I also love getting [...]

What to Eat in Peru - a Plate of Ceviche

What to Eat in Peru – Peru Food Guide

Peruvian food is famous all over the world, and for good reason. I loved the food in Peru and had great fun trying lots of traditional Peruvian dishes throughout my [...]

Ponies at my Worldpackers volunteering experience - Worldpackers Discount Code

Worldpackers Review (My Experience PLUS a $10 Worldpackers Discount)

Do you want to be able to travel for longer without worrying about money? Work exchanges are the best way for backpackers to save money while travelling, so I thought [...]

Claire at the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona - The Best Solo Travel Destinations

The Best Places for Solo Female Travel in 2025

If you’re planning a solo trip this year, I’ve got some excellent suggestions for you. I asked some of my fellow female travel bloggers to share their recommendations for the [...]

The Beautiful Palma Coliving Barcelona - Palma Coliving Review

Palma Coliving Barcelona – A Full Review

If you are a digital nomad coming to live in Barcelona for a few weeks or months, a coliving space can be a great way to make friends and be [...]

Claire in New Zealand on a Helicopter Tour Booked with GetYourGuide - GetYourGuide Review

GetYourGuide Review – Is GetYourGuide Legit?

I have been recommending GetYourGuide for booking tours and activities for years now, but it occurred to me that some of you may not have heard of the company or [...]

Cancun Solo Travel Guide

Are you planning to visit Cancun as a solo traveller? Cancun is one of the best places to travel alone in Mexico this Cancun solo travel guide will give you [...]

Me Sitting at a Viewpoint in Venezuela Looking Out Over a Valley - Solo Travel vs Group Travel

Solo Travel vs Group Travel – Which is Best for You?

I love solo travel. Travelling alone happened to me naturally when I wanted to go somewhere but didn’t have anyone to go with, so I just booked a trip. I [...]

Me at the Top of El Penol in Guatape Colombia - Solo Travel Colombia Guide

Colombia Solo Travel – Is Travelling to Colombia Alone Safe?

Colombia still has a bad reputation, but is it justified? Can Colombia shake off the dark shadows of the past when drug lords ruled over the country and violence and [...]

A Motorhome next to a Fjord in Norway with Mountains in the Background - How to Plan a Norway Motorhome Adventure

How to Plan a Motorhome Adventure in Norway

Norway is a fantastic destination to explore with a motorhome. Driving through Norway’s stunning landscapes in a motorhome or campervan means every turn reveals a new amazing sight to explore. [...]

Malaga Cathedral - Malaga Solo Travel Guide

Malaga Solo Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do in Malaga for Solo Travellers

Are you planning a solo trip to Spain? Malaga in southern Spain is a wonderful solo travel destination with great weather and plenty of fun activities to keep you busy. [...]

Hagia Sofia Reflecting in a Pool - Free Things to do in Istanbul

21 of The Best Free Things to Do in Istanbul Turkiye

There is something special about Istanbul, Turkey, or Turkiye as it is now known. This is a city rich in history and culture, with beautiful buildings and plenty of activities [...]

The Great Blue Hole in Belize dark blue circle in a turquoise sea

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Belize

Is Belize worth visiting? If you’re thinking about backpacking in Belize but aren’t sure if it’s for you, let us show you the best of Belize. In this guide, we’ll [...]

Mexico City Solo Travel: Is Mexico City Safe as a Solo Female Traveller?

Solo travel anywhere can be daunting, but with Mexico’s reputation, a lot of people have asked me if Mexico solo travel is safe, in particular in Mexico City. This huge, [...]

St Mark's Basilica in St Mark's Square - Free Things to do in Venice

20+ Free Things to do in Venice in 2025

Venice is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and, sadly, one of the most expensive cities to visit. However, that isn’t to say that you can’t visit [...]

Benagil Sea Cave Portugal - How to Visit the Benagil Caves

The Best Benagil Cave Tour to visit the Benagil Caves Portugal

Benagil Sea Cave is the most famous cave in Portugal and one of the most famous sea caves in the world. The best way to enjoy the coastline is to [...]

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7 Day Scotland Itinerary

I loved Scotland. I actually felt ashamed that I had not explored this country before, having lived in England for 30 years I’d only made a couple of short weekend [...]

Women eating pizza alone at a restaurant and enjoying it - The Joys of Solo Dining

Solo Dining: The Joys of Eating Alone in a Restaurant

I was never afraid of travelling alone, it didn’t occur to me to be scared of packing my bags and heading off somewhere new. However, there used to be one [...]

How to Prepare for Travelling Alone for the First Time

I speak to women all the time who say they could never do what I do. And men too for that matter! They can’t understand how I manage to head [...]

Going to the Beach Alone - Woman on a beach facing away from the camera wearing a large hat

Going to the Beach Alone – Solo Travel Tips

When you’re travelling alone, some things get more complicated. Going to the beach alone is one of those! Staying safe and keeping your belongings secure when you are on your [...]

Machu Picchu in Peru - Peru Solo Travel Guide

Peru Solo Travel Guide for Women Travelling to Peru Alone

I adored Peru. I spent about three months exploring this beautiful country alone, mostly early on in my solo trip to South America. Peru is vast, and many visitors underestimate [...]

Cool Campervan Gadgets for Your Next Road Trip

Looking for some cool campervan gadgets to add a little luxury to your camping trip? There is an argument for minimalist packing for a campervan trip, as space is at [...]

Tulum Ruins and the Beautiful Beach below - Tulum Solo Travel Guide

Tulum Solo Travel: A Female Solo Travel Guide to Tulum Mexico

If you’re planning to visit Tulum solo, you’ll find everything you need here! Tulum is a special place. Far less touristy, and much cheaper, than Cancun and Playa del Carmen, [...]

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