Category: Travel
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Experiencing loss at 5 and accepting loss at 33
Loss at five years old When I was four turning five years old, I experienced loss for the first time. Of course, I didn’t really know what loss was or meant, but I knew when I saw my father crying his eyes out on the sofa, that the feeling of loss wasn’t a good one.…
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The BEST Backpacks To Travel The World With in 2026
How do you know which backpack is the best for you? I look at the best backpacks for 2026 for short term, mid term and long term travel!
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The 5 best books to take on your travels
I’ve wanted to write about some of the best books to take on your travels for a while, especially considering I spent the best part of my travels around Central America and Argentina carrying three books around in my backpack (and they were certainly not lightweight reads). Yes, a Kindle would have been much easier,…
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The 5 types of people you encounter on a flight
After taking many flights across the world over the years, it’s become apparent that all humans are the same, more or less, when it comes to how we act on flights. I’ve been the person in each of these examples and also the person who complains about it too. So let’s dive straight in. The…
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8 types of people you meet travelling
Today marks nearly three months since I began my travels through Central America. At the ripe age of 32, I said to myself maybe this would be the last time I’ll be in the position to travel; with some pocket money behind me, no monthly rent that breaks my bank, no mortgage – let’s be…
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What is my why? Why am I here?
It’s been a few months since I last wrote, but I figured this was the best time. First of all, hello from Guatemala. Yes Guatemala. I’ve been to a few countries since my last post, including Nicaragua and El Salvador. It’s gone fast, but it’s been great and I am glad I’ve done this trip…
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Travelling Costa Rica: Amazing highs; pockets of loneliness
A short diary entry to get me back into the habit of writing I think! The year is 2026 (oof can you believe it). I am currently sitting on a bus in Manuel Antonio, having fallen over in the street, so now I can add partially scraped knees and ruined feet, to the bumps and…
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When ‘life’s too short’ stops you from living
Hello everyone! Wow it’s been a while since I’ve written on here, which seems to be the starting sentence for the most ‘recent’ blogs. In short, I’ve felt like I haven’t been able to write about anything positive to do with mental health, when there are often times I’m really battling with it. It would…
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Top 5 Christmas Gift Ideas for Backpackers to Boost Mental Health
HOLD YOUR HORSES I’M WRITING AN ARTICLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN AGES HOORAY. Why? Well, the writing cloud has lifted today, and I felt inspired by my friend who has just booked a trip to Thailand. Jealous and inspired that is 😉 Now that it’s coming up for Christmas and Chanukah (keeping my Jew…
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How to Start Backpacking: A Beginner’s Guide to Travelling & Maintaining Mental Wellness
Backpacking offers a unique way to connect with nature, explore cultures, and challenge oneself. While it may seem daunting, with the right preparation and mindset, anyone can start this rewarding journey. Discover how to prioritise mental wellness while embarking on your backpacking adventure.