We slow travel and wouldn’t have it any other way. Have you ever heard someone bragging about how many countries they’ve been to? They’re your typical Instagram junkie hitting all the major tourist attractions, snapping a photo, contributing to over tourism and could care less about responsible travel. Let’s break this down. If you want …
To say I am a passionate non-smoker is an understatement. Anyone that knows me personally can vouch there is nothing in this world I dislike more than cigarette smoke. Travelling to different countries, especially developing ones, can certainly be difficult for someone like myself, who is extremely sensitive to smoke. At this moment in time, …
Raise your hand if you’ve ever gotten sick after flying! ??♀️ Probably everyone has their hand up because it’s a super common occurrence! In fact, the Journal of Environmental Health Research says you’re up to 100 times more likely to catch a cold on a plane than you are in your normal routine. Gross.Nothing puts a wrench …
If you have ever wondered what makeup essentials you need to bring with you on a trip, the best cosmetics for travellers and even how to streamline your life and learn how to thrive with less, you are in the right place! I have spent the last year designing the ultimate Travel Makeup Guide, to …
Getting around Hoi An, Vietnam is pretty easy! The town itself isn’t over-populated and it doesn’t cover a lot of distance. Most visitors are happy to explore the town on foot, or by using bicycles. Bikes are usually provided to guests of hotels free of charge, or rented for a very affordable price in town. …
It seems that almost every hotel, homestay and vacation rental in Hoi An, Vietnam brags of being in the “perfect location”. While Hoi An is a relatively small city with a population of 120000, it’s quite spread out. Being within walking distance of Hoi An Ancient Town can look different for every traveler depending on …
Tokyo. It’s mesmerizing. Intimidating. Disorienting. Upsetting. Poignant. And yes, beautiful. – Anthony Bourdain Similar to Anthony, Tokyo was one of those places I could return to 100 times and still have no idea what I’m doing. Ever changing, constantly shifting and always an adventure. For the mind, the palate and the soul. My husband and …
Living in North America is getting more and more expensive. Many are barely just getting by and living from paycheck to paycheck. Imagine for a minute you could live a life of luxury for only $500 a week!? You wake up in luxury house overlooking the pool. The temperature is 27°C and stays that way …
Let me start this blog by saying the entire Vietnam Visa process is MUCH easier than I thought it was!I had major anxiety after researching Vietnam Visa’s online. So many guides said there were major hoops to jump through. One article said it was difficult to find a legit agency, while another told me I …
Hoi An, Vietnam is well known for its custom clothing, beautiful lanterns and hand made souvenirs at very affordable prices. Just how affordable? It depends on who you ask. The one thing you’ll notice missing from almost every shop is price tags. The home of the Unesco World Heritage site, Hoi An Ancient Town still …
Someone Has to Say It If I see one more cutesy photo of the Eiffel tower I’m going to vomit. The superficial travel photos are driving me absolutely insane. Hundreds of duplicates of the exact same photos of the same attractions. Over and over, just different people in new cutesy ways of posing in front …
Yes, everything you’ve heard about getting a massage in Bali is true. They are dirt cheap, insanely relaxing and available everywhere you look. Imagine paying someone $7 to give you a full body rub down while listening to sounds of waterfalls, breathing in scents of lemongrass, and finishing with a warm ginger tea. That is …