One Year Since Moving to Galapagos, Ecuador

By |2017-09-17T09:23:13+09:30September 18th, 2017|Categories: Destinations, Ecuador, Life on the Road, South America|Tags: , , , , |

This week marked one year since I decided to permanently move to Galapagos, Ecuador and I have no regrets. The changes in my life, the struggles I've experienced arriving and staying here, and the lack of first world amenities are [...]

The Best Things in Life are Free!

By |2017-04-03T07:06:04+09:30April 3rd, 2017|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , , |

In everyday life we all seem to get so caught up in material things. Whether that be the latest style in shoes, eating at the most popular restaurant or staying in an amazing hotel while holidaying in the current 'must-see' location. Yes [...]

4000 Islands from Cambodia to Laos

By |2017-01-24T08:02:11+10:30May 16th, 2016|Categories: Asia, Destinations|Tags: , , , , , , |

The 4000 Island Chain runs from the middle of Cambodia along the Mekong River into Southern Laos. It is a remote and stunningly beautiful stretch of islands dotted with small towns, rice fields, and beautiful scenery. The town of Kratie [...]

Disrespectful Travelers

By |2016-05-11T20:27:41+09:30May 12th, 2016|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

I was horrified by a story I heard today. A friend who was recently in the Galapagos Islands told me about a couple of girls he was with during his travels, who spent a day by themselves exploring the island. [...]

When Natural Disaster Strikes your Loved One’s Travel Destination

By |2016-04-17T20:10:51+09:30April 18th, 2016|Categories: Ecuador, South America|Tags: , , , |

I received a Facebook message this afternoon from my boyfriend saying that a 7.8 scale earthquake had struck the coast of Ecuador. My immediate reaction was to not type a message back but get him on the phone immediately so [...]

“Where Should I Holiday Next?”

By |2017-01-24T08:02:53+10:30April 14th, 2016|Categories: Life on the Road|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

Many people often ask me where they should holiday next. It can be a difficult decision if you're short on time or money, and would like to get the most out of your holidays, or if you're just looking for [...]

Adjusting to Stationary Life…Again

By |2017-01-24T08:03:03+10:30April 11th, 2016|Categories: Life on the Road|Tags: , , , , , , , |

I've been back in Australia for two months now, and aside from the usual post-travel blues of a traveler who finds themselves stationary for a while, I've found myself missing specific things about where I've been for the past year. [...]

La Paz – An Edgy City in the Sky

By |2017-01-24T08:03:13+10:30March 31st, 2016|Categories: Bolivia, Destinations, South America|Tags: , , , , , |

Before arriving in La Paz, Bolivia I had heard mixed reports from other travelers. Some said it was a boring city with not much to do, others warned me against the danger of both the people and the food. So [...]

How to Score the Best Seat on a Plane

By |2017-01-24T08:03:43+10:30March 9th, 2016|Categories: Life on the Road|Tags: , , , , , , |

I have a dream of one day scoring a free upgrade to business class on a long-haul flight. I am yet to realise this dream. But just because it hasn't happened yet doesn't mean I don't try every time I [...]

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