Category: Tips & Advice
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Cruising to Antarctica: Everything I Wished I Knew Before Visiting
Antarctica was the most expensive trip I’ve ever booked. No joke, I spent months comparing ships, reading forums, watching YouTube videos and wondering whether it would actually live up to the hype. Now that I’ve been there, there are dozens of things I wish someone had told me before I boarded the ship in Ushuaia.…
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Rumichaca Border Crossing at Night (Colombia to Ecuador): Is It Safe?
Rumichaca Border Crossing… I don’t think I’ve ever read anything good about this border crossing. It is the main (and recommended) border crossing to use between Colombia and Ecuador. If you’ve researched the Rumichaca border crossing, you’ve probably seen the same warnings over and over again: “Don’t cross at night under any circumstances.” Well… we…
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Rio Carnival Safety Guide: How to Party Smart
Let’s be honest. You’ve probably landed on this page because you’ve googled “Is Rio Carnival Safe?”. I don’t blame you, especially if you’ve never been to Brazil before or to a massive celebration/gathering like this. Here’s the honest truth: it’s safe enough, if you don’t make yourself a target. But also, sometimes, you might just…
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Camping Essentials: Gear up for an Unforgettable Adventure
One of the best times of year is here… being outdoors and in nature! Have you gotten your camping essentials ready so you can hit the open roads at a moments notice? Whether you’re headed out on a long term road trip or planning a short weekend getaway in the wilderness, having the right gear…
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Journey of Misadventure: How My Backpack Was Stolen in Peru
There are so many different types of misfortune that someone can experience while travelling… being robbed, stolen backpack/valuables, and missing a flight are some of the different scenarios. This is the story of how my backpack was stolen while visiting Lake Titicaca in Puno, Peru almost 5 years ago… Let’s remember: This doesn’t happen to…
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Solo Travel: Embracing Freedom and Empowerment
A revolution has started! More and more women are going against the grain and travelling alone. We have been told to avoid certain places or wait until we find a man someone to travel with. Travelling solo is a scary idea to many people, especially women. In all honesty, it’s not as bad as what it’s…
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Mistakes I’ve Made While Traveling: Lessons Learned
It’s not uncommon to make a couple of mistakes throughout your travels. Isn’t that how we learn best? Maybe. I know I’ve made my fair share of mistakes over the years but I gather myself after and learn how to overcome these or any other challenges. I would like to think it is part of being an adult.…
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Solo Female Traveller? How to Deal with Unwanted Attention
Most people only talk about all the good things that happened during their travels; the beautiful places, the amazing cuisines, the captivating culture and the people. It’s all rainbows and butterflies, which for the most part it is. I’ve been travelling (predominantly) solo for 3 years now and have since visited 17 countries. As a…