Travelling is an increasingly popular pastime but why do people love it so much? Scientists are now discovering that international travel is good for you in unexpected ways. So, what are the surprising benefits of travelling? Read on to find out why travel is good for you. Introduction to the benefits of travelling ‘Travel is […]
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Category: Advice
Are you thinking of going solo backpacking for the first time? Before I went on my round the world trip, I was doing all the online research I could. This section provides advice and inspiration on how to travel, so you can prepare for your journey.
Here you will discover why travel is good for you and all the surprising benefits of travelling. If you are concerned about your career, you may be wondering should I quit my job to go travelling? Perhaps you are worried about finances – find out the best way to manage your money while travelling. You can read my personal essays written while I was on the road and what I was learning at the time. Finally, read my reflections on the best thing about travelling solo around the world.
Should I Quit my Job and Go Travelling?
Should I quit my job and go travelling? This is a question I struggled with for a long time, and perhaps you are too. For me, it was balancing the idea of believing that the dream of travel could be a reality with the practicalities of making it happen. Here are five tips to help […]
Don’t Date A Girl Who Travels? Female Backpackers Respond
Don’t date a girl who travels. This is the title of a blog post that went viral a few years ago and has been translated into over 20 languages. Depicting a girl so in love with exploring the world that she is no longer satisfied with normal life, it has clearly resonated with a lot of […]
What’s the Best Thing about Travelling Around the World?
Someone asked me the other day, what has been the best aspect of my round-the-world travels? Was it the activities I’ve done, the people I’ve met, or the feeling of freedom and adventure? I had to stop and think. Of course all of these have been important elements in creating what has been an incredible trip. […]