With its perfect sandy beaches, palm trees and relaxed seafront resorts, Zanzibar is like a dream. This island off the coast of Tanzania attracts holidaymakers looking for winter sun. I visited Zanzibar after an amazing safari in Tanzania and spent a relaxed week discovering its history, markets and beaches. Here is my complete 7 day […]
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Category: Destinations
The world is a huge place, so how do you choose where to go?
This destinations page is your gateway to exploring the cultures, landscapes and experiences that make each region unique.
Choose from Africa‘s majestic savannahs, Asia‘s rich traditions, Europe‘s historical treasures, Oceania‘s paradise islands, North America‘s ancient monuments or South America‘s colourful cities.
Browse my posts below to discover more about your dream destination.
Why You Need to Visit The Sanctuary Thailand (2025)
I was exhausted. I’d taken an overnight bus from Goa to Mumbai and flown to Kuala Lumpur, then an early morning flight to Koh Samui in Thailand. Finally, there was the boat trip to the neighbouring island of Koh Phangan. Luckily, I had arrived at The Sanctuary Thailand, my paradise home-from-home and one of my […]
How to Plan the Perfect Solo Trip to Goa (2025)
A few years ago, I was preparing to take a round-the-world trip by myself. I started with a solo trip to Goa in India. Friends had warned me it could be dangerous there as a woman by myself. But my Goa backpacking experience gave me some of my favourite travelling memories. Here is what I […]
This Is the Best Japan 3 Week Itinerary Including Okinawa (2025)
Japan has long been a top tourist destination, thanks to its unique and inspiring culture and food. If you’re travelling to Japan for the first time, you’ll want to see as much of the country as you can. Three weeks is the perfect amount of time – we spent 21 days exploring Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, […]