Much more than just a popular stop for river cruises along the Rhone river, Avignon is a charming city where you’re bound to find yourself swept up in its history and friendly atmosphere. Pont Saint-Benezet As a small child my mother used to sing to me the little song Sur Le Pont D’Avignon. She loved …
Dear Airlines, Did you know that solo female travellers are one of the fastest growing demographics travelling internationally? We may only book one seat on a plane at a time, but we are travelling more often than most. I for one, travel on a long haul international flight at least 4 times per year. Sometimes …
As I stand in this beautiful city once more, I’m swept up in its magic and am reminded that Paris is the city of enlightenment, a place to just be, a place where you are sure to walk in the footsteps of past intelligentsia. Feeling the rays of warmth from the autumn sunshine and seeing …
Women are leading the way by travelling the world solo. If you’ve ever wanted to travel alone here are some amazing women who’ll inspire you to just do it. Arunima from Namaste, Solo Travel I have been travelling solo for almost 6 years now. I come from a culture and upbringing where travelling was a …
For many years in the world of work, I travelled around Australia as a business traveller. Most times eating and staying alone in each of our capital cities. During this time people would comment on how glamorous my life seemed, but business travel is not for everyone. After a while planes seem like crowded buses …
Travelling alone provides you the opportunity to step outside your comfort zone, learn new things about yourself, meet new people and create wonderful memories. If you’re longing for far away lands and always wanted to venture out on your own, here’s 10 essential tips for your solo travels. 1. Book accommodation close to public transport …
To be painfully honest, if you’re reading this now the likelihood of you being addicted to travel is extremely high. Travel is one of the few things that once hooked, can lead to new experiences, meeting new people and learning about new places. Travel addiction can leave you poorer, yet richer at the same time. …
Different travel styles or just go your own way?
Learning a little of the language of your destination can help enhance your travel experience.
Cities are great places to travel on your own. You can be surrounded by others even though you’re on your own. Cities have more public transport options so you can get around on your own. You’re bound to find lots of free things to do and see around a city. If you’re thinking about a …
There’s so many places to go in the world that sometimes it can be overwhelming figuring out where to next. I asked a great bunch of travel experts where are the best countries to visit in your 40’s and beyond. Here’s where they recommend. Spain Contributed by Bec and Mark from Wyld Family Travel Why …
If you’ve followed me for a while you’ll know of my penchant for travelling abroad. For me there’s nothing better than jumping on an airplane and spending time immersed in different cultures and historical destinations. I’ve also lived and traveled around Australia most of my life. Australia is the lucky country. It’s a great place …
Traveling is a fun and enriching experience, but while most people mean well, there are a few that see tourists as easy pickings. Being a victim can put a damper on any vacation, so to avoid that, here are 11 tips for keeping safe while you travel. 1. Stay aware when you travel alone Even if …
Disclaimer: This post contains Compensair affiliate links and I may earn a commission (at no cost to you) based on making a claim through my links. Travel is one of the times in your life when you are reliant on things going right. This is most certainly true of international travel. Most times things …
Malaysia is a beautiful part of the world that should certainly be explored if you have the taste for traveling somewhere new this year. But with somewhere that’s new, there’s the question of what’s there to do? Well in Malaysia there is certainly plenty of places and experiences just waiting to be explored. So here …