Solo travel is an enriching and character-building experience. However, with all the highs it provides also come the lows. While discovering new cultures and soaking in the excitement of the whole expedition, at times, you might find yourself feeling overwhelmed by the sense of consuming loneliness. Braving it alone and immersing yourself in the unfamiliar […]
Though visitors flock to the United Kingdom in the summertime for its traditional seaside escapes and music festivals, it’s worth paying a second look when the temperature begins to drop. As the leaves change colour and shops fill up with snug knitwear, the UK comes into its element. Here are a few reasons to visit […]
Whether you’re looking for a more meaningful gap year experience or just a change of scene from your usual holiday itinerary, these immersive travel experiences can elevate your time abroad and help you to really get to know the places you visit. Planning your summer 2022 bucket list? Here are some ideas that are sure […]
When it comes to booking a vacation with friends it’s not always easy to decide where to go, especially if you’re looking for an inclusive destination that caters to a range of different travel styles. Need some inspiration for LBGTQ+ group travel? Here are our recommendations: Book a skippered yacht charter If you’ve always fancied […]
If you’re a freelancer or business owner who has the luxury of being able to work from anywhere, travel can be easier to arrange. Here are some suggestions of the most inspiring locations to work remotely. Honolulu, Hawaii If beaches are more your style, Honolulu is a great place to work from, without going too […]
Japan is a country known for its culture, delicious food, technological wizardry, and its stunning landscapes (we are talking about you, Mt. Fuji). For a solo female traveller, Japan checks all the boxes one looks for before embarking on a solo trip. Safe? Check. Easy to meet other travellers? Check. Easy to navigate between cities […]
The southern states of the American south were the first areas of the country to be colonized, so the history of its cities reach back further and tell a more interesting history than you can find elsewhere. These are the top five historical areas to visit while you’re in America’s southern states, and why they’re […]
For this fall’s Living Abroad series, our next stop is Morocco. Sinclair, an American elementary school teacher, lives in Tangier, Morocco’s third-largest city. Here, Sinclair describes Moroccan nut, date, and avocado smoothies, her experience dating in Morocco, and Tangier’s unlikely love for Birkenstocks… Sinclair’s background: I moved to Morocco in September 2019 and quickly fell […]
One of my favourite riverside markets is Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market in Taling Chan district of Bangkok. I went there the other weekend and it was just as popular as ever. If you are worried about crowds, I would strongly advise you to arrive by 9:00am at the latest. This is a great place […]
Now is a great time to re-visit or take visitors to the Grand Palace as there are hardly any tourists. Usually there are long lines to take selfies, and then you will always get strangers in your photos. Not so at the moment. Entrance fee is ฿500 for foreigners and free for Thais. I’ve never […]
Finding safe and affordable adventures for disabled travellers was quite a challenge not too long ago. Thankfully, it’s no longer the case. There’s an increasing awareness about the importance of accessibility worldwide. Such attention is pushing for more inclusive policies regarding urban space. Come with us to explore some of the most exciting experiences that […]
The tradition of offering alms to monks on boats is not seen so much these days. In the old days, when canals were the highways, it was more common. One place where you can still observe this is at Kwan Riam Floating Market in Minburi district of Bangkok. If you come at 7:30am on Saturday […]
If you’re looking to book a vacation this winter you might assume that given the time of year it will be expensive as the popularity of seasonal getaways does tend to drive up prices. Thankfully there are lots of destinations in the USA that are ideal for a wintry escape and won’t push your budget […]
Hey everyone! Welcome back to Living Abroad, a series that shows you what expat life is like in cities around the world. Our latest interview features pastry chef Molly, who moved from Dallas to Paris to attend pastry school at the Cordon Bleu. She now lives in Versailles, France, with François, her French partner and their […]
Instagram doesn’t directly show how to crop a video before posting on your feed or your story and you can’t easily specify the dimension and size you want your video to appear on the app. This is why some social media marketers haven’t leveraged the full potential of video content to gain followers. In this […]