If you’re considering moving abroad to another country, there’s much that you need to think about before you get going. If you’re going alone it’s much easier because you only have to consider yourself and what you need, but if you’re taking a family with you then there’s a lot more planning involved. The very…
This blog post is all about a Battambang itinerary for Cambodia. While we were planning the Cambodia leg of our backpacking trip, we were also watching the TV show “Race Across the World”. A couple on that show visited the Battambang Bat Caves during their time in Cambodia and we were sold. We decided then…
Welcome to week twenty of the backpacking diaries. I’ll be updating you weekly on where I’ve been, what I’ve been getting up to, and most importantly, how I’m really feeling about this insane decision I’ve made. As you probably know, I’m currently backpacking through Asia after quitting my job and leaving London for good. I want…
Flying gives some great experiences but it can also lead to some unexpected dilemmas. When something goes wrong with your flight or your luggage, did you know that you are protected by air passenger rights? Delays, cancellations, denied boarding, or lost luggage are all really stressful situations. AirHelp helps air passengers understand their rights. So if you…
Welcome to week nineteen of the backpacking diaries. I’ll be updating you weekly on where I’ve been, what I’ve been getting up to, and most importantly, how I’m really feeling about this insane decision I’ve made. As you probably know, I’m currently backpacking through Asia after quitting my job and leaving London for good. I want…
This blog post is all about what to do in Phnom Penh. Situated at the meeting point of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers, Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s dynamic (some might call it chaotic) capital city. While it offers a poignant look into the country’s past, it also pulses with contemporary energy and modern attractions. …
This blog post is all about the best Bar Harbor hotels to stay at in Bar Harbor, Maine. Bar Harbor, Maine, is a picturesque coastal town known for its stunning views of Frenchman Bay and as the gateway to Acadia National Park. Whether you’re looking for a cozy budget-friendly inn or a luxurious waterfront resort,…
We started our exploration of Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City. It was our first introduction to the country, and most importantly, its cuisine. From pho to banh mi to Vietnamese coffee, we tried it all. From our short time in Ho Chi Minh City (or Saigon as it was previously known), below were our…
This blog post is all about a Siem Reap itinerary. After spending one month travelling through the South of Thailand, our next destination was Cambodia. And our first experience of Cambodia was in the city of Siem Reap that followed this Siem Reap itinerary. Nestled in northwestern Cambodia, Siem Reap serves as the gateway to…
If you’re planning to backpack Asia, you’re in the right spot. I’m currently four months into my backpacking trip and have learnt a lot from mistakes but also things that I’m glad I pre-empted. One of the questions I’m asked a lot is around packing. What to pack and what not to pack. So I’ve…
Welcome to the backpacking diaries, where I’ll be updating you weekly on where I’ve been, what I’ve been getting up to, and most importantly, how I’m really feeling about this insane decision I’ve made. As you probably know, I’m currently backpacking through Asia after quitting my job and leaving London for good. I want to remember…
This blog post is all about the best bars on Broadway in Nashville. Aside from New York City, Nashville, Tennessee is my favourite city in America. There’s nowhere better to experience some of the best live country music than in the bars on Broadway in Nashville. Broadway, Nashville is one long street jam-packed with bars,…