Long term solo travel on a budget.
After spending most of last year hiking above 3000m; struggling to breathe, suffering from altitude sickness, carrying a 20kg bag and sleeping in tents when it's far too cold to be outside... a walking holiday in the hills of Scotland with the luxurious Gartmore Estate was exactly what I needed. If you love walking, but also love a little comfort and luxury at the end of a tough day, then this will be the holiday for you, too.
When I first moved to Australia I thought it was a perfect mix of America and England, but even after just a few weeks here I realised that all three countries couldn't be more different from each other. Here are the ten biggest differences I've noticed after living in all three. Also, sorry about the …
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Iceland, the land of fire and ice. Vast plains and black beaches, snowy mountains and active volcanoes, ancient history and dramatic landscapes. It's one of the most beautiful countries I've ever been to and it needs to be put on your bucket list right now. https://flic.kr/p/CMUjNA If you're travelling alone and on a budget you …
After spending a summer in rainy England it was awesome to escape to rainy Scotland for a family holiday to the gorgeous Isle of Skye. There are a ton of hikes to choose from, we chose these 6 because they all offered something a little different. You'll need a car to get around the island, …
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The second part of my European adventure with From Europe and Beyond took part in the huge city of Budapest. It was much bigger and busier than I expected, so my carefully planned walking tour turned into a marathon, but there are some amazing things to see. We stayed at the Red Fox Hostel, which …
So I'm pretty sure Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. I spent a few days here with Lizzie, the gorgeous girl behind From Europe and Beyond, after a 3 year period without seeing each other. It was the best reunion we could have had. After a snuggly hello and a rushed …
When people mention Amsterdam your first thoughts are of the seedier side of the city, but there is so much more to see and do here. It's known for its artistic heritage, world-famous museums, the elaborate canal systems and of course the Red-Light District and "coffee shops". I spent a few days here and fell …
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