TIPS FOR SONGKRAN IN BANGKOK Sawadee Bee Mai, Happy New Year from Bangkok! 💦💦 Whether at a festival or watching from the comfort of my sofa, I've always considered fireworks to be a marked way to celebrate the new year. Attending a street party touted as one of the world's best New Year's celebrations at … Continue reading Celebrating the Water Festival, Songkran, in Bangkok
Happy New Year
Ringing in the New Year the Scottish Way at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay
A FIRST TIMER'S GUIDE TO HOGMANAY IN EDINBURGH Normally not one for huge New Years parties, in years past, I've spent New Year's Eve with close friends. Especially in my late 20s and now, if given the choice to attend a party or celebrate with a small group in a low key environment, I always … Continue reading Ringing in the New Year the Scottish Way at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay
Looking Back at 2018
If last year I thought 2017 was one for the record books, I really had no idea what was in store for 2018. Looking back at the headline I wrote to summarise 2017, it's hard to even imagine how a year following it could compare. 2017 was one hell of a year. 1 international move, … Continue reading Looking Back at 2018
The Most Magical Time to Wear Ears: Christmas at Disney
Isn't the saying, 'Dis the season? 😉 In all seriousness, spending a magical time of the year, the holiday season, at the most magical place on earth is incredible. House of Mouse spares no detail when it comes to decor- it's stunning- and with so many special events and delicious treats at the parks, Christmas … Continue reading The Most Magical Time to Wear Ears: Christmas at Disney
Travel Crush: South Africa
In 2017, I visited Asia for the first time- exploring Hong Kong, Tokyo, Kyoto and Macau. This year, I've set my sights on returning to Asia for a relaxing holiday in Bali, and venturing to a new continent- Africa. The first month of 2018 will take me to Morocco for a long weekend in Marrakesh. … Continue reading Travel Crush: South Africa
Looking Back: 2017 #Take12Trips
1 international move, 1 new flat, 17 countries, 31 cities, 33 flights, 21 trains, 3 new tattoos, 1 half marathon, 96 blog posts and infinite venti cold brews. 2017, you were one for the record books. I’m not usually one for New Year’s resolutions- I believe you can start making a change any day of the … Continue reading Looking Back: 2017 #Take12Trips
YaleWanders in 2017
I've never been a big New Years resolution person, mainly because I don't believe you need to wait until the start of a new year to begin making changes. But, I do believe in the power of visualization, goal setting and reflection. This year, I'm setting some pretty big goals for myself, personally, and for this blog. … Continue reading YaleWanders in 2017
Looking Back at 2016
Looking back on this year, I'm beyond grateful for the travel opportunities I had to venture to new and familiar places on my own, and with people I love. Thinking back to the first time I planned a solo international trip in 2015, it seems crazy to think that's now the norm. I feel like … Continue reading Looking Back at 2016
My Only 2016 Resolution: #Take12Trips
365 days in a year, 52 weekends, a lot of time to travel. I've got Clare, the blogger behind Need Another Holiday, to thank for inspiring the 12 trip challenge. To keep herself motivated to continue traveling, she challenged herself to take one trip every month last year: Is it really possible for you to take one trip … Continue reading My Only 2016 Resolution: #Take12Trips