Travel tales and advice from adventures across the globe
Have you ever been so bored and uncomfortable on a long-haul flight you’ve wanted to pull your eyes out of your head and throw them on the floor just for something to do? Me too, but over time, I’ve gotten a lot better at making flying more enjoyable. I know a lot of people pop…
Tis the season to be jolly and to get your presents wrapped for friends and family! Whether one of your tribe is a seasoned bushwalker or fairly new to hiking, here’s my handpicked list of gifts that’s sure to make them smile. This post includes some paid links. That means if you click on one…
So here’s a confession. I originally started this blog in my twenties, but I’m in my thirties now. These days I earn more, I own a pretty nice handbag made of real leather, and sometimes my joints feel stiff in the morning. Based on all of the above, you might think “Mia, surely now that…
Increasingly, I have been encountering opinions from others online that if you’re an experienced jetsetter, there is almost an expectation to travel with carry-on luggage only. This expectation seems to exist regardless of the destination or the length of the trip. I’d like to tell you a story. Over years of travelling, I’d learnt a…
When it comes to booking flights for a holiday, most people seek out the cheapest flight available. Below is my step-by-step guide to booking not only the cheapest flight available, but the one that will provide you with the greatest bang for your buck… 1. Consider whether you are special. Like really special. Are…
So you’re off on a multi-country adventure hey? Lucky you! So you’re going for at least a couple of weeks and going to have a diverse range of experiences; dining at fancy restaurants in the South of France one day and exploring the Alps the next. As an ex tour-guide who took adventurers just like you…