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Field Notes from the Road

Real stories from the road—wins, weird moments, and the “wish-I’d-knowns.” These posts are my unfiltered take on places I’ve actually traveled, with honest opinions and the simple tricks that help solo women feel confident. Expect practical takeaways tucked inside personal tales, from budget blunders to street-food gold. No fluff, no filters—just the truth and a nudge to go.

Travelling Solo: Finding Joy in My Own Company
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Travelling Solo: Finding Joy in My Own Company

After 15 years of travelling, living in eight countries, and visiting more than fifty, I’ve learned that solo travel isn’t lonely — it’s freeing. From friendships made around the world to the peace found in quiet moments, here’s how travelling solo taught me confidence, connection, and the joy of my own company.

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Questions I Always Get Asked While Traveling (or at Home)
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Questions I Always Get Asked While Traveling (or at Home)

One of the first questions I always get asked — at home or abroad — is: “What’s your favourite country?” Having travelled to 50+ countries, I simply can’t pick just one. Each place has left me with unique memories, from mystery meals in Thailand to volcano views in Guatemala.

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