MY TRAVEL DIARY
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Coping with the Work-Travel Balance
So, you want to travel but you’re not about to quit your job with a bag on your back and go exploring. If you can do this, all respect to you, but for me, I’m not ready to do something so daring. A consequence of this is only having a limited block of annual leave… Read more
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24 Hours in Budapest, Hungary
Budapest is a gorgeous European city that really demands more than a day, but if that’s all you have, fear not – you can still fit a hell of a lot of sightseeing into this time-frame without burning out. I’ve even posted a handy little route map for you. How about that? It should also… Read more
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Suffer from travel anxiety? Why a group tour might be for you
Scared of going it alone but sick of waiting for your friends to commit? Worried about your safety when travelling another part of the world? Don’t worry, I hear you. I was like you once, so I totally get it, but if you’ve read my “Tale of a Solo Travel Virgin” post, you’ll see how… Read more
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5 important lessons you learn about life whilst travelling
1. Where your priorities should lie It’s easy to get trapped in a cycle of expectation and judgement. We’re fed this lie that success and happiness is directly linked to how we look, what we own, how smart we are, when really this isn’t what life is like at all. For example, whilst travelling in… Read more
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Staying Organised with a Cute Planner
Returning from Paris, where I’ve just spent New Year, I’m already motivated to get started on this year’s plans. New Years is always a good time to start afresh, and with a pretty organiser, keeping your plans in check is a joy. This binder from Paperchase is refillable, with any various inserts you might feel… Read more
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Things to do in Paris that aren’t the Eiffel Tower
Paris, France. It’s considered the city of love, and a popular choice for those travelling Europe – and for good reason. While some areas naturally dingy or dirty (it is a major city, after all), this is a city of intricate architecture, a fascinating history, and a touch of class that many other places seem… Read more
