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    How to Become a House Sitter & Travel for Free

    Last updated:September 5, 2026
    Housesitting is not only an affordable means of travel, but a thrifty way of living. It’s how my former partner... Read More...
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    14 Expenses You Kiss Goodbye When You Long-Term Travel

    Last updated:October 3, 2026
    ravel isn’t cheap. At least, that’s what people have been saying since the travel industry was born. But after years of our... Read More...
    Should You Get Travel Insurance?

    Should You Get Travel Insurance?

    Last updated:September 5, 2026
    ravel insurance. Well, let’s be honest: it’s one of those inconvenient, money-sucking “do I HAVE to?!” problems. That bummer of a question is one I get asked a lot. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m a shamelessly cheap gal. I’ve been known... Read More...
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    The Ultimate Guide to Packing Light: What’s in my 28 Litre Backpack (Men’s Edition)

    Last updated:October 1, 2026
    When it comes to packing, I’m an ultra-minimalist. While having access to my full wardrobe on the go would be... Read More...
    Haters Gonna Hate: 8 Things People Will Say When You Decide to Long-Term Travel

    Haters Gonna Hate: 8 Things People Will Say When You Decide to Long-Term Travel

    Last updated:September 30, 2026
    hen you first begin flirting with the idea of a big trip, the excitement is electrifying. Every unoccupied moment is filled... Read More...
    7 Tips to See New York City on the Cheap

    7 Tips to See New York City on the Cheap

    Last updated:October 11, 2026
    Whilst dreams of visiting afar are often highest and most frequent on any travellers list, some of the world’s most spectacular and adventure-filled cities lie right in our own backyard. New York is the poster child for such a description,... Read More...
    9 Bucket-List Items for Travelling Canada

    9 Bucket-List Items for Travelling Canada

    Last updated:September 30, 2026
    anada has swiftly risen to the bucket list of many this year, and not without good reason. It is after all,... Read More...
    China Train Travel: A How-To Guide

    China Train Travel: A How-To Guide

    Last updated:September 5, 2026
    rain travel in China is best summed up in three words: comfy, convenient, and at times, confusing. At least, that’s... Read More...

    4 Reasons NOT to Ride Elephants (& 1 Awesome Hands-On Alternative)

    Last updated:September 30, 2026
    hen dreaming up a trip to Southeast Asia, many envision riding an elephant as an absolute must-do. Imagine: soaking up the lush jungle air, wading chocolate-milk coloured rivers, all atop one of the most magnificent creatures on earth. It seems perfect, doesn’t it?... Read More...

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