Is Mexico Safe? From Someone Who’s Been (Pt.1)
Is Mexico safe? Comparing latest (2013-2014) crime statistics against Mexico's tourist areas, find out your murder, kidnap, robbery and drug cartel risks.... Read more →
Why Medellin is the Best Place to Learn Spanish in Colombia
Not sure where to learn Spanish in Colombia? After three weeks in the city, here are my 10 reasons why Medellin is the best choice.... Read more →
My 20 Worst Travel Stories (Part 2)
Sleeping in a rat-riddled room, falling into a fire and panicking in Mexican drug territory, travel isn't always fun. Here's 20 of my worst travel stories.... Read more →
How to Speak to Someone who Doesn’t Speak Your Language
I'm not gifted at languages and some people are better than others at helping me practice. Here's how best to speak to someone who's learning a language... Read more →
What Does Travel Insurance Cover (and What’s Excluded)?
UPDATED 2017: What does travel insurance cover? Find out what is usually covered, what isn't, what level of cover you need and are your valuables covered.... Read more →
Should You Give Up Alcohol For 30 Days (or more)?
Do you drink more than usual when you travel? I do. After 3 years of travel I decided to give up alcohol for 30 days - here are the results.... Read more →
Tips For Your First Time Stay In A Hostel
Hostels can be daunting to the uninitiated. If you've never ventured into a hostel and are planning to, here are my tips for a first time stay in a hostel.... Read more →
Is Naples Safe? – The Answer From Someone Who Has Been
The promise of the world's best pizza and some of Italy's best architecture, but is Naples Safe? As a solo female traveller I felt as safe as in any city.... Read more →
Dealing With Bed Bugs When You Travel
Fresh from my third encounter with bedbugs in as many days (three out of my last five beds), here are my tips on dealing with bed bugs when you travel.... Read more →
What is the Best Mosquito Repellent?
With 10 days in Africa coming up I will be trialling two products (one with DEET and one natural) to see which is the best mosquito repellent.... Read more →
