Sometimes it amazes me how much we rely on technology. The amount of travellers I meet who can't escape the clutches of their smartphones or laptops in the common rooms of…
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Parque Tayrona is a place on Colombia’s coast which is spoken about with reverence. Tayrona National Park is widely considered to be one of the country’s must-see locations; a huge stretch…
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Challenges Colombia EcuadorCrossing the Ecuador Colombia Border by Bus: an Unexpected Drama (Updated 2019)
The Ecuador Colombia border crossing by bus is simple. What’s not so simple is making sure you’re on the right bus in the first place. If you’re reading this article because…
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I came back to London with a cold. It’s totally understandable, really. From Peru to the United States to England in thirty eight hours, I travelled under a haze of stale…
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Challenges Peru South AmericaCrossing the Ecuador Peru Border on Foot: the Longest 100km of My Life (Updated 2019)
I never thought crossing the Ecuador Peru border at night would be so problematic. In South America, every traveller has heard about the danger of overnight border crossings – but you…
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advice Challenges India Personal Solo Travel WomenHappy, Safe and Solo: Travelling in India by Yourself
When I told my dad that I was going to India by myself, his face fell. No matter that my cousin had travelled for a year through the country on her…
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“Look at your legs!” The impeccably dressed Thai woman looked up at me with sheer incredulity. She had her hand up my trousers, which were pretty damp around the cuffs. Cheers,…
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Since arriving in Asia four months ago, I’ve been subjected to more beauty treatments than I’ve ever experienced before. From threading and waxing to an impromptu haircut and some seriously questionable…
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Have you ever tried to wash in Kathmandu? Rolling electrical blackouts and an erratic work schedule can only mean one thing when it comes to showering; no matter how hard you…