Blogging Tips #3: What cameras do travel bloggers use?
I’ve finally done it. Thanks to everyone’s help on Facebook and my previous post about my new photography project, I’ve finally splashed out and invested in a new camera. I opted for the Nikon D3100. After a lot of research I realized that Canon and Nikon are
How to survive living in a campervan…for a year…with a boy
Living in a campervan is either your idea of heaven or your idea of hell. If you’re on the heaven side of the camp you’ll be thinking about the freedom to go wherever you want, whenever you want. You’ll be imagining camping on beaches and gathering around
Cycling City Tours: Why a bike tour is the best way to see a city
I love riding a bike. It’s virtually impossible to be unhappy on a bike (unless you’re going uphill) as you breeze along with the wind in your hair and the sun on your face and without a care in the world. It reminds me of being a kid when my bike was my primary source of freedom during the long summer holidays.
Getting the Eurostar from London to Brussels
It’s no secret that I’m a massive fan of all kinds of planes, trains and automobiles. I love the speed, the excitement of going somewhere new and the chance to sit back, relax and stare idly out the window and watch the world pass me by. I
Monica’s mini guide to packing for a weekend away (and what I’d never leave home without)
Monica's Mini Guide to Packing for a Weekend Away (and what I'd never leave home without)
I’ve made more than my fair share of mistakes while I’ve been travelling but I’m pleased to say that there is one thing that I do pretty well and that thing is packing (except that time I forgot my passport but let’s forget about that.)
My biggest travel mistakes and how to avoid them
Everyone makes mistakes when they travel and I’ve made so many it would be impossible to recall them all. I do my best not to dwell on things or regret anything. I think as long as you learn from your mistakes it makes you a better
Monica’s Mini Guide to…Getting a Russian Visa
Russia is an amazing country to visit but, let's be honest, it isn't the easiest. Before you even get there you've got the hassle of getting a Russian visa. Yes, if you didn't know, you need a tourist visa to visit Russia. Don't let this put you
Monica’s mini guide to buying a car or campervan in Australia
The best way to see Australia is to hit the great open road with the freedom of a campervan. Forget the Greyhound or organised bus tours, a real Aussie roadtrip is the only way to do it.
My Top Tips: Learning to Snowboard
“Try not to think about falling over."
The Huffington Post: Making the most out of your gap year
The article originally appeared in The Hufftington Post. You can read the original article here. Many people take a gap year to 'discover themselves' and find out what they really want to do with their lives. Most people take a gap year to have some fun in
Life after Travel; Returning to ‘Normal’ Life
When I returned home after 19 months of travel, I was told by many people that I'd find it hard to 'settle'. Everyone told me I'd have itchy feet within a couple of weeks and I'd be bored with the routine of normality. In all honesty, I
Top 6 places to shop in Singapore
Singapore is often compared to one giant shopping mall and although there are hundreds of other things to do in Singapore, shopping is the number one attraction. No matter how long you are in Singapore, you will never manage to visit every single shop. You can wander
Home Time….When Long Term Travel Comes to an End
For every traveller out there, there comes a point when it’s time to go home. For me, that time has come. Looking all fresh and squeaky clean! This is me 18 months ago, ready to leave home. After 18 months of travelling, on March 26th 2011, I am