The rucksack is a 7 litre Osprey which I chose after some research and trying it out. Weighing just 3 lbs it is very light and roomy. I have tried it in Scotland but only to the station, from the station and back to the station and walking home etc. Still, I managed! The …
Category: Travel Blog 2015-16
Journal entries from my year out solo backpacking round the world August 2015-June 2016
Scotland the Brave!
My practice travel to Edinburgh last week was very good. I managed the rucksack and all my needs in it, and learned a few tips for myself like have essential needs in a bum bag or small bag at the front! I met some nice people, stayed with my friend's neighbour in the spare room …
Going with the Flow …
Going with the flow enables us to 'be in flow' too sometimes. You know those times when things run smoothly, opportunities appear just as you need them and life seems easy (for a change)? Saturday morning was one for me - popping to the local village for birthday items, I realised my hair needed doing before …
Improvisation…
No doubt travellers have to try and do improvise on the way. I have started this even before leaving the UK. How? Accommodation - moving around as I am currently 'homeless' and finding places to stay such as Airbnb room in a lovely house in Denshaw, Edinburgh in a friend's neighbours spare room, my sister's …
A week to go!
OOh er! It's very near to my leaving date now! Less than a week before I jet off to Bangkok, rucksack on my back and off to warmer climes on Friday 31st July afternoon! Excited now when I get chance to think about it, rather than managing the practicalities to get there! Today is …
Where am I going?
Although my itinerary has changed and several parts had to be cut out, I will have a chance to really explore, find down time to absorb my experiences and people watch maybe too! I have had to forego Russia as the Visa takes too long and the delays have prevented me time to get the …
Here we go!
It’s really happening! I am actually going to do it! I have booked my round the world ticket for Friday 31st July 2015, leaving the UK that afternoon! My adventure begins. For real now!!! I thought this might make me feel some trepidation – is it right? Will I be safe? Will it really be …
It’s happening now!
Well, it's all happening suddenly now! I am moving out of my house of 18 years, and preparing to travel late July/early August 2015! So exciting!!!! I moved my stuff into store today and visited my first ever Airbnb accommodation locally, as I am staying for an important family birthday at the end of July, and …
Those moments …
Life is not about maintaining the status quo. Life is not about playing it safe every second. Life is not about standing still and wallowing in self-doubt. It’s about connecting with your soul, respecting your integrity, and telling yourself that you’re able. It’s about taking a few steps, regardless of how hard and small they …
Travel Inspiration
Telling people about my travel plans has meant a lot of explaining, some detail - "Where are you going to?" "When are you going?" "What made you want to do this?" sort of questions. Image courtesy of Sgtuart Miles via freedigitalphotos.net For some this is just a dream and may never be a reality for …
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