What travel really means to me…

I had been thinking of what I wanted to share with you in this week’s personal post and was having a hard time deciding until something lovely popped into my mind and made me smile. Lately, I’ve been going through a lot of old photos of my family and my childhood, as well as lots … Read more

Things I do to feel good!

Each week in my personal post I share with you my thoughts or something I’ve been learning. This week I thought I’d try something a little different and share with you how I learn these things and what I do to feel motivated, happy and aware of what’s going on around me. I figure there’s … Read more

Inspirational words that changed my life

I know it’s lame, but I love to draw life inspiration from words. Maybe it’s the writing obsessed part of my brain, but I find reading some very well thought out, beautiful words connects with me on a deep level, which has a way of inspiring action, change and adventure within me, more than anything … Read more

I’ve realised my marriage isn’t perfect…

As little girls, we’re told fairytales of handsome princes, daring rescues and a happiness that lasts forever after. We see women older than us dressed in their perfect, white wedding gowns and start envisioning our own special day. We search for the perfect ‘one’ and, when we find them, can’t help but plan our lives together, … Read more

Why I’m done trying to save things…

Lately, I’ve been focusing on making one really simple change in my life and it’s having a very big, positive impact on me and my day-to-day life. It started a month or so ago when I started to realise just how much of a ‘saver’ I am. I better start by explaining what the heck … Read more

The things I don’t like about travelling 

People are always talking about how amazing travel is and how life-changing it can be. We post perfect photos on Instagram of our sun-kissed bodies on some idyllic beach, with its bright blue waters and exceptional weather. We use hashtags like #blessed and check-in at swanky hotels, flaunting our envy-worthy vacay. I know, I do … Read more

22 Things to know before doing a group tour

Planning on jumping aboard a group tour? They’re a fantastic way to see a lot of things with very little hassle or planning and you’re pretty much guaranteed to make some amazing friends and memories you’ll cherish forever. Whether this is your first group tour or your 10th, there are a few things you need … Read more