Are you stumped over what gift to buy the travel-lover in your life? Check out my list of 17 great gift ideas to help inspire you! For more information on a product, simply click on the image to be re-directed to the web-store. 1. Packing cubes ($27) Keep organized while traveling with these handy and light-weight […]
The allure of the man’s market (Mannenzaken) in Amsterdam
“This doesn’t look like the type of area where a market would be held”, I muttered suspiciously as I cycled into a barren shipping yard on a crisp Sunday afternoon in November. The area was still, lifeless, except for the distant figure of a security guard huddled in a doorway, smoking a cigarette. I cycled towards her. “Excuse […]
22 ways to save money for your next trip
Do you dream of traveling somewhere new, but struggle to find the money to do so? Here are my top 20 ways to save when money is scarce: Automate your savings: Many banks will allow you to move money into your savings account automatically when your paycheck comes in. Some even allow you to have a […]
Sleeping in a stranger’s home – What you should know before booking with AirBnB (plus – money off your first booking!)
I was in a bit of a pickle before my recent trip to Athens for the TBEX conference. I’d set myself a strict travel budget with which to book my flight and accomodation, but was struggling to find a place to stay that would meet my needs on the budget I’d set. Sure, there were […]
Greek stew with olives and Feta cheese
Inspired by my recent trip to Athens, I created a Greek-inspired chicken stew for dinner and it was too good not to share with you! This is a perfect recipe for a gloomy day when you’d rather be under the Mediterranean sun. Makes approximately 4-6 servings. Ingredients: 1 can (400 gr) whole tomatoes 70 […]
Discovering Athens; my tour with a local
I was running 20 minutes late when I arrived at the meeting point where I’d arranged to meet Paolo, a local who’d agreed to show me the city. “I’m so sorry to keep you waiting” I muttered, shuffling my bag on my back. “I took a wrong turn and ended up on the wrong side […]
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