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I’m a dreamer, I always have been. Not in the typical gazing out of the window during lessons kind of way, rather in the over-think and plan everything in my mind kind of way. Isn’t it funny how far a dream can go with a shaky foundation? I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately.Continue reading “Daydream Believer”

Laos is probably one of the most scenic countries I have ever visited – second to Scotland, of course – so during our short 8 day trip there, we decided to get off the beaten track and get up those mountains, and boy were we glad we did. We did a lot of research priorContinue reading “Trekking Laos: waterfalls, leeches and lao-lao whiskey”

*Disclaimer, this post is speaking generally and does not reflect the experience of all Karen people in Myanmar. I am by no means an expert, and my knowledge is based almost purely on discussions with refugees in Thailand. Ever heard of the Karen people? Nope, me neither. Beautiful scenery in MRM refugee camp One ofContinue reading “Introducing: the Karen People”

You know that annoying child sat behind you on a long-haul flight, whining about being bored and kicking your chair? Yeah, that was me. I’ve been travelling as long as I can remember. Ready for our first transatlantic move … some of us blatantly more excited than others. By the time I was 8, we hadContinue reading “Why The Flight Instinct?”

Since returning from my 10 week trip to South East Asia – my first proper backpacking trip! – I’ve been inundated with messages from friends planning similar trips. One of the messages I get time and time again (and I sent to all my backpacking friends before leaving!) is ‘HELP ME! How the hell doContinue reading “Pack It Up!”