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Kuala Lumpur to Penang by Bus

After a month of remote work in KL, it was time to head off to my next destination;

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Best Beaches in Sri Lanka

When it comes to beaches, Sri Lanka has it all. From scuba diving to whale watching, surfing to

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Travelling from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur by Bus

After another amazing week in Singapore, it was time to head to Kuala Lumpur. I’m don’t like flying,

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B211A Visa Bali: Everything You Need to Know

The B211a visa is great visa option for extended stays in Bali, Indonesia. With Bali being a top

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The Ultimate Guide to Solo Female Travel: Best Destinations and Essential Tips

My first solo female backpacking trip took me across Thailand for several months. I was 20, terrified and

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Nyepi: The Balinese Day of Silence

Nyepi, otherwise known as the Balinese Day of Silence, is one of the most significant and unique cultural

Welcome to my complete collection of travel blogs! As someone who loves to wander, I’ve been chronicling my adventures traveling across the globe. Here you can find all of my detailed travel guides and inspiring stories from the road. I share my on-the-ground experiences, challenges faced, lessons learned, travel tips, and of course the incredible beauty I encountered in each unique destination.

My goal is to inspire people, particular solo women, to travel and share advice on how to plan safe, meaningful, and memorable trips. Within this collection of blogs, you’ll uncover destinations that should be on your own solo travel bucket list! Get travel tips for navigating each place safely and making the most of every experience as an independent, female wanderer.