30.Oct.2009 My #1 travel tip
I’m a pretty light sleeper. Normally, this isn’t so much of a problem. But when I’m staying in a hostel next to a construction site, or travelling on a 30-hour intercontinental bus, it can be horrible. Not to mention the fact that if I get less than eight hours, I look like a herion addict [...]
13.Oct.2009 Recently in real life: Nice!
I went to Nice for 4 days with a few friends. We hung out on pebble beaches in stormy weather.
Did some people watching…
How cute is this little girl in her oversized t-shirt?
And this was the sweetest little scene.
Stripey shirt, pebble beach – so frenchy, so chic!
They had put sand down on some of the beaches [...]
09.Oct.2009 Couchsurfing etiquette
Whether you’ve lined up a host on the Couchsurfing website, or you’re staying with a friend, there are some general rules that every houseguest ought to stick to in order to be invited over again. The focus at all times should be on making your stay a hassle-free affair.
Make solid plans
Don’t inconvenience your host by [...]
08.Oct.2009 10 ways to save money while travelling
Travelling can be a huge drain on your financial resources. Not only are you spending money on transport, accommodation and food, but you probably aren’t earning any money either. But it doesn’t have to be ridiculously expensive – there are ways in which you can save money when on the road.
1. Couchsurfing
Here’s the deal: sign [...]
02.Oct.2009 How to beat homesickness and find ‘home wellness’
(Paris at night, photo by me)
I’ve been living in France for almost nine months now. Being away from family and friends for an extended period of time, in a new city or country, can be a huge challenge and one that leaves some completely overwhelmed with homesickness. I’ve seen it happen plenty of times – [...]
