Category: life-hacks

Before I started blogging, I would seize every chance I got to travel, even while juggling a full-time job or studying full-time. This often meant squeezing in trips over the weekends or during public holidays. Picture this: heading straight to the airport after work on a Friday and returning home at midnight on Sunday, sometimes…

Let’s face it, we all love to travel. But there’s often that nagging thought about flying more sustainably on our next trip. When the plane takes off, you might feel guilty about your carbon footprint, unless you’re someone who isn’t bothered by it. Fortunately, many of us do care about the environment, which is why…

Halloween is definitely a blast for both kids and adults. As an adult, you get the chance to dress up in costumes that might not be acceptable on any other day and enjoy sweets without feeling guilty—well, maybe after a few themed cocktails, the guilt just fades away. It’s probably one of the most fun…

Don’t leave home without downloading these free apps on your phone! I tend to collect a lot of apps, and my phone is full of them—I’m talking about five pages of app folders. But after hoarding apps for years, I’ve realized I only use a handful regularly. These are the apps I rely on, especially…

I haven’t really talked about this before, but I want to share my personal journey over the last couple of years of traveling. To give you some background, Yaya and I have been lucky enough to visit some amazing places. These experiences have pushed me to explore new cities, hike mountains, and even jump off…

Living in London can cost a pretty penny! Sure, salaries are higher here to make up for that, but when you compare it to other UK cities or even worldwide, Londoners generally spend more to enjoy the same standard of living. While some costs like rent, transport, and food are unavoidable, there are clever and…

Many of us travel without really considering the impact we’re having, but as the saying goes, “When you know better, you do better.” Lately, sustainable travel has become a hot topic. Initially, it was about not harming the local economy and giving back to the places we visit, which seemed straightforward. However, as the conversation…

In a previous post about “10 Reasons You Don’t Need to Quit Your Job to Travel the World,” I offered some insights into how you can keep your job while exploring the globe. Achieving a balanced lifestyle is key to happiness, so it’s crucial to find the best way to juggle all your priorities and…

We all experience moments when emotions, whether positive or negative, take over. Positive feelings like joy and excitement are easy to embrace and enjoy. However, emotions such as anxiety, nervousness, or anger can be more challenging to handle. Here are four steps to help you manage these overwhelming emotions. First, acknowledge your emotions instead of…

Traveling is a special experience for everyone. Even if we go to the same places or have similar journeys, each of us finds something personal and unique in our travels. It’s an opportunity to shape our understanding, grow, and learn. For me, one of the best things about traveling is the chance to appreciate the…