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BEE AWARENESS MONTH – HOW YOU CAN HELP SAVE THE BEES

September is Bee Awareness Month – Hooray for bees! I know we’re already halfway through September, but being kind to bees should be something we strive for throughout every month of the year, so I hope you can let me

HOW LEARNING TO LOVE MY HOME HAS CHANGED MY PERSPECTIVE ON TRAVEL

2018 has been very different for me… Instead of spending all of my time planning numerous trips around the world, constantly thinking about where I should go next and craving a feeling of escapism, this year has been spent moving

PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION – MY IMPACT TRAVEL ALLIANCE SPEECH

So a few months ago I was contacted by the team at Impact Travel Alliance, to give a 10-minute speech at their launch event in Melbourne… For those that know me personally, you’ll know that public speaking is majorly out

PEACEFUL ACTIVISM AND WHY I THINK IT’S EFFECTIVE

Activism is often depicted as a bunch of annoying people yelling, preaching and lecturing about their beliefs to every person they encounter in the street… The everyday person hears the word ‘activist’ instantly lets out a grunt of frustration. I

CARBON OFFSETTING – EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

By now I bet you’re sick of environmentalists telling you how terrible flying is for the planet… It’s common knowledge at this point, right? Well for those like me who spend quite a lot of time flying but also care

A LIST OF ZERO WASTE ALTERNATIVES FOR A MORE SUSTAINABLE HOME

In the last 6 months, my passion for sustainability has reached a whole nother level! I recently moved into my very own home which has sparked a new found love for sustainable and ethical living. This move has allowed me

MY ALLEPPEY HOUSEBOAT EXPERIENCE IN KERALA

For most people, a trip to Kerala isn’t complete without a cruise along the backwaters of Allepey. An overnight stay on a traditional Alleppey houseboat is one of the biggest attractions for this region of India (and on any perfect

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN NORTH AND SOUTH INDIA

In 2015 I visited India for the first time and as I’m sure you already know, it totally changed my life. I explored cities in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh visiting Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Orchha and Varanasi. 3 years

MONKEY ISLAND – UNETHICAL WILDLIFE TOURISM ON A WHOLE NEW LEVEL…

For me, ethical wildlife encounters are generally non-negotiable when it comes to travel (and life in general) and here in Negombo that was certainly no exception. Before I visit any destination – no matter where I am in the world

A MAGICAL TRIP TO PERIYAR TIGER RESERVE

Nestled in the depths of Kerala, lies a magical national park where wildlife is most abundant. Also known as Periyar Tiger Reserve in Thekkady, this protected land is around 925 km² in size and the backbone of ethical wildlife tourism

12 TIPS TO MAKE YOUR ROAD TRIP A SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS

As I’m sure you’re already well aware that flying isn’t the most eco-friendly form of travel… But that’s where road trips come into play! Not only are they a more sustainable travel alternative, they are also one of the best

PEOPLE OF SOUTHERN INDIA

The people of Southern India, much like those in the North, were welcoming, kind and incredibly proud. Throughout my Kerala trip, I was proven once again, that the stereotypes given to the Indian locals are often hugely false. As I

SAILING – THE NEWEST WAY TO TRAVEL SUSTAINABLY

Things change so rapidly in the world… And one thing that is constantly changing is the way people are travelling. My partner, John, and I are the perfect example of that with our recent decision to join the bluewater cruising world!

TRAVEL BLOGGING AND BODY CONFIDENCE

A few months ago I published a blog post about my thoughts on social media; that being positive is the key to success. And still, I stand by my words 110%. Although, as I like to be as honest as