Shared Hostel Rooms: 8 Ugly Truths & Harsh Realities
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Shared Hostel Rooms: 8 Ugly Truths & Harsh Realities

Going into a shared hostel room for the first time? Prepare yourself with this brutally honest hostel guide! Dorm rooms with 20 strangers might seem a bit daunting. Or just crazy.  Sharing a hostel room can either be the best thing for solo travellers, or a complete disaster. Depending on your personal experiences (if any),…

How To Know If You’re Ready To Travel Solo
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How To Know If You’re Ready To Travel Solo

Thinking about leaving it all behind and heading off to the other side of the world? I’ve been there! Travelling solo for the first time can be really daunting if you haven’t done it before. Or even scarier if you’ve done little travelling beforehand! I’ve written this guide to help you decide (with zero bullshit)…

Making Friends in Hostels: A Complete Guide
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Making Friends in Hostels: A Complete Guide

Making friends in hostels may seem easy, but the truth is, you may feel a little out of your depth when you arrive (and that’s ok!) I’ve rounded up some of my best advice for first time backpackers trying to make friends in hostels below! Looking to make friends in your hostel?  This can be…

Tips for First Time Flyers (+ Solo Travel Advice!)
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Tips for First Time Flyers (+ Solo Travel Advice!)

Some links in this post contain affiliate links. I receive a small commission if you use the links at no extra cost to you! Happy reading 🙂 In this post, I’m sharing my tips for first time flyers and solo travellers. Even if you’ve flown before, it can feel daunting to fly on your own…