One of my favorite walks on the Isle of Skye in Scotland was the walk out to Camasunary Bay. As we were camping on our Isle of Skye trip, why not combine that with an overnight stay?! We set off sans tent after finding out we could sleep in the Camasunary Bay bothy. This was… Read More Staying in the Camasunary Bay Bothy on the Isle of Skye
The Rocky Mountaineer is one of the most superb train journeys in the world. This luxury train was the reason I spent a week in Canada in April, and WOW. What an experience! About the Rocky Mountaineer The Rocky Mountaineer has four different routes to choose from: First Passage to the West (Vancouver to Kamloops… Read More All Aboard the Rocky Mountaineer: Vancouver to Banff!
Use public transportation or rent a car? That’s probably the main question when planning a trip to Malta. Malta is one of the most densely populated countries in the world, the most densely populated in Europe, and has the highest rate of car ownership in Europe as well. The island isn’t big, but traveling distances… Read More Visiting Malta by Public Transportation: Tips and Tricks For Getting Around!
Last month, I was chosen to participate in an event in the Peak District, sponsored by Salomon! The event was to test out their new OUTline shoes and backpacks. It was also a great way to meet some really fun and nice ladies, and get a good walk in! We got blessed with amazing weather—it… Read More An Evening Hike in the Peak District With Salomon
Earlier this year in March, I had the opportunity to visit Brussels for the day on a work trip with Eurostar! For those that don’t know, Eurostar is the train that runs from London to Europe. It connects the UK by train with the rest of the continent. The most popular trips from the UK… Read More To Brussels on the Eurostar
The Isle of Skye is fast becoming one of the most popular places to visit in Scotland. The scenery is stunning and overwhelms visitors, from the lush sandy beaches to the moody and misty Cuillin mountain range. I spent several days on the Isle of Skye on a wild camping trip last month and Skye… Read More The Best Wild Camping Spots on the Isle of Skye, Scotland
This one has been a long time coming. But I thought it was about time to sit down and write it. I am fortunate enough to have found the man of my dreams, married him, and get to live with him. That is something I never take for granted—Adam is literally the best part of… Read More Why I Love To Travel Solo – Even Though I’m Married
I knew next to nothing about Malta before I actually went. I knew it was an island in the Mediterranean, between North Africa and Italy. I knew Euros was the official currency. But besides that, I basically didn’t know anything about the country before I went. How much would my trip to Malta for five… Read More How Much Does it Cost to Travel Malta For 5 Days?
Iceland is incredibly expensive. There’s no way around it. It’s an expensive destination. Pretty much everything costs money. And while Iceland is one of the most stunningly beautiful places I’ve ever been to, it’s also very expensive. This is where some of the best budget travel tips (like finding cheap/free accommodation, cooking your own food,… Read More Iceland on a Budget? 14 Ways to Save Money in Iceland!
I’ve been traveling for a long time now, and I like to think I’m something of a pro. As time has gone on, I’ve learned more, and learned how to travel smarter and to travel better. One of the major lessons I’ve learned through the years is the importance of travel insurance. What is travel… Read More 3 Situations and Examples of When I Used Travel Insurance!
This summer, I finally made it to the Scottish Highlands—an area that’s been on my bucket list for years. I had one really big goal: to hike up Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Scotland. At 1345 meters, it’s also the highest mountain in Great Britain, and in the United Kingdom in general! It’s therefore… Read More Ben Nevis: Hiking Britain’s Highest Mountain
On my most recent trip to Poland, I spent a wonderful 5 days in the city of Gdansk. Poland is a very budget-friendly destination—which is one of the main reasons I was able to go for a trip when I had a random week of work! I definitely would have spent a bit more money… Read More How Much Does it Cost to Travel Poland For 5 Days?
The Highlands in Scotland is one of the most beautiful and iconic parts of the country. As so much of this area is remote, wild, and untouched, one of the best ways to get around is by car. Certain areas (particularly rural ones) are so much better to get around with a car! So when… Read More 12 Tips For Planning Your Scottish Highlands Road Trip
Iceland is a land of extremes. Extremely incredible scenery and landscapes on one hand, and extremely high prices on the other. Iceland is the most expensive destination I’ve been to in years! That being said, I planned well in advance and used my best budget-savvy tricks to keep costs as low as possible. I wanted… Read More How Much Does it Cost to Travel Iceland For 3 Days?
I’ve made no secret of the fact that the Lake District is one of my favorite places in the whole country. A lot of people don’t think about mountains when they think of England. They think of rolling green fields, small rural villages, and London. But the Lake District (or just the Lakes) has to… Read More Hiking Scafell Pike: England’s Highest Mountain
For this post, I wanted to do something a bit different. Last year, Adam (also known as Mr. Away With Maja!) set off for Nepal to trek to Everest Base Camp. Going on a group trip with Himalayan Wonders, we thought it would be a helpful resource to provide more detailed information on the company,… Read More Interview: Everest Base Camp With Himalayan Wonders
It’s been seven years since my first independent trip abroad. And man oh man, how times have changed since then! So many facets of the travel industry are dramatically different, smartphones exist and basically everyone has one, and the internet proves to be one of the best resources to plan a trip. I wanted to… Read More 17 of the BEST Online Resources For Travelers
Since moving to England almost two years ago, one of my favorite new hobbies is hiking. Living in York, I’m absolutely spoiled for choice with all the walking opportunities nearby! The North York Moors are less than an hour’s drive away, same with the Yorkshire Dales. Both of these national parks are stunning and with… Read More Flamborough Head: Hiking Along The Yorkshire Coast
Night trains are one of the most common ways to save a decent amount of money as a budget traveler when traveling. You save a night’s accommodation and instead pay for a train ticket, and you don’t lose precious daylight time getting from Point A to Point B. Taking night trains can certainly be intimidating… Read More The Best Travel Safety Tips For Night Trains
One of the things I personally use travel blogs for the most is to research transportation. Some of my most popular blog posts have been on transportation, specifically night trains—my night train posts get hits every single day! You can also check out my best travel safety tips for night trains. I recently took the… Read More The Tbilisi To Yerevan Night Train