In 2018 I had the opportunity to travel solo around the Caribbean. Throughout the 5 months I spent in the region I learnt Spanish in the Dominican Republic, took a tour of Costa Rica, entered a sailing regatta in the […]
Are you considering travelling to Cuba? If so you need to be aware that things are not as straightforward as you may think. Having visited a number of times, here is my summary of everything you need to know before […]
Learning to sail & taking part in a yacht race had been on my Life List for a while. I finally got my chance to take part in a sailing regatta in 2018 in the US Virgin Islands. Here is […]
If you thought the Dominican Republic was just about big resort hotels & white sandy beaches, then think again. Here, I share my experiences from a month on the island. The post includes a budget fitness retreat, Spanish language school, […]
If you are interested to see the best that Costa Rica has to offer then look no further. Here I share my expereinces on a 9 day tour of the highlights of Costa Rica. It includes La Fortuna, Monteverde & […]
Have you ever considered studying a language overseas? Here are my top tips on what you need to consider when choosing a course & why I recommend both Cuba & Dominican Republic as great places to learn Spanish.” Where? […]
Want to see what Namibia has to offer? Here is a summary of my tour which included Etosha National Park for the most amazing wildlife. Then we head on to the Skeleton Coast & breathtaking dunes of Sossusvlei. You will […]
Learning to sail for me has been a journey of highs & lows. Here I share my stories from my many mishaps along the way.” Where? Onboard a number of yachts in Southampton (UK), Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI), Chicago […]
Ever wanted to experience volunteering at a wildlife sanctuary? If so, then Na’ankuse is exactly what you are looking for. Here, I give an account of my second week working with wild animals in Namibia. It includes spending time in […]
Travelling alone for the first time can be an incredibly daunting experience. However, I guarantee that once you take that first step, there is no looking back! To ease you in, here are my top 5 great ideas on how […]
Welcome to my little corner of the internet, for women in midlife who feel the pull to explore — not just the world, but themselves.
I’ve been travelling for over 30 years, through seasons of joy, grief, reinvention and becoming. Travel didn’t just show me new places — it helped me find my way back to myself.
Here I share honest travel stories and reflections on courage, change and second acts.
You don’t need to be brave yet. You’re welcome exactly as you are.
