How Volunteering Abroad Can Transform Your Travels
Celebrate International Volunteers Day and discover how volunteering at home or abroad can enrich your travels, inspire gratitude, and create meaningful impact
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Savour the Journey: Transformative Travel, Culinary Delights and World Food Day A
This week is a special one for food lovers, because on Friday 16th, the world comes together to mark World Food Day. The United Nations’ theme this year is “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future”, a reminder that food connects us: our health, our planet, our sense of culture and belonging.
Where Do You Start? The Art (and Heart) of Trip Research and Planning
I have just had to reschedule my planned overland trip from London to Singapore.
The idea was sparked by the TV show Race Across the World.
My husband and I had mapped out three whole months to make our way from London to Singapore, traveling only by public transport. No flights. No rushing. Just the joy (and chaos!) of moving across continents step by step.
The Magic of Eating While Traveling…Even When You’re Not!
Happy World Food Day! 🌍 (for tomorrow that is!). And yes, you’re right, I am a little obsessed with food lately! Last week I shared my top tips for dining alone (if you missed it, hit reply and I’ll resend it to you).
21 Fantastic Things to do at London Bridge – See Them All in One Walk
For me, London is the best city in the world & I am lucky to have it on my doorstep. Here, I concentrate on things to do at London Bridge. The area offers a mix of fascinating history, awe inspiring […]
5 Best Palaces in London & Why You Need To Visit Them
With restrictions easing in the UK, many iconic landmarks are due to open their doors again. Last year I made the most of the opportunity between lockdowns to visit many of the lavish, notorious, historic & beautiful royal residences in […]
My Biggest Inspiration to Travel – A Tribute to my Mum
Whatever direction we take in life, we all have people who have inspired us. For some it is an award-winning athlete, for others an individual who has triumphed over adversity. Maybe yours is someone who has dedicated their lives to […]
Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Perfect Hampton Court Day Trip
For over 500 years Hampton Court Palace has been home to kings, queens, celebrations & taken its place in the history of England many times over. On a visit you can get a glimpse into the life of the Tudors, […]
15 Amazing Things To See and Top Tips for Visiting the Tower of London
The Tower of London is undoubtedly one of the top attractions to visit in the United Kingdom. It is the home to the British crown jewels, a palace, a fortress & a prison all rolled into one. It is also […]
Crazy Travel Stories – Gatecrashing The Party
Here I share some of my crazy travel stories featuring the times I have ended up at some very special parties across the world…without an invite. Have you ever attending a wedding where they sacrificed a chicken, become the lead […]
Hi I'm SUE!
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.
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