A mother’s lesson: food poisoning at 30,000 ft
To all the parents of grown up kids: how would you react if your grownup child text to say they…
Travelling solo as an Introvert (and why we’re great at it!)
“Our culture made a virtue of living only as extroverts. We discouraged the inner journey, the quest for a centre….
11 Reasons why Penang is a perfect location for solo women travellers
My first three weeks on Penang were spent enjoying the pleasure of my son’s company and we had a great…
Teachers: 10 Freelance Alternatives to the Classroom
Are you a teacher looking for a freelance alternative to the classroom? Or maybe, you want to teach part-time and…
Are you excited by the prospect of solo travel, but feel reluctant because you are worried about being alone?
‘If you make friends with yourself you will never be alone’ Maxwell Maltz. I often hear from friends that they…
Freelance, Freedom & Flexibility! Build a Mosaic Portfolio Career and ditch the 9-5 for good!!
Do you crave a flexible work life that enables you to pursue your passions? Do you want to travel when…
Do You Want to Teach English Online?
Note: all references to the teaching company DaDa are no longer applicable due to the changing tuition regulations in China….
Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony: An Airbnb Experience
Enter into the world of tea… Wilson’s traditional Chinese tea ceremony advertised on Airbnb Experiences was a highlight of my…
Slovenia: Ljubljana & Lake Bled – a great budget location & perfect for solo travellers
Be spellbound by the charms of Slovenia With the omnipresent dragons and a fairy-tale castle looming above the city, Ljubljana,…
Sri Lanka’s Bentota: first stop luxury and a step onto public transport
After any long-haul flight, making a decision of where to stop for the first few days can sometimes be tricky….
Beyond George Town: hikes & gardens
Beyond George Town, Penang offers an abundance of well trodden hiking trails and refreshing gardens. Perfect for escaping the bustling…
Sri Lanka’s South Coast – From Galle Fort to Yala
If you’re craving long white sandy beaches and a slow pace of life, only interrupted by the intermittent beeping of…
Ella: Sri Lanka’s Hill Country Gem
Ella A landscape that inspires awe…. After spending some time by the coast, it’s easy to think you’ve seen the…
Kandy: a moment of clarity
Kandy is a little shock to the senses, if you’ve just stepped off the tranquil Ella to Kandy train. Hot,…
Highlights of George Town, Penang
Penang’s vibrant capital, George Town, is a city with a rich diverse cultural heritage that sits nicely alongside a contemporary…
Solo Travel and Feeling Blue – the rich tapestry of human emotions
travelling is not always the sunset bliss of an Instagram image. If anything, travelling extenuates the rich tapestry of our emotions.
The power of yoga pants – how I unintentionally created my own solo retreat in Ubud, Bali!
The driver who picked me up from Denpasar airport, in the early hours of the morning, barely spoke to me…
Volunteering in Sri Lanka
Volunteering is a great way to see a country, meet new people and give back to the local community. After…
How To Be A Great Online English Teacher
Welcome to the world of online teaching and so the fun begins! Note: all references to the teaching company DaDa…
Sri Lanka – Elephant Awareness
Seeing elephants is a highlight for many visitors to Sri Lanka, and without a doubt observing them is a pure…