In December 2017, after a couple of days in the Moroccan city of Marrakesh, I took a border bus south to Africa’s west coast, this time crossing from Morocco into Western Sahara (still a debated country). I was ready to explore El-Aaiun the capital city of Western Sahara in 2017 and it was time to…
Read MoreMy ongoing border crossing into unrecognised countries and wacaday micronations continued as I backpacked overland from Morocco into Western Sahara on a bus. It is an overland border crossing that can also be done easily by air. Though by air, you will be questioned more on arrival. You are barely noticed when you bus border…
Read MoreIf you’ve been thinking about moving to Hawaii, you’re not alone. With its tantalizing charm and enchanting looks, this archipelago is perhaps the closest you can get to heaven on Earth. It’s this breathtaking beauty that leaves many mainland Americans contemplating quitting their current jobs, selling their belongings and buying a one-way ticket to Hawaii.…
Read MoreI finally arrived in Morocco in 2017 and it was time to be a backpacker in one of the most backpacked countries in Africa. It was also my fifth visit to Africa and my tenth African country (or twelfth if I count transits at the airports in Kenya and Mauritania, but I don’t). My previous…
Read MoreOn my 100 country quest in 2015 I was supposed to backpack to Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Western Sahara and then get a boat to Gibraltar. However the Algerian Embassy is the most corrupt and nasty embassy in the world and they refused my 8 day tourist visa for Algeria after I had spent £1,500 (plus)…
Read MoreThe number of Australians opting to go through surgical procedures abroad has been seen to increase over the years. While the primary motive for this trend is to access low-cost treatment, others simply decide to go through surgery while still on vacation or have some other reasons for going for overseas treatment. There are so…
Read MoreTravelling alone can lead to relationships on the road and it is important to stay safe. If you have sexual intercourse with a stranger or someone you know, there is a chance you could contract a STD. If you notice any of the common signs, it is a good idea to talk to a doctor…
Read MoreHouston is a great place to visit. Even if you have lived here for years, there are so many things to do that you can’t possibly do them all in a lifetime! Staying in a hotel is a popular way to visit and tour Houston, but it isn’t necessarily the most fun. Nothing beats staying…
Read MoreI really can’t wait until I write properly about my time spent on an Israeli Kibbutz. It was such a cool, off the wall experience totally against what I expected and yet another travel memory that will last forever. I was staying with Caroline in Mizra Kibbutz, as we were attending my friend Haya’s wedding…
Read MoreInternship is a great way to set yourself apart from your peers and increase your prospects in the eyes of potential employers. The experience, especially if relevant to your preferred line of work, will make you a front-runner when looking for that first job. It cannot be over-emphasized how valuable doing an internship while…
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