It took me weeks to find out what was wrong with me. In between cries, loss of appetite, mood changes, insecurity and wanting to leave everything behind once again, I finally read an article that was describing exactly how I felt. That was putting words on feelings and things I couldn’t explain. I didn’t know there […]
8 mistakes I did when I had post-trip depression
Coping with staying home: tips for travelers
“I just don’t get how you get completely stressed out with paperwork but being out there sleeping on a bench doesn’t bother you at all” I don’t know what it is that makes me so nervous when I come back to my family and friends. I love it though. I really do. I’m actually really […]
Moving to China, Xi’An: what you need to pack
Moving to China? Keep it simple! Four pair of trousers, three pair of shoes, as many tops as you can and…
“I’ll never go there”: the dangers of travelling
Are there any countries you said you would never visit? Did you want to go somewhere but got scared off by something or someone? Is it dangerous to travel? Is it safe to travel? What are the dangers? Are holidays safer than a backpack adventure… Close your eyes and imagine China. Remember everything you’ve […]
Things to consider before taking the Trans-Canada train
Trains, buses, hitch-hiking… the road is the royal way for backpackers to see the country. We feel adventurous, brave and the power of freedom overwhelms us. Nothing can stop us and one way or another, we’re getting wherever we want to be. Taking the train implies, in our adventurous minds, meeting people, extending the journey […]
Canada for $30 a day
Travelling in North America is rather expensive compared to other parts of the world. When you’re backpacking, it gets worse. You have to budget your travel and your expenses, otherwise your trip doesn’t last a month. It can be tirering to think about the money all the time, especially when you want to have fun […]