What happens if I forget to buy travel insurance?

You have been planning your big solo trip abroad for months and you think you have all your bases covered.
You are now sitting on a beach in Thailand. You are gazing out into the azure coloured sea and enjoying the sound of waves gently lapping onto the sand.

Solo guide to Burkina Faso and Cameroon

Ok, so these two central African nations might not be on everyone’s bucket list but they represent evergreen opportunities for the intrepid solo backpacker. Of course you should always check out your own government travel advisory website before travelling anywhere in Africa so please do so for your own benefit, particularly if you are travelling … Read more

Travel health for solos and long term travel

When you travel solo or for a long period of time when it is very important to take your health and well being seriously. Nothing can end a trip as fast as not looking after yourself. In theory your health shouldn’t be any more at risk as if you were at home but of course … Read more

Solo guide for England and Scotland

England and Scotland, two of the countries that make up the United Kingdom along with Wales and Northern Ireland are awesome places to visit on a solo trip. Occupying a large part of Great Britain there is every possible travel experience on offer in this small but proud nations. Birth place of the English language, … Read more