How to Plan a Fantastic Overnight Trip from Tokyo to Hakone

When visiting Japan for the first time, I highly recommend taking a trip from Tokyo to Hakone. This beautiful mountainous town, located about two hours from Japan’s capital city, is best known for its hot springs (onsen), boiling sulphur springs […]

2023: The Year in Review

Welcome, one and all, to the 2023 edition of my blogging year in review! Every year since 2016, I have written a monthly recap of all the wonderful adventures I had during the year. It may seem weird, but I […]

We Summited Africa’s Second Highest Mountain!

There are many words to describe how I feel writing this article, but the overwhelming feeling is pride. Over four days, Mark and I hiked through the Mount Kenya range and reached the summit of Point Lenana (4985m) – the […]

101 Best Places to Visit in Africa

Travelling to and around the African continent is a dream many travel enthusiasts have. From stunning beaches with perfect year-round weather conditions to incredible landscapes and wildlife, the continent, with its 54 countries, has so much to offer to every […]

Picnics & Champagne in Champagne Ridge

In full disclosure, despite the title of this article, we did not have champagne in Champagne Ridge. We did have some wine – which I will now refer to onwards as ‘champagne’ because I can. It is only proper that […]

Kenya ๐Ÿค๐Ÿฝ Surprise public holidays! I love it! More of these, please, but like, announce it earlier next time! ๐Ÿ™‚โ€โ†•๏ธ Also, happy new month, everyone! New month wishes are in the last frame! โœจ๏ธ ๐Ÿ“ธ @wellwornheels ๐Ÿ’‹
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Stumbled upon this beautiful park during a morning walk in Cardiff... Bute Park and Arboretum, situated next to Cardiff Castle, is home to over 3,000 tree species, medieval friary ruins, and stunning Victorian features. Originally a part of the castle grounds, it was transformed into a public park in the 19th century. ๐Ÿฐ ______________________________________ #cardiff #butepark #buteparkcardiff @butepark #wales #uktrip #travelinspiration #wanderlust #cardiffcastle #autumn๐Ÿ
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Up & about in Bath ๐Ÿ‚ Where Georgian elegance meets modern city living. Fell head over heels for these pedestrian-friendly streets and gorgeous green spaces ๐ŸŒฑ City breaks in walkable cities with great public transport are a few of my favourite things! ๐Ÿ’™ Have you been? Which cities have your heart and why? Share your top destinations below! ๐Ÿ–‹ ______________________________________ #bathuk #visitbath @visitbathuk #england #uktrip #bridgerton #autumn #solotravel #englishcountryside #travelinspiration ##wanderlust #walkablecities #urbanexplorer #britishcities #traveltheworld #citybreak #travelwithapen ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‚
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Early morning exploring Big Buddha, a prominent landmark and spiritual sanctuary in Phuket, Thailand. From the top, the complex offers panoramic views of the town, the beautiful Kata and Karon beaches, and Chalong Bay. ____________________________________ #travelinspiration #wanderlust #thailand #visitthailand #lovethailand #phuket #bigbuddhaphuket #nigeriantraveller #nigerianinthailand #thaiseries
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Fresh roses in my garden ๐ŸŒน ๐Ÿ’ Cheeky monkeys on the back porch Tea and chats outdoors with my babe โ˜•๏ธ, enjoying the lovely Nairobi weather ๐Ÿƒ & Afternoon walks with my pup ๐Ÿถ .... Simple pleasures that have brought me so much joy recently ๐Ÿ’•
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Here are the countries to visit with a UK visa as a Nigerian passport holder โคด๏ธ Disclaimer: As travel requirements are constantly changing, I recommend that you check the official websites and sources for the latest visa and travel requirements while planning your trip. ___________________________________ ๐ŸŒ On travelwithapen.com, you'll find a detailed breakdown of this info with relevant links to official immigration websites. Link to my blog in bio. ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง This list focuses on Nigerians having valid multiple entry tourist visas. Some of these countries offer visa-free entry with a valid UK visa, while others offer a visa on arrival. For some, it's an evisa. ๐Ÿ“Œ Many of these countries also require that the visa must have been used to enter the UK first. _____________________________________ #ukvisa #travelinspiration #visaapplication #visaapproved #nigeriantraveller
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Top 7 Tips For a Successful UK Visa Application

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If you are considering applying for a UK visa for the first time and are eager to learn from the triumphs and setbacks of fellow applicants, then you have come to the right place! In this article, I will summarize […]

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A Day Trip to Sandwich Harbour – Where the Desert Meets the Ocean

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After our two-day stay in Walvis Bay, we drove a short distance to Swakopmund, which would serve as our home base for the next leg of our Namibian adventure. Swakopmund instantly felt like the kind of place we could easily […]

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The Namibian Adventures Continue in Walvis Bay

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After an incredible 2-night stay in Sesriem and the Sossusvlei area, we hit the road for Walvis Bay and Swakopmund on Namibia’s coast. These cities are just 30 minutes apart, so most travellers base themselves in one (usually Swakopmund) and […]

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A Day Trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island

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After much deliberation about which day trips to take from Osaka, I finally settled on Hiroshima and Miyajima Island because I wanted to see the famous “floating” torii Gate. If you couldn’t already tell after reading all the posts in […]

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Up and About in Osaka!

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Every time I sit down to write about my Japanese adventure, I can’t help but feel a surge of joy. As I pen this piece about Osaka, I’m approaching the first anniversary of my unforgettable journey to this enchanting nation. […]

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"We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There's no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open" - Jawaharial Nehru

Inspire your Wanderlust...

Travel with a Pen is a Nigerian Travel Blog showcasing Nigeria and Africa Travel. On this blog, I share budget-friendly tips and breakdowns for travel within Africa and the rest of the world. I hope youโ€™re inspired to travel better by reading the articles here!

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Camping & Hiking at Castle Forest Lodge

We set out from Nairobi at about 7:30 a.m. for a trip to Castle Forest Lodge, where we would spend […]

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Budget Friendly Destinations for Nigerian Travellers

Is there such a thing as a budget friendly vacation or destination for Nigerians these days? In the time it […]

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Nigeria to Kenya – Travel Costs and Trip Breakdown

How much would it cost for a week-long trip from Nigeria to Kenya? In this post, I will be highlighting […]

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