Hi ๐๐ฝ, welcome to the soft side of Instagram. Over here, we
- travel with our 9-5
- share relatable travel content
- do not gatekeep
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This is one of the greatest travel hacks for all my 9-5 people who love to explore! ๐ช
This year, while working full time, I travelled to a new place each month, visiting local, regional and international destinations - including a 25-day trip to Japan! ๐คฏ
How did I do it? I stacked my PTO, weekends and public holidays to maximise my vacation days! And now, I'm giving you my blueprint and travel planning strategy ๐
These are some suggestions but feel FREE to mix and match according to your preference! Happy Travels! ๐ช
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March and April are peak months in Japan but it is still possible to experience the beauty of the country without feeling overwhelmed. Here's how:
โฐ๏ธ: If you want to stick the main tourist loop, try going in early March. The weather is still a bit cooler but it's beginning to warm up and many places will be less crowded compared to when cherry blossoms begin to bloom. You might also catch some early blossoms too ๐ธ
๐ฆ: Become an early bird or a night owl. Many places are considerably less crowded in the mornings and at night.
๐: Travel slow. Skip the day trip if you can and stay overnight. It gives you the chance to experience places relatively quieter before day trippers arrive and long after they've left.
๐ง Go off the beaten path: where you don't need to get up at 4am. The streets are quiet all day long!
๐ฅพ: Go hiking or cycling: for less crowded spaces and beautiful nature.
As you plan your 2026 adventures, be mindful. be respectful. be responsible. Happy Travels!
In an age where the predominant message is to quit your job to travel the world, I'm here to tell you that you don't have to!
It's okay to work a job you love and travel when you can
It's okay if travel is only just a hobby
It's okay to find a balance that works for YOU
It's okay to post about that one trip all year long - I do it and will continue to do it!
Do you and enjoy your life the way you have designed it!๐
And I couldn't get enough of this gorgeous mountain!
I saved a visit to the Fuji Five Lakes area for my second trip to Japan - and spent 3 nights in the area. Mount Fuji was clear and visible throughout our stay! Morning, afternoon and evening!
It was phenomenal! I read that Fuji-san is only visible about 80 days of the year. I guess we were lucky to have this majestic view for 4 consecutive days!
Another collection of some of my favourite places in the world ๐ โฃ
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๐ ๐๐ก๐ ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐๐ ๐, ๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐-๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ญ๐: absolutely stunning property, excellent service, no single supplement (when I went), delightful safaris! I love this place so much and can't wait to return!โฃ
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๐ธ ๐๐๐ฆ๐ฐ๐จ๐ง๐ฒ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐ง ๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐จ๐ง, ๐๐๐ฆ๐ฐ๐จ๐ง: I wanted a hanok stay during my trip to Korea and this place delivered! Modern, but with all the characteristics of a traditional hanok? Yes, please!โฃ
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๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ข ๐๐๐ข ๐๐ซ๐๐ก๐ข๐, ๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ข: Rustic accommodation in the mountains of Chiang Mai. Elephants, riverside fun, friendly people, good food! Thailand is amazing and this is one reason why!โฃ
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๐ฆ ๐๐ ๐๐จ๐๐๐ง๐๐, ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ณ๐: a relaxing and cosy gateway to Volcanooes National Park. โฃ
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๐ป ๐๐๐ฐ๐ข ๐๐จ๐๐ ๐, ๐๐ฆ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ข (๐๐จ๐ข๐ญ๐จ๐ค๐ญ๐จ๐ค): a charming lodge situated just outside Amboseli National Park, busy waterholes, and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaroโฃ
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๐ด ๐ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ ๐๐๐ง๐ฒ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ซ๐ข ๐๐ฅ๐ฎ๐, ๐๐๐ง๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ค๐ข: Luxury accommodation at the foot of Mount Kenya. Beautiful grounds and excellent views of Mount Kenya.โฃ
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๐ ๐๐ฆ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ข ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ก ๐๐๐ฆ๐ฉ: Rustic self-catering accommodation close to Amboseli National Park. Excellent wildlife viewing right on the property! We tracked cheetahs on foot with a Masaai guide and it was the most exhilarating experience!โฃ
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Which ones are you adding to your to-stay list?โฃ