Where in the World I Have Been

“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

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Destinations around the World (Page in Progress)…

Africa

Nigeria –  AbiaCross RiverEkitiEnugu, FCT (Abuja)KadunaKwara,  LagosOndoOyo

Benin RepublicCotonou, Fidjrosse, Ganvie, Grand PopoOuidah, The N20k Budget Series, Travel Cost Breakdown

GhanaAccra, Cape Coast, Travel Cost Breakdown

Morocco –

South Africa – Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger NP, JJC’s Guide, The SA Diaries, Travel Cost Breakdown

Tanzania – Arusha, Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire NP, Zanzibar, JJC’s Guide, The TZ Diaries, Travel Cost Breakdown

Togo – Lome, The N20k Budget Series, Travel Cost Breakdown

The Middle East & Asia

United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi, Dubai

India – New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Pune, The Golden Triangle Diaries, Solo Travel Horror Stories

Europe

Belgium – Brussels

France – Paris, Fontainbleau

Italy – Florence, Pompeii, Rome, Vatican City, Venice, Travel Cost Breakdown

Netherlands – Amsterdam, Zaanse Schans

Spain –  Barcelona

The Europe Tour Diaries, Solo Travel Horror Stories

North America

The USA – Houston

Write-ups

Fiction – Short Stories, Series, Flash Fiction, Letters

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Honestly, I am not quite sure if I preferred Japan in Spring 🌸 or Fall 🍂 - both are amazing!

For our second trip to the country 🇯🇵, we went in late March and stayed until mid April. The weather was perfect - cold (but the nice kind), crisp and joyful. 

I also did not find the crowds overwhelming at this time - perhaps because cherry blossoms in the more famous cities were not in full bloom yet. We went to lesser-visited places and were rewarded with gorgeous scenery, cherry blossom bloom 😍 and more!

Japan remains my favourite destination and it's a sentiment shared by many. I hope I get the chance to return again 💙
Honestly, I am not quite sure if I preferred Japan in Spring 🌸 or Fall 🍂 - both are amazing! For our second trip to the country 🇯🇵, we went in late March and stayed until mid April. The weather was perfect - cold (but the nice kind), crisp and joyful. I also did not find the crowds overwhelming at this time - perhaps because cherry blossoms in the more famous cities were not in full bloom yet. We went to lesser-visited places and were rewarded with gorgeous scenery, cherry blossom bloom 😍 and more! Japan remains my favourite destination and it's a sentiment shared by many. I hope I get the chance to return again 💙
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When you travel for over 10,000km to see a library! ✨️💙🌻🇰🇷
When you travel for over 10,000km to see a library! ✨️💙🌻🇰🇷
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January - especially the second week is such a fun travel time for me! I find lots of deals and in many places, the weather is still great - but the Christmas and New Year crowds have left!

This is your reminder to set some money aside for January - whether you're travelling or not!
January - especially the second week is such a fun travel time for me! I find lots of deals and in many places, the weather is still great - but the Christmas and New Year crowds have left! This is your reminder to set some money aside for January - whether you're travelling or not!
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Start your travel year right! Detty December is nice but you know what's better? ✨️Jetty January✈️✨️🥁
Start your travel year right! Detty December is nice but you know what's better? ✨️Jetty January✈️✨️🥁
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Tag your travel buddy who needs this reminder before December spending gets wild 💸

Set aside a small percent of your earnings in December. It makes January feel lighter and if you love to travel, January (after the first week) is almost always a good time to do so!

There are lots of deals, weather is great in many places and the crowds would start heading home!

Are you team January travel or no?
Tag your travel buddy who needs this reminder before December spending gets wild 💸 Set aside a small percent of your earnings in December. It makes January feel lighter and if you love to travel, January (after the first week) is almost always a good time to do so! There are lots of deals, weather is great in many places and the crowds would start heading home! Are you team January travel or no?
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Drop your totals in the comments! 💭💫

If you've spent or are planning to spend:

$100 - $180: 💎 RICH rich! 💸💸 - you're basically living your travel influencer fantasy and I'm happy for you!

$50 - $90: ✨️ Travel MVP - the travel vibes are strong with this one!

$10 - $40: 🌸 Globe Trotter in Training: Rooting for you!

$0: 💫 Dreamer Mode: planning and dreaming. See you at 🌸 soon!
Drop your totals in the comments! 💭💫 If you've spent or are planning to spend: $100 - $180: 💎 RICH rich! 💸💸 - you're basically living your travel influencer fantasy and I'm happy for you! $50 - $90: ✨️ Travel MVP - the travel vibes are strong with this one! $10 - $40: 🌸 Globe Trotter in Training: Rooting for you! $0: 💫 Dreamer Mode: planning and dreaming. See you at 🌸 soon!
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It's me 🤭🫣
It's me 🤭🫣
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Idea for your 2026 travel year: A Kenya + Uganda combo trip!

Start with sunrise safaris in Tsavo National Park 🦁, unwind on Kenya’s dreamy coastline in Diani or Watamu 🌊🌴 and enjoy the pulse of city life in Nairobi ☕.

Then head to Uganda for misty treks with gorillas 🦍, and slow days near Lake Victoria ⛰️

From beaches to mountains, wildlife to culture, this combo is perfect for travellers who want variety without rushing. Save this if you’re planning a Kenya Uganda itinerary and ask me anything you'd like to know about visiting both countries!✨

#KenyaTravel #UgandaTravel #VisitUganda #VisitKenya #EastAfricaTrip
Idea for your 2026 travel year: A Kenya + Uganda combo trip! Start with sunrise safaris in Tsavo National Park 🦁, unwind on Kenya’s dreamy coastline in Diani or Watamu 🌊🌴 and enjoy the pulse of city life in Nairobi ☕. Then head to Uganda for misty treks with gorillas 🦍, and slow days near Lake Victoria ⛰️ From beaches to mountains, wildlife to culture, this combo is perfect for travellers who want variety without rushing. Save this if you’re planning a Kenya Uganda itinerary and ask me anything you'd like to know about visiting both countries!✨ #KenyaTravel #UgandaTravel #VisitUganda #VisitKenya #EastAfricaTrip
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Hi 👋🏽, welcome to the soft side of Instagram. Over here, we

- travel with our 9-5
- share relatable travel content
- do not gatekeep

If this sounds like your vibe, come say hello!
Hi 👋🏽, welcome to the soft side of Instagram. Over here, we - travel with our 9-5 - share relatable travel content - do not gatekeep If this sounds like your vibe, come say hello!
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