Travel Tips & Itineraries

I’m Kirstie, your resident wanderer! I've been either backpacking or living abroad on and off since 2015. Now in my fifth year in my current home of Tokyo, I've been lost enough times, renewed enough visas, and missed enough trains to that I think I might just be starting to get the hang of being a wanderer after all.

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How to Plan A Gap Year

There are three main options for how to style your gap year—using a group tour, doing the working holiday visa, or backpacking. You can pick one, two or all three of these methods to make it work but one recommendation I have for sure is just do it! Here's my breakdown of each travel style to help you decide.

The Best Vietnam Itinerary for 30 days

Vietnam is one of my favourite countries I've ever visited. From the mountains to the beaches, the scenery can't be beat. Mix in the friendly locals and amazing food, and you have a country you'll always want to come back to.