Out of Office Adventures

How to look stylish (and stay warm) in Paris this winter

Practical and chic French looks for the festive season

Nov 25 • 

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Is solo travel more embarrassing than having a boyfriend?

What happens when everyone else falls in love and you book a flight instead

Nov 10 • 

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October 2025

Why solo travel is the best confidence coach you’ll never hire

Four powerful reasons to take the leap

Oct 29 • 

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How to travel in 2026: 'why' matters more than 'where'

The 7 new trends prioritising purpose over place

Oct 21 • 

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Okinawa's secrets for a long and happy life

What happens when you follow a stranger's travel advice

Oct 15 • 

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What happens when you actually trust yourself

You can't think your way out of survival mode

Oct 8 • 

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September 2025

Epilogue

What happened after the final chapter of Love at First Flight, my solo travel memoir

Sep 30 • 

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Why beautiful landscapes actually heal your tired mind

Discover which of these 7 natural environments you need right now

Sep 23 • 

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How New Zealand delivered unexpected magic

Chapter 26: A sunset, a love bridge and a wondrous surprise

Sep 6 • 

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August 2025

The stories that limit you and how to see past them

When your mind immediately goes into drama queen mode

Aug 28 • 

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July 2025

How I received a life-changing offer in New Zealand

Chapter 25: New beginnings, but in which direction?

Jul 29 • 

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How I found my way through the mist in Argentina

Chapter 24: One week left of my epic journey

Jul 8 • 

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