How to pack hand luggage only for a one-week trip: the carry-on challenge

hand luggage only for one week trip

Here I help you avoid expensive baggage fees by sharing some tips and a hand luggage only packing list for a one-week trip in varying climates. Hand luggage only packing tips Find clothes and accessories that mix and match. If a T-shirt only goes with one pair of trousers, it’s a no-no Multipurpose “dress up, […]

The A to Z of gap year planning, Part 3: R to T

The right time quote - T is for Time

“Agh! Planning my gap year is so overwhelming!” “I don’t know where to start!” Help is at hand. In this third of four posts on gap year planning, I share hints and tips on gap year research, saving up, and perfect timing. For more on gap year planning, check out the rest of the series: Part […]

The A to Z of gap year planning, Part 2: I to Q

plan my gap year experiences: balloon flight

“How do I plan my gap year?” “Do I even want to have all those stereotypical gap year experiences?” How do you decide what to focus on in your gap year? In the second of four posts on gap year planning, I share tips and advice on your job, your loved ones(s), your mortgage and new gap year experiences. […]

The A to Z of gap year planning, Part 1: A to H

plan my gap year budget - gear

“How do I even start to plan my gap year?” “What about a gap year budget?” You aren’t alone in asking these questions – there can seem like zillions of things to think about when planning a gap year. Do I want to travel, volunteer, learning a new language? How can I save up? What about my […]

Setting aims and objectives for your career break

career break aims and objectives

When I was planning my career break, a friend of mine suggested I write down everything I wanted to achieve during my time away from the 9-5 (or 6, 9, 11) routine. Brilliant idea and one I’d really recommend – it really helped me capture everything that was swirling around in my head. So, here’s […]