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Creative Ways to Connect with Friends & Family When you’re Far Apart
Whether it’s because you’re stuck indoors due to a global pandemic, or you’re in another country and missing home, being isolated forces us to be more creative and to connect to others more than ever. The Internet is full of creative ways to connect with friends and family around the world, and we’re not talking your basic messaging or video call. This post is for people looking for some fun and alternative ways to communicate with loved ones when you’re miles away from each other. Netflix Party Netflix Party is a an extension for Chrome that allows you to group watch Netflix shows and chat whilst they’re going on. I…
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A Perfect Day-Trip from Milan to Lugano
Lugano in summer is probably not what you expect when you first think of Switzerland. This sunny city in southern Switzerland belongs to the Italian speaking Ticino region and is easily reached from Milan or Lake Como. I had to keep reminding myself that I had crossed a border and wasn’t still in Italy. That said, Lugano boasts stunning lake views, lush, hikeable mountains, pristine gardens and some pretty tasty food. I spent 24 hours here on my solo trip to Italy last year, and want to share how to get from Milan to Lugano and what there is to do in this beautiful city. Getting From Milan to Lugano…
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So Long, 2019 – My Year in Travel
As we reach the end of 2019 and approach a new decade, I wanted to end the year on a slightly more personal note, recapping my year in travel, starting a blog and leaving my job. This post is a bit more self indulgent than the others, but I want anyone reading to get a sense of who I am and to inspire anyone else who feels stuck to make the most out of their situation, so here goes! Leaving my job to Travel In August I published my first ever blog post – ‘Why I left my Job to Travel Solo Around the World’, where I talked about a…
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What to See and Do in Milan
Last summer I took my first solo trip abroad to Milan. Although it’s not a very traditional Italian city and often gets dismissed as “too industrial”, I fell in love with the history of the city. I discovered some of the architectural and cultural gems that the city has to offer. I have put together a list of my top picks of what to see and do in Milan, especially if it’s your first time in the Italian metropolis. My list includes a mix classic sights and some hidden gems. Duomo & Roof Terraces “Duomo”, simply meaning “cathedral” in Italian, is a focal landmark and one of the best things…
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A Magical day on the Bernina Express
I recently went on my first proper solo trip abroad to Milan, using it as base to explore northern Italy and parts of Switzerland. One of the highlights of was a day trip on the Bernina Express train to St Moritz, Switzerland. This is a concise guide to the journey from Milan to St Moritz, including getting your tickets and transport to Tirano. The Bernina Express is a panoramic, scenic train ride through the Swiss Alps. It connects sleepy Italian town Tirano with Chur in Switzerland on a 4 hour train journey. The main highlight of the journey however, is is it’s namesake, the Bernina Pass, which is a section…
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5+ Amazing Day Trips from Milan by Train
I recently explored parts of Northern Italy and Switzerland on a solo trip using Milan as my base. I passed through Milan a few years ago on a trip with my friends. We flew there and rented a car to drive to Lake Como and on the way back we got a train from Milan Central Station to Venice. I’d caught glimpses of the city and knew that I’d love to explore it one day. Fast forward 3 years and when looking for a week long solo trip Milan seemed like a good choice, with plenty of culture, warm weather and, a location near to the Italian Riviera and great…
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Welcome to my Blog- Why I Decided to Travel Solo and Start a Blog
Hi there and welcome to my first blog post! Here’s a bit about me, why I started this online journal, and why I decided to quit my job and travel solo. Why Start a Blog? Why Travel Solo? My name is Imani, I’m 26 and I’m just starting a new chapter of my life, which I want to share with you. I recently came to a pivotal point in my life/career where I felt like I wasn’t going anywhere or really making the most of my life. I decided to be brave and leave my job in pursuit of adventures and new experiences abroad. I have wanted to travel for…
