Now that I’ve been wearing my tracker for a couple of weeks, I’m starting to remember all the things I loved and hated about it—and how my tracking these metrics would sometimes help me deal with my anxiety, or made it even worse. Continue reading How My Fitness Tracker Helps (and Hurts) My Anxiety When Travelling
Last month, I wrote a piece about how I pushed myself to do too much on a trip, and I paid the price with my mental health. I sometimes struggle with being a harsh critic of myself; of noticing when I fall down, and forgetting when I get back up. But I was looking through photos of that trip recently, and I found one that … Continue reading Sometimes, Improving As a Slow Traveller Means Holding All the Purses
Sometimes, humanity’s greatest achievements are pretty gross. My partner and I were looking for a fun way to spend a rainy afternoon, and landed on the Brunel Museum—a small, out-of-the-way museum that’s south of the river in Rotherhithe. It’s focus is engineering/architecture, which I will admit isn’t my forte; it’s much easier for me to get excited about a piece of art then a piece … Continue reading Ego Death at the Brunel Museum: A reflective visit to London’s Thames Tunnel museum
This weekend something pretty special is happening to me—I’m getting ready to get married this week! I wrote a while back about how I wanted to visit Thornbury Castle—and a few weeks later, I did! My partner and I decided it would be the perfect spot to elope in. We’re having a private ceremony on the castle grounds for our elopement weekend, but because we … Continue reading What I Packed for My Castle Elopement in England
Travel days—the days where you’re going to or coming home from your destination—can be stressful. Navigating public transit, long lines through security, getting through the airport and finding out your airline has declared bankruptcy (RIP Spirit Airlines!)… it can be a lot, especially if you’re an anxious person. If you’re looking at reducing travel anxiety, check out these practical tips for a calm travel day: … Continue reading How to Have a Calm Travel Day (Tips for Reducing Travel Anxiety)
Feeling rushed, overwhelmed, or exhausted on trips? I outline the 4 signs you’re travelling too fast—and provide simple, slow travel trips to help you enjoy your trips more and remember them better. Continue reading Signs You’re Travelling Too Fast (and How to Slow Down)
Maybe your passport is being renewed, maybe your ticket got cancelled, or maybe (like me!) you’re saving for a wedding and that’s where all your disposable income is going. But sometimes, travel just isn’t an option. Having the travel “bug” is natural—but when you’re stuck at home, it can be frustrating to not be able to leave your town or city. If you’re looking for … Continue reading Six Ways to Deal With Wanderlust (When You Can’t Travel)
If you’re anything like me, you might worry when you travel that you’re missing out—not getting enough out of the experiences that you’ve travelled so far to do and see. So many voices tell us what to do and see when we go out—Instagram, TikTok, magazines, blogs like mine—but it’s impossible to see everything in a single trip. But damn it if I didn’t try! … Continue reading How to Slow Down While Travelling: A Guide for Overwhelmed Travellers
I’ve been thinking lately about how slow travel really helps me create a calm space in my mind while I travel, and how I remember cities more clearly when I haven’t rushed through them. It makes sense, to a degree; when you slow down, and remove pressure to always be looking for the next thing, you create a space where observation is possible. The chance … Continue reading Why Slow Travel Makes Cities More Memorable
This bank holiday weekend, I wanted to take a break from the hustle and bustle of London for a day trip. After considering a few places, I decided to head to Richmond for a day trip that was equal parts boutique shops and cheery pubs, and nature-filled walks with views of parks and rivers. I wanted to share my itinerary—although I feel like I did … Continue reading The Perfect Nature-Filled Slow Day in Richmond, London
No Small Wander 