…ove pet sitting for people so that I have pet companionship, not just for ‘free’ accommodation. So house / pet sitting is great for everyone, both myself and the hosts. So in January I also got busy joining Trusted House Sitters. I had to add photos of myself with other pets I’d looked after, write up a compelling profile about myself and my experiences pet sitting. I had to contact my previous hosts to ask for reviews to add to my profile. And th…
…alm them down, but I also had an incident when an elderly lady freaked out completely and tried to open a door mid-flight. (no worries: this is technically impossible!) Q7. What advice and/or statistics can you give people who are afraid of flying? I have no statistics at hand since I am currently spending my vacation months (a benefit of flying for my airline is the unlimited possibilities of working part-time. In my case, I get 4 months off plus…
…l for anyone working many hours per day sitting at a desk, especially on a computer. Coming from a super-active sports’ oriented lifestyle I had no understanding of ergonomics. In fact, I didn’t even know what that term meant. So,unbeknownst to me, I spent 2 solid years sitting at a computer10-12 hours per day, completely in the wrong positions: wrong computer screen position, wrong keyboard and mouse positions, wrong posture… And in Dec, 2012 my…
…ice warm blankets with fluffy pillows. No need to tromp downstairs with my computer and papers to sit in a noisy common’s room for me! I was immensely happy to have that Tep just about then. Little did I know the Tep was about to really save my butt! After three days in Rotorua, I traveled to my next HelpX home near Te Puke on the North Island’s Bay of Plenty. As it turned out, my hosts lived several km outside of a tiny town in the midst of vast…
…ne Coast beaches are primarily the domain of surfers as the ocean provides reliable surf all year round. The crashing waves, rough frothing water, regular strong rip currents and jellyfish found along this region of Australia’s coast do not always lend to safe or enjoyable swimming. However, 12 beaches have beach patrol stations with life guards and flags set out for safe swimming areas. Generally instead of swimming, people enjoy plenty of other…
…ocal subway/metro rail system. Riding these is both fairly inexpensive and reliable. They typically make many stops all over the city and there’s almost always a stop near popular monuments and attractions. Make sure you understand the map before boarding or you may end up at the Louvre instead of the Eiffel Tower, which isn’t really a terrible thing but it may cost you time. Meanwhile, point-to-point train travel is an excellent way to travel bet…
…paying for two dorm beds. Thus, traveling in pairs really pays off when it comes to accommodation in Mexico… unless, of course, you actually prefer hostel life. * Double rooms at budget hotels cost as little as 300-500 pesos per night / $17-27 US for two people. That may or may not include breakfast and drinking water. * All the hostels & guest houses I stayed at in Yucatan have well-stocked kitchens. Grocery shopping and cooking for yourself coul…
…a cheaper alternative may be to use a shipping company. You can find cheap reliable shipping companies on delivery comparison website Shiply. The quotes are free so you can get an idea of the cost and weigh up your options. Now to get yourself there. Don’t just presume flying is the best option consider alternatives like getting a ferry, bus or train and always consider your budget. What to bring This is the most stressful part of any move. Packin…
…our homework before making any decisions. If your car is small, it may not comfortably handle the family. In this case, you’d be better off renting one of the new reliable SUVs. As a bonus, you won’t have to worry about vehicle maintenance or wear and tear. Road trips can be very taxing on older vehicles, and they may result in some unexpected repairs that will really put a dent in your budget. Be prepared for anything You could take a road trip i…
…Zealand. Expect to get wet once you fall to the water underneath after the free fall! Paragliding in Morocco We all wanted to fly! Paragliding allows you to do this by riding on lightweight and free-flying glider aircraft. As a pilot, you will be sitting in a harness that is hung below the fabric wing of the paraglider. Since Morocco has many wide dune-filled plains, paragliding is one of the most thrilling outdoor Moroccan activities you can do h…
Hi! I'm Lash, an American nomadic world traveler who's been traveling solo since 1998. I’m passionate about traveling the world nomadically and then sharing it all with you. I hope to inspire you to travel the world, to entertain you with tales from the road, and to help you reach your travel dreams. Welcome! 
