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Female SOLOists: Meet Ellen Magellan – the woman who’s rowing around the world
Seven years. That’s how long it’s going to take this explorer to complete her current mission, she tells Kate Wills.
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Want to take the plunge with solo travel? Let these quotes inspire you…
Travelling on your own can be a daunting prospect. But these pros show that confidence and new friends await.
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The psychological boost of booking a trip is one every travel-lover needs
There’s an addictive anticipation to escapism, says Jonathan Thompson, who lives for a new date in his diary.
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Out in the wilderness with Finland’s husky trainers as winter arrives in Lapland
Tinja Myllykangas writes about what pack animals (and puppies) can teach us from her off-grid Arctic retreat.
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Meet our adventure architect: What it’s really like designing dream trips for a living
Travel pro, Tino Roco, has visited more than 70 countries and now puts that experience to good use at Flash Pack.
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What going to a festival alone taught me about meeting new people
When Aimée Grant Cumberbatch set off to a festival alone, she wasn’t expecting the adventure to be life-changing.
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Why often-derided Filipino food is *actually* some of Asia’s best
Food in the Philippines hasn’t always received a positive reputation. But thanks to some skilled chefs, that’s changing.
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Bowled over: Test Match Special host Ebony Rainford-Brent on her Jordan adventure
After winning the World Cup, the cricketer needed a new challenge. So, she took up adventure travel with Flash Pack…
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How I survived grizzlies and the Russian winter to cycle the world solo
Vedangi Kulkarni braved bear attacks, border crossings and brisk temperatures on a bikepacking adventure.
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A trip to Vietnam pushed my boundaries. I even braved a Vespa tour…
Would you see the sights of Ho Chi Minh by bike? Single mum and Flashpacker, Victoria Farrell, embraced the adventure.
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The cucumber-cool Finnish brands placing sustainable growth over financial success
We take a look at the Scandi brands championing community and care for the environment over consumerism at any cost…
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Man to Man: Why friendship and community are key to greater inclusivity
In the latest in our series, Muslim mountaineer and marathon runner, Haroon Mota, writes about the need for men to combat isolation.
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I teach mindfulness to elite athletes. Here’s how to apply it to adventure travel
Nervous about ice-hiking in Argentina? Having calmed Olympians, Luke Doherty has tips on how to perform at your best.
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The world’s happiest country: Inside Costa Rica’s pura vida mindset
The country’s mantra is all about a warm welcome and a slow-paced way of life. Surfboards at the ready…
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How a group trip to Turkey helped shift a post-pandemic cloud for me
It was only after a big trip that Lucinda Dixon realized how much she’d missed her hobbies of travel and photography.
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I embraced my thirties crisis. Here’s why you should, too
When she reached 30, Jenni Shaw had an epiphany and embarked on an adventure that changed her life.
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How to quit the rat race and follow your dreams
Travel blogger, Kristin Addis, explains how she quit her job as an investment banker for a world adventure – and hasn’t looked back.
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Less work, more life: tackling the mid-30s blues
As flexible working starts to gather pace, we look at how to ensure you find the right work-life balance.
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The difference between self-centred and selfish
Choosing your own path, rather than ticking boxes, will leave you feeling happier and more fulfilled.
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The ultimate solo travel guide to Thailand: Everything you need to know
We explore Thailand as a solo travel destination, complete with safety tips and top destinations, including Phuket, Railay Beach and Bangkok.