OUR ATTEMPT AT PACKING FOR A LONG TERM JOURNEY
So, we are leaving for a year long trip in less than 24 hours. All our things are stored into boxes and we guess it is time to get packing.
GET UP AND GO! WHY YOU SHOULD TRAVEL TODAY
A little food for thought about why we need to stop waiting, and start travelling today!
TOP UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO RIDES
If you enjoy roller coasters and attractions as much as we do (well at least as much as Stephen) then you have to go to these rides when making a trip down to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida.
10 WAYS TO TRAVEL FOR FREE - AND EVEN GET PAID FOR IT
Yes, it is possible to travel around the world on an empty wallet. Here is what you can do ...
HOW TO CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY LIKE AN AUSSIE
It's Australia Day here in Oz and the celebrations are about to begin. Ever interested in how we celebrate Australia Day down under? Here are some tips to celebrate like a true blue Aussie if you ever find yourself in Australia on the founding of our nations birthday.
CAN TRAVEL STRENGTHEN A RELATIONSHIP?
We are clearly big advocates of travel and believe that travel can truly strengthen a relationship. We aren't just talking just about relationships with significant others. We believe travel can strengthen relationships with parents, siblings friends and even yourself.
10 SIMPLE TRAVEL HACKS
Here are our 10 simple travel hacks that we swear by here at Flying The Nest.
HAPPINESS COMES FROM EXPERIENCES, NOT MATERIAL THINGS
"Collect moments, not things" - People constantly ask us "how can you afford to travel so much" and I believe that it's living by this quote that we are able to make it happen.
10 EXCUSES NOT TO TRAVEL
Not enough money? Too old? Too young? We believe there are no excuses when it comes to travelling, only solutions on how to overcome them.
WHY YOU SHOULD DO A UNIVERSITY STUDY TOUR
During the end of my university degree I had the amazing opportunity to partake in an international study tour. These are the reasons why you should do one too.
50 LESSONS LEARNT WHILST TRAVELLING
We have been travelling the world for just over 5 years and during that time we worked full time jobs whilst finishing full time university degrees, but we kept coming back to the experiences and lessons learnt when we were able to getaway and travel stayed with us. These are 50 experiences we have learnt during our travels.
5 SIGNS YOU HAVEN'T TRAVELLED ENOUGH
Have you been bitten by the travel bug? Do you know if you have travelled enough? Well we are here to see if you have the symptoms and signs of whether you have travelled enough.
AFRAID OF FLYING? HERE ARE SOME TIPS FOR THE NERVOUS FLYER
The first time I stepped foot on a plane was when I was 18.. and I was terrified. Here are some tips and tricks I have used over the years to calm my nerves.
HOW TO TAKE BETTER INSTAGRAM PHOTOS
Have that feeling of regret when you upload a photograph to Instagram and it doesn't look as awe-inspiring as it did when you were on vacation? We have you covered in our latest photography guide, this time we show you how to take better Instagram photos.
TRAVEL BAG ESSENTIALS: ONE FOR THE GIRLS
I am a strong believer in keeping your carry on/travel bag light, carrying only your true essentials! If any of you are wondering what's in my travel bag - here you go. These are my top essential items that are always in my travel bag, ranging from beauty products to gadgets and accessories.
HOW TO AFFORD A LIFE OF TRAVEL
No, we don't have a money tree. No, our families aren't wealthy. No, we don't live off our parents. We have both funded every single trip we have been on since we were bitten by the travel bug back in 2009. How do we do it? It's all about planning, prioritising and compromising.
10 THINGS WE HATE ABOUT TRAVELLING
Don't get us wrong, we love travelling but there are certainly things about travelling that are not so fun. I am sure you will agree with some of the things we hate about travelling.
GIFT IDEAS FOR THE TRAVELLER
It's that time of year again. The Christmas decorations are starting to come up and that warm fuzzy feeling is beginning to fill the air. It is time to start getting on top of your Christmas shopping and we are here to help. We have come up with a list of Christmas gifts that are perfect for travellers like ourselves.
TRAVELLING AS A COUPLE
Travelling as a couple is so unique. You are not alone, yet you are not with a group of friends. You are a unit, travelling together and sharing all your experiences (the ups and the downs) with someone else. Read about what we have learnt about ourselves and our relationship as we travel around the world as a couple.
TRAVEL AGENTS VS ONLINE
In this day in age where the internet is so readily available alongside apps that track and alert us of deals, do you think that travel agents are becoming obsolete? We discuss the pros and cons of booking your travel with a travel agent vs online.