Kristen

Tofo Mozambique – The Paradise You Never Knew Existed

I’m familiar with a location where few people are. It’s the type of area where the silica-rich sand creaks beneath your feet, where you quit wearing shoes, don’t even think about combing your hair, and where, since there are no mirrors, you stop thinking about how you appear. It begins to become whatever you feel, which is comfortable and as if your spirit is being cleansed. The water is ideal for Goldilock’s personality since it is neither too hot nor too cold. It’s only. The weather is also ideal in November, neither too damp nor too hot, with a pleasant

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Kristen

Three stunning places in Southern Africa for a safari adventure

An African safari is one of those experiences I’ve wanted to have ever since I learned that “Z is for zebra” in my early years. Illustrated books flooded my head with thoughts of what Africa would be like. I pictured a bright, brilliant sun with animals roaming nonchalantly, coming out of nowhere. At the national parks, this was completely true. It was precisely how I pictured it as a youngster. When travelers come to Southern Africa, most visit Kruger National Park, South Africa, drive to Cape Town, and depart without seeing anything else. While these two areas are renowned for

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Kristen

Skiing for beginners: a complete guide

My mother tells me that I was four the first time I tried skiing. I don’t recall, but she stated that instead of attempting to learn to ski, I spent much of the time eating snow. To be told, I still enjoy eating snow (I know, don’t eat yellow snow!), but now I’m also much more open to exploring the sporting element of it. So at 29, I took up skiing again to finally learn how to do it right. I was a little hesitant to learn to ski because of the shoulder surgery I underwent a few years ago.

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Kristen

A budget guide for traveling to South Africa: How much does it cost?

In this episode of Banker’s Advice, we look at how much money you can anticipate to spend in South Africa. It’s a country with the potential to be inexpensive to visit, but make no mistake: it’s not a low-cost vacation. I spent nine weeks travelling solo around the country, and while it’s not as inexpensive as locations in Southeast Asia, which isn’t surprising given how difficult it is to match the pricing there, I still found it to be pretty fair. This is mostly due to the favourable exchange rate for people travelling with US dollars or Euros. One South

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The ultimate one-day itinerary for Malta: 24 things you don’t want to miss

Malta is a country of stunning beauty, with its yellow-stone buildings that glow in the sun, its green farms that contrast with the dry climate, and its blue ocean that surrounds the islands. I visited in October, when the beaches were quiet and serene, and the water was still warm enough for swimming. I only had 24 hours to explore Malta, but thanks to my guide Alvaro from Guatemala, I got to see and learn a lot about this fascinating country. He showed me the main attractions and some hidden gems that I would never forget. Here are some tips

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Kristen

The Karoo, South Africa: A place of tranquility and excellence

Have you ever felt truly isolated? Not in terms of a lack of unity with your next guy (or woman), but of pure and lovely freedom? Nothing around you, nothing encumbering you, what appears to be the entire globe at your feet, nothing obstructing your vision in every direction, and not a soul in sight to ruin the wonderful moment unfolding before you? It is for sure a rarity. That type of boundless space and the exquisite sense of being the only human on planet, even if you know deep down that it’s not true, provides a kind of bliss

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Kristen

The breathtaking beauty of South Africa’s rugged coastline

The sea laps against the cliffs and sandbanks in long, soft waves. The water rushes in and out smoothly, as it usually does, thanks to the moon’s grace. We, an international group of observers, one from California, one from Canada, one from South Africa, and three from Germany, stroll in time with the waves along the grassy cliffs. Every now and again, I can’t help but halt and observe the lads as they go about their business. I take lengthy breaths and steal little moments from myself. I was missing the sea. I was reminded of Ireland since the scenery

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From one river to another, Leaving South Africa to Namibia

Leaving South Africa triggered a flurry of unsettling emotions in my chest. It usually happens to me when I leave a place: I get a pang of nostalgia in the pit of my stomach. My heart rate has increased somewhat. I have a sudden want to stay, as well as the enticing appeal of the unknown ahead of me. It’s like an internal conflict between a sentimental longing for the familiar on one side and a curious want for the new on the other. Did this happen to you as well? It’s called a bittersweet goodbye, I believe. Following nine

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Kristen

How to walk from Villa O’Higgins, Chile to El Chaltén, Argentina

Following a fantastic few weeks hitchhiking down Chile’s Carretera Austral, it was time to call it quits on Ruta 7. Although the accommodations were modest, the WiFi hardly worked, knowing Spanish was a must, and the gravel road required hours of driving to cover even short distances, this section of Chile has a unique charm that cannot be found anywhere. Individuals are humble, open, and inquisitive. The terrain is unparalleled in its raw beauty, and the isolation and harshness of it all meant a true off-the-beaten-path experience that most foreigners do not get in Patagonia (but if you read the

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Kristen

9 amazing things to do in Chiang Mai

I’ve visited Chiang Mai around 8 times already, generally staying at least a few days in between excursions to Pai and Chiang Rai. I realized I’d never given you a post on my favorite things to do there. It’s past time for me to fix that. Chiang Mai is fantastic for a variety of reasons, including its natural beauty, amazing street cuisine, low costs, and plenty of night markets. It’s no wonder that so many digital nomads call it home, and the majority of visitors to Thailand include it on their itinerary. Here are my nine (yes, nine, not ten)

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Hi, I am Kristen, I have been living in Southeast Asia for over five years and I love to share my experiences on this blog. You will find stories about my daily life, as well as my travels around the world. From exotic tastes to stunning views and funny encounters from across the globe, join me on my amazing journey at www.theladyontheroad.com

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