I’ve lived and worked in 60 countries across all 7 continents now. That has included seven separate visits to Asia and two separate visits to China specifically. I know China pretty well, so I’d like to introduce you to Hong Kong’s lesser-known gem of a neighbour, Shenzhen. Shenzhen is also known as “China’s Silicon Valley”…
With its collection of palatial artificial islands, scores of high end shopping, and astronomical architecture, Dubai is a city of extravagance. I spent the summer there in 2023 (yes, it was murderously hot!). Given that I couldn’t hang around outdoors, I spent my time checking out all the best luxury hotels. So I made a…
To rest and recharge our batteries, it’s hard to beat the restorative power of beach time. There’s something incomparably therapeutic about getting horizontal by the seaside: Sultry breeze whispering across your skin. Salt water drying in your hair. The soft touch of warm sand on your toes. Want something a little more exciting than your…
Our founder Layne has lived on all seven continents in 61 countries and counting. As a result, she has accumulated a vast body of knowledge about travelling the world independently, safely, and in style. Now she uses her lifetime of inside information to help other travellers live their most unique and audacious dreams. 🌍