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…
I’m Layne! 👋 I’ve lived on all seven continents in 60 countries and counting. As a result, I’ve accumulated a vast body of knowledge about travelling the world solo, safely, and in style. Now I use my lifetime of inside information to help other travellers plan their most unique and audacious dream trips. 🌍