You can backpack on your period without much drama if you pack a reusable product such as a menstrual cup, carry a backup tampon or pad, and track your cycle so you can plan big travel days around it. Below, a writer who has managed it all over Latin America and Asia shares her tips,…
Tag: Wellbeing & accessibility
Travelling in a wheelchair
The backpacking lifestyle has always appealed to me, María José, and my husband Javier. The fact that Javier uses a wheelchair (he’s quadriplegic with a complete lesion of C5-C6) has never stopped us from travelling and staying in hostels. Having been on many shorter trips together, on the 30th July 2018, we set off on…
Backpacking with a Disability! (South America edition)
As I boarded the plane to South America I was so nervous. Luckily my fears were unfounded and as a backpacker with cerebral palsy I was amazed at the ease I had in conquering South America. Like anything in life, there are a few hurdles and challenges to overcome along the way, but nothing that…
Travel anxiety: how to manage a panic attack on the road
Your eyes dart around the plane. Your chest hurts a bit and you feel like it’s getting harder and harder to breathe. You’re not sure if it’s in your head, or if you’re in real danger. Having travel anxiety or a panic attack whilst you’re away is an awful and sinking feeling (one I know…
Yoga Hostels to soothe your mind, body and nomadic soul
A yoga hostel is a hostel that runs its own yoga classes, often free or cheap, so you can stretch, sleep and meet people in one place. Our favourites are The Salty Yoga & Surf Retreat in Cascais for yoga and surf, Casa Zen in Costa Rica for daily classes by the beach, and Loft…
How to keep up your fitness regime while travelling
Travelling and staying in shape don’t normally go hand in hand. We all know a vacation is the time for over-indulging, treating yourself, and then coming home feeling about 15lbs heavier! However, I personally think time out of your routine is a great opportunity to prioritise your health. With fewer pressures and commitments, why not…
39 Essential Tips For Staying Healthy And Happy While Travelling
Travelling is medicine for the soul, but as anyone who’s caught the wanderlust bug knows, it’s not always glamorous. Many grand adventures, especially when venturing off-the-beaten-path come with their fair share of bumps, bruises, germs and stresses. It can be tempting to feel overwhelmed and intimidated by the idea of leaving life’s comforts at home….
How travel helped me overcome depression and fall back in love with my life
Travel didn’t cure my depression, but once I was well enough to go, a year on the road with my medication, my therapy skills and my support network a video call away gave me back my confidence. Mental health struggles can hit anyone, no matter how perfect life looks from the outside. For me, it…
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