Backpacking Bella Blog
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Bringing you the best tips for soulful and stylish world travel, from the most serene yoga resorts to what to wear in different destinations. I will share my advice and tips of things I've learned along the way along with my travel diaries and experiences. I'm Claire, a British writer and communications specialist who left behind my media career in London six years ago to just travel.
Backpacking Bella Blog
1w ago
George Town, the capital of Penang state, is located on Penang Island in Malaysia. It is connected to the north-west coast of mainland Malaysia by a 8.4 mile long bridge. There’s also a second bridge which at 15 miles is the longest in Southeast Asia. Here is a guide to the perfect Penang Malaysia itinerary including ..read more
Backpacking Bella Blog
1w ago
There are many special places to visit in Bali, Indonesia’s beautiful and spiritual island. Vogue calls it ‘one one of the world’s most iconic islands to visit in Asia.’ The good news is, you don’t need a designer budget to enjoy a beautiful Bali road trip. Read on for a backpacking Bali route that will ..read more
Backpacking Bella Blog
1w ago
Borneo was always on my travelling hit list as a must-visit place, as I’d long dreamed of going to see the orangutans in the jungle. As I only had a few days of backpacking in Borneo, I chose to visit Kuching in Sarawak. This is a good base to see two of the island’s highlights ..read more
Backpacking Bella Blog
2w ago
If you are considering a romantic winter break in Paris, you are in for a treat. Even when it’s bitterly cold, the City of Lights still impresses. However, you need to pack carefully for winter in the French capital. But don’t worry, I’m here to help. I studied fashion for two years and I have ..read more
Backpacking Bella Blog
2w ago
If you’re keen to explore Canada, you’re not alone. Last year, tourism to Canada exceeded pre-pandemic levels and it’s set to grow 30% by 2030. Here is the ultimate travel guide for your backpacking Canada route and the best ways to travel Canada on a budget. I spent two months with my boyfriend travelling across ..read more
Backpacking Bella Blog
1M ago
Visitors to South America would be mad to miss Chile: its charming cities are full of personality, while its dramatic landscapes have the wow factor. And now is the time to come. Chile has recently introduced visa-free entry for visitors from 94 countries. On my round the world trip, I spent two weeks in Chile ..read more
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1M ago
Straddling the borders of Brazil and Argentina is one of the world’s most spectacular set of waterfalls: Iguazu Falls. Its name derives from the indigenous words for ‘big water’. Iguazu has been named one of the natural seven wonders of the world. Here’s all the information you need on how to visit Iguazu Falls from ..read more
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1M ago
On my first trip to India, I spent a month at the hippie beaches of Goa. In Palolem, I attended yoga classes at a nearby well-being centre called Bhakti Kutir. Secluded among the trees 200 metres above the south end of the beach, it’s a great place to go if you’re looking for yoga in Palolem ..read more
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1M ago
The Arpora night market in Goa is a colourful and vibrant experience and one of the most famous night markets in the world. With tasty food, live music and a wide variety of international stalls, this is the night market for all your hippie needs. Read on to find out what you can expect to ..read more
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1M ago
Japan‘s remote Okinawa islands in the Pacific Ocean are its best-kept secret. Many of the islands are quiet and serene, despite their tropical climate, sandy beaches and delicious food. I recently visited the islands as part of a 3 week Japan trip. In this post, I will share my top tips on how to create ..read more