The diary of a backpacker

The journey of a Seasoned solo traveler. Meet my Aussie bestie Hayley from Sydney, Australia. We met while living in Spain and just a few years later she let me live in her house in Sydney. We discuss her move to Barcelona in 2023, how she explored various countries, solo traveled Europe for 9 months followed by Asia for 5. Hayley provides insights into budgeting, solo female travel safety, the highs and lows of traveling alone, and the importance of being open to spontaneous adventures. She also touches on the logistics of navigating visa constraints and the emotional aspects of leaving home. We discuss experiences in Vietnam, Morocco, & hopping between European countries, Hayley’s stories are filled with travel tips and personal growth . Join us for a silly conversation that showcases the ups and downs of life on the road.00:00 Introduction 01:51 First Travel Experiences03:36 Solo Travel Adventures09:05 Navigating Visa Challenges22:38 Safety Concerns and Tips28:26 Bucket list Travel Destinations35:46 A Solo Travel Highlight that will be cherished forever41:10 Traveling with Elephants in Chiang Mai42:06 Crazy Travel Stories: Lice in Japan46:10 Backpacking Through Laos and Cambodia52:00 Journaling and Souvenirs: Capturing Travel Memories56:49 Funding Your Travels: Tips and Experiences01:03:30 Dating While Traveling: Fun and Caution01:09:40 Advice to our younger selves

In this episode I interview two of my close friends on their experiences moving to a new country to be au pairs at 18 and 19!! CRAZY. We dive into all things travel, self growth, facing fear and navigating life now. From moving to Spain, the chaos of au pair life, growing up in Laos, growing up between two countries and travel stories. We cover everything(:If you've always been curious about au pair life... this episode is for you(:

I figured I should start by sharing my own story before I share everyone else's. From moving to Spain and becoming an au pair for a host family to moving to Australia.. this is my story(: Idk what I am doing but I am letting my love for travel and adventure lead me and I'll figure it out as I go. Stay tuned for the next episodes where I interview various friends I have from around the world and all the cool shit they're doing. Don't forget to follow along and like this podcast(; ily and see you next week xx