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Slowing down: a marketing consultant’s life experiment in South Africa

Posted on April 25, 2020May 1, 2020 by Alex Trembath
Simon Akers Cape Town view
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Apr

Simon headed to South Africa in pursuit of a remote-working dream; months later, he returned to London with a fresh perspective.

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The ultimate South America bucket list: 50 amazing things to see and do

Posted on April 23, 2020July 22, 2022 by Alex Trembath
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Apr

A compilation of the best things to see in South America, from natural wonders to the greatest man-made icons.

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A marketing manager who took a career break to volunteer in Costa Rica

Posted on April 20, 2020April 20, 2020 by Alex Trembath
Michelle Matthews turtles
20
Apr

Michelle Matthews discusses the experience of a six-month break from her marketing career to volunteer in Costa Rica.

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A complete guide to armchair travel: how to see the world from your home

Posted on April 14, 2020January 16, 2023 by Alex Trembath
NZ South Island coastal road
14
Apr

Even when the next trip is far away, you can still bring experiences of the world into your home.

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15 beautiful lakes in South America to visit on your travels

Posted on April 7, 2020June 27, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Lakes in South America
07
Apr

A collection of the finest lakes in South America, from the classics to the best hidden gems in the wilderness.

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How a career break inspired a TV director to become a travel writer

Posted on April 3, 2020April 3, 2020 by Alex Trembath
Janice spent a large proportion of her career break travelling through Europe
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Apr

Janice Hopper took a six-month travel break from her job in TV direction. After returning, she embraced a new career direction.

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Blogging business report: January to March 2020

Posted on April 2, 2020January 31, 2023 by Alex Trembath
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02
Apr

The onset of a global pandemic has brought about very difficult times for travel bloggers. Here’s how we are trying to adapt.

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A Central America journey that reunited a family and propelled a career

Posted on March 20, 2020April 1, 2020 by Alex Trembath
Eddie Zaldivar reunited with family
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Mar

Eddie Zaldivar set off to Honduras on a filming trip that helped him reconnect with his family and find purpose in his career.

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10 effective working from home productivity tips

Posted on March 14, 2020June 9, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Working from home office
14
Mar

It’s hard to adjust to working from home for the first time. These productivity tips will help make the most of it.

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How a UK civil servant reshaped her life after a travel career break

Posted on March 13, 2020March 12, 2020 by Alex Trembath
Lara at the Thorong La pass, the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal
13
Mar

Lara Hayes took a 14-month travel break from her job in the UK Civil Service. Since returning home, she has embraced a rural life.

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