Boots, Bikes and Border Crossings
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From Sofia With Love… and a Suitcase Full of Memories
Well… I’ve landed safely back in Mexico, but my heart is still doing a little wander through Sofia. I couldn’t resist sharing a few photos—because some places don’t quite let you leave properly, do they? Since setting off in September 2025, this journey has taken me through 10 countries (yes, ten… I’m still slightly in
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Sofia: The Sparkling Icicle That Melted My Heart ❄️💙
Sofia has felt like a sparkling icicle — something delicate and beautiful that, over time, softened into something even more meaningful. I feel incredibly grateful that Jane returned early from Egypt, giving me the chance to truly experience this city rather than just pass through it. It’s one of those unexpected moments that ends up
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Tacos, Tough Kids and My Unexpected Gangster Reputation 🌮
Three classes with the older kids, one translator by my side, and a backpack full of travel stories—what could possibly go wrong? Honestly, I had so much fun in every class… but the last group? They took things to another level. Apparently, riding a Honda Shadow through the Americas officially qualifies me as a gangster—and
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The Littlest Taco Makers in Town
Yesterday was all about the littlest legends in the kitchen—three cooking classes full of energy, curiosity, and a whole lot of messy fingers. Luckily, I had Nirvana by my side, helping translate and keep things (somewhat) on track since not all the kids spoke English. We had two large classes of six, which felt like
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First Impressions of Sofia: Calm, Clean and Completely Charming
Bright-eyed and ready to explore, I headed out early to see what Sofia had in store—and it didn’t take long to be impressed. The city feels fresh and spotless, with beautiful architecture that seems to casually show off at every turn. There’s a lovely sense of calm here. Parks are scattered generously through the centre,
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Wrinkles, “Moustaches” and Mini Explorers
Day two was already a big upgrade—no cooking chaos in sight! Instead, I spent a peaceful couple of hours in the park chatting with the teachers while watching a group of 5–6 year olds do their thing (which is basically a mix of curiosity, honesty, and comedy gold). One little boy marched straight up to
Visited Countries
Interactive World Map
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Route Plan (Eastern Europe)
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Route Map
About Me
Happy, grateful, and full of joy – that’s how I see my life. Growing up in the small country town of Karaka, New Zealand, I was a curious little girl who dreamed of seeing the world. At 14, I took my first trip overseas to Fiji, and since then I’ve explored 66 countries, each adventure filling me with wonder at new cultures, unexpected moments, and the thrill of discovery.
I’ve leapt from planes, dived into unseen depths of the ocean, pedaled across borders, and roared through deserts on motorbikes. From crossing the Gobi Desert on two wheels to cruising down to Antarctica, from riding through roads less traveled to moments that took my breath away, I collect memories, not possessions.
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