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Pre-Travel Diaries: Ending the Year on a High Note in Jamaica
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Pre-Travel Diaries: Ending the Year on a High Note in Jamaica

December 21, 2018December 21, 2018

Whew! What a year of travel adventures it has been. I’ve loved every bit of it…

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Three Days in Kyoto, Japan: A Travel Photo Diary
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Three Days in Kyoto, Japan: A Travel Photo Diary

December 9, 2018December 9, 2018

On a rainy Tuesday morning, I took the impressive bullet train from Tokyo’s Shibuya station to…

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Pre-Travel Diaries: Four Years Later – Reuniting with my Country – Nigeria
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Pre-Travel Diaries: Four Years Later – Reuniting with my Country – Nigeria

October 26, 2018October 27, 2018

Four years ago, I left my good-paying job in Lagos, Nigeria to pursue a Master’s degree…

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My Elephant Experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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My Elephant Experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand

October 19, 2018January 19, 2019

I haven’t always been a huge fan of animals. Matter of fact, sometimes I’d run and…

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I Spent a Day Exploring Majestic Temples in Bangkok, Thailand
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I Spent a Day Exploring Majestic Temples in Bangkok, Thailand

October 12, 2018October 12, 2018

On a humid day in Bangkok, Thailand, I forced myself out of bed to start the…

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Pre-Travel Diaries: A Solo Travel Experience in Thailand
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Pre-Travel Diaries: A Solo Travel Experience in Thailand

August 31, 2018August 31, 2018

On a scale of 0-10, how crazy do I look right now? I am going to…

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SAVE+SHARE / Here are some alternative destination SAVE+SHARE / Here are some alternative destinations that are pretty similar to these popular travel destinations but for a fraction of the cost. This list is for the budget conscious people who still want to experience a beautiful country, but don’t want the price tag that comes with a super popular destination like Singapore or Santorini or maybe Italy. Of course there will always be ways to do these popular destinations on a budget, but your money can go farther with these alternative places. I was talking to a friend the other day who was hell bent on going to Singapore but after pulling her spreadsheet, she realized it was above her budget currently. So I said, “why not Vietnam”? Specifically Hanoi. Beautiful scenery, temples, street food and more affordable than Singapore. Sure, it’s not Singapore but it does hold its own quite well. What are your thoughts? The rule to traveling more affordably is to going to the less popular places - the more touristy a destination is, the more expensive. Stay flexible. ❤️
One of the coolest things I did in Barbados? This One of the coolest things I did in Barbados? This cave experience at @harrisons_cave. It was a visually stimulating experience that left me in complete awe. You will find views of running streams, waterfalls and magnificent stalactite and stalagmite formations. Very picturesque and inspiring. This was a good day and a good experience. Add this place to your list if you’re planning a visit to Barbados. It offers a unique experience from the beautiful beaches and parties that Barbados offers. Balance. 📌 Name of tour: Signature tram tour. Combine this with the rum tasting experience and you’re in for a good time. @visitbarbados @harrisons_cave
Rating my vacation outfits over 10 (Barbados editi Rating my vacation outfits over 10 (Barbados edition 🇧🇧). I think I may have had too much fun creating this video and who gave me a mic and green screen? Prepare to be sick of me. Anyway, dressing up on vacation is one of my favorite things to do. My style is simple and chic with a pop of color. Check out this video where I rate my vacation outfits over 10. I clearly had favorites. Outfit details below in order shown in video 1.) Look 1 - Orange dress from Zara 2.) Look 2 - Pink bikini from and cover up set from Nasty Gal 3.) Look 3 - Green satin dress from Dynamite Clothing (Canadian brand) 4.) Look 4 - Pink mini dress from Dynamite Clothing 5.) Look 5 - Green top from Oh Polly and multicoloured sarong skirt from Zara 6.) Look 6 - Green swimsuit set from Asos, Bag from a local market in Barbados, white knit skirt from a Nordstrom rack in Canada Do you agree with my ratings? Let me know in the comments. Happy Friday. ❤️
I visited Rihanna’s childhood home in Barbados. I visited Rihanna’s childhood home in Barbados. 🇧🇧 It’s a small bungalow style home located on Rihanna drive in Barbados. This street was formerly called Westbury New Road and was renamed after Rihanna in 2017. Apparently, many of her neighbours still have fond memories of Rihanna riding her bicycle up and down the street. Going here definitely gave me a greater appreciation of Rihanna and how far she’s come. From this tiny home on Westbury New Road to a massive mansion in Barbados, she’s such an inspiration. Make sure to stop by here if you visit Barbados. Besides seeing the house itself, you’ll get to see how other locals hangout, most of them singing Rihanna’s praises and sharing more insight about the area. Any surprises about her childhood home? @visitbarbados
✈️ All the countries I traveled to with my "we ✈️ All the countries I traveled to with my "weak" passport. In total, I was able to see and experience 48 countries (this does not include layovers or overnight stays) and 119 cities (don't worry I didn’t count this myself - my google maps tracks this for me.) with my Nigerian passport. Lots of repeat visits to countries too! It's possible! Yes, it's harder but it's possible. Here are some things that helped me do it: 1.) Having the financial means to do it. Visas unfortunately cost money and not everyone can afford to get these many visas. Which is why passport privilege is so jarring. Also, travel itself costs money, but you can do it on a budget that works for you. 2.) Being smart about the places I wanted to visit and planning properly for it. I plan my trips over a year in advance. This gave me time for visa applications, buying flight tickets, etc. 3.) The desire to travel. This one is really important. Travel doesn't just happen - its planned. I want to see the world and experience its beauty and so I made it a part of my lifestyle. 4.) Being physically and mentally able to travel. I think we forget that there's a level of physicality that travel demands - and also the mental fortitude it requires. 5.) Success with visa applications. I think never been denied a visa is such a blessing that I do not take for granted. But there are also ways to increase your chances. Check out my blog for this one. 6.) Having the US visa. Access to *just* the US visa means that I had visa-free access to places like Mexico, Costa Rica, Bermuda, etc. 7.) Location - Living in Canada made the visa application process a bit easier in the sense that the chances of denial were very slim. The process of getting it didn’t change but after submitting a visa application, I was almost sure I was going to be successful. 8.) Finally - having a strong travel history. The more I traveled, the more I built a good travel history and record. This definitely helped along the way. I hope this inspires you to go after what you want, no matter the limits. Nothing is impossible. Let me know your thoughts and if you have any questions. Thanks for all the love on yesterday’s post. 🥹❤️
It’s official. Today, I became a citizen of Cana It’s official. Today, I became a citizen of Canada and took a virtual oath pledging my allegiance to this great country (swipe left to see a selfie I took for you all). From coming here as a student to study for a Masters degree in Business, to working, building a community, and now becoming a citizen, it’s been such a joyful and seamless ride. If I had to sum up my Canadian experience in one word, I’d say its been ‘easy’ and I owe it to God for making it so. Being Canadian means I now have access to one of the strongest passports in the world. It also means that I no longer have to worry about visas. Wow. I’ll definitely miss those embassy runs. It doesn’t mean I’ll travel more (it’s a bit impossible for me to travel more than I currently do), but I’ll now have a greater appreciation for travel and access, now that I have seen both sides. I’m still very much Nigerian - I now have a new country to call home too. 🇨🇦 Both are a big part of my story and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. 48 countries with a Nigerian passport. Not bad huh? Excited for this new chapter and I hope to continue to be an advocate for passport privilege, or the lack thereof. Click the link in my bio to read more about my citizenship journey on my blog, as well as helpful resources for you. Thank you for being a part of my journey. ❤️
Passport Privilege! Let’s talk about it. Do you Passport Privilege! Let’s talk about it. Do you have it? Do you not? I thought I'd share this very important topic with you today. As a frequent traveler, the way I experience my travels are different because I do not have passport privilege. I have a "weak" or lower-ranked passport that does not allow me the flexibility of traveling without thinking about visa restrictions. This means - lots of money spent on visas, lots of documentation required, lots of hoops I have to jump through *just* so I can travel. I know travel in itself is a privilege, but the color of your passport also adds to that privilege. Many developing nations tend to have a weaker passport and that can limit the options of moving to a different country with more stability or even having a chance at a better life. Those who hold weaker passports simply do not have the same starting point as those with stronger passports. I hope this video offers some education for you - no matter the side of the coin you are on. If you have passport privilege - acknowledge it and show some compassion to those who don't - and if you don't have passport privilege, I hope you stay encouraged to see the world - because you deserve to, regardless of the color of your passport. Tell me - what side of the coin are you on? Do you have passport privilege? Do you not? Let me know if you have any questions on this at all and feel free to share this video to educate others. Happy Monday. ❤️
The most refreshing day in Barbados on a horse rid The most refreshing day in Barbados on a horse riding adventure in Brighton Beach. The clear blue water, calming rides and the kindest tour guide made for a great time. This was my last activity before I said goodbye to Barbados and what a treat this was. Barbados, you were good to me. Can’t wait to share more from my time there. 🇧🇧❤️

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