Solo Traveller

While the world is busy practising social distancing, we are doing the opposite. We are physically distancing, but still reaching out, and staying socially connected with our community of global women travellers through #ZafigoStories. This is the Humans of Lockdown edition.

My previous host, Tanya, told me about this riverside paradise in Quito, Ecuador, owned by her parents-in-law and said if I wanted to camp there, she could hook me up. I thought, why not? In my mind, I was about to head to a magical mountain land in an area called Pachijal Forest.

The tiny island of Belitung which is located to the east of Sumatra, Indonesia is the place to be if you’re looking to put a pause on your busy life as you know it and just take things as they come.

There are a variety of online jobs you can earn from right now. This will allow you to work and save from the comfort of your own home, but also, once the lockdown measures have been lifted, you can earn while you travel too.

Of course, you can still enjoy the white sands and crystal waters, but there’s so much more on offer in Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island.

Like with everything else in life, it’s really all the little things that count, and these are the things we’re most looking forward to when we eventually start travelling again.

Even when COVID-19 started making headlines, I didn’t take it too seriously. Until it reached the city I was in. And as with every unexpected major change in life, I went through several phases before coming to terms with accepting that this pandemic was really happening.

If you think travelling locally in Malaysia is boring, then maybe this is exactly what you need to reconnect with your country. Here's a list of adventures in East and West Malaysia to look forward to and start planning for once the country’s Movement Control Order is lifted.

With everyone stuck indoors doing their part with social distancing, many are attempting to get creative with how to fill their time without going bonkers. Should you still be looking for productive activities, why not head back to school and start some online courses?

An island adventure may be just what the doctor ordered to have a truly relaxing time in 2020.

If you can secure a free stay, you reduce a significant portion of your travel costs, which in turn means you can travel longer or more frequently!

Indonesia has been an ever-popular tourist spot for years. Here are 10 good reasons why Indonesia is unique, and why it should be your next holiday destination.

"There’s really not that much to do in Guayaquil. I probably would’ve been a bit bored being here by myself for a week. It’s the most populous city in Ecuador, but travellers usually only come here as a pit stop before flying to the Galapagos Islands or taking a long bus ride".

Khao San Road is a stopover for most travellers; especially backpackers making their way around Southeast Asia.

From centuries-old cultures, intricate architecture, a variety of cuisine, stunning landscapes, and a welcoming vibe, it's no wonder why Asia is a mainstay on so many travellers' bucket lists.

Columbus Direct has put together a list of the most popular cities using various metrics to reveal which are the cheapest destinations to explore in 24 hours.

Women face different challenges or things that may work in their favour (or not) when at different parts of the world. Here’s what to expect.

The best way to open yourself up to new and exciting job opportunities is to work on your skillset. Of course, when it comes to working abroad, speaking at least one foreign language is essential.

Travelling to different countries and experiencing different cultures to learn about them are valuable encounters as they teach you to connect with the locals.

Some people might think it's too late to enjoy new adventures two things in life have zero-age restrictions: knowledge and travel.

One important and useful thing to do before travelling to a destination is to learn a few words and phrases in the local language. According to a report done by the World Economic Forum in 2016, these are the 10 most powerful languages to know.

For anyone considering travelling to Thailand or for those who already have their flights booked, it may be time to learn a few basic and essential Thai phrases!

Here’s what you'll learn about yourself when you make travelling a big part of your lifestyle.

There’s plenty of fun to be had on your break but why go to the extremes of temporarily giving up everything from your day to day when you can do it in small doses?