Soulful musings

(blog)

Exploring deeper reflections from the world, culture, and my travels. Some poetry, some musings, some reviews, and some lessons from business and well-being.

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Emily Peilan 11/12/19 Emily Peilan 11/12/19

Top 10 Travel Essentials - for Backpackers and Digital Nomads

These essential items are indispensable when travelling regularly or long term. They all have practicality in mind and I hope to provide you with some inspiration on ways to travel even more efficiently and sustainably.

Emily Peilan 7/16/19 Emily Peilan 7/16/19

Couchsurfing: Is it safe? - How to Couchsurf for First Timers

Does the unconventional way of travelling intrigue you? What even is Couchsurfing and how does one go about getting free accommodation? Is there a catch and how safe is it to Couchsurf as a solo female traveller? You’ll find tips and advice about selecting your hosts, how to write a good request, and what to watch out for.

Emily Peilan 6/30/19 Emily Peilan 6/30/19

What to do when you miss your flight - in New Zealand??

The minor freak out when you realise you just missed your flight - what can you do? This article is a summary of my trial and error. Some things worked, others had the potential to work, while some simply lead to unaffordable dead ends. Read on to find out how I avoided paying full fare for my missed flight!

Emily Peilan 2/17/19 Emily Peilan 2/17/19

Top Ten Tips for Travelling on a Budget

How easy is it to travel on a budget? There is a myriad of clever travel hacks out there and lots of different ways you can save money or earn money whilst travelling. Here are my Top 10 Tips.

Emily Peilan 2/9/19 Emily Peilan 2/9/19

How To Manage Foreign Currencies for Short and Long Term Travel

Whether you are studying abroad for a few months, moving overseas to live and work, or simply just going on vacation to a country with a foreign currency - this article is for you. It also applies to those who want to transfer, pay and accept money in foreign currencies without losing large sums to sneaky bank fees and currency conversions.