As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I s As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I share with you some pictures of mine at 9 months, 9 years, 19 years, 29 years  to today 39 years old of age. Looking back at each decade, I feel both ‘older’ and ‘younger’, I see the change in my features, the change in my way of life, the change in my personality and the experience itched on my face. I am grateful for the life I have lived thus far and excited for the life I am yet to live. 
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2026 - 39, (Home, England), I am ready for this final year before my 40s but also ready for this next decade. 
2016 - 29, (Oslo, Norway), this decade was about self discovery and building the life I dreamt about. The life that I am super proud of and truly grateful to be living. This decade, I built my financial life and in later years choose to heal from the trauma gained in the last decade and now I feel well equipped for the future. 
2006 - 19, (Glasgow, Scotland), I thought I was grown (look at the cheekbones 🤣🤣) and ready for the world, chiiiild was I wrong, let’s just say, I am still resolving the trauma the decade brought me but I am grateful because I met my best friends and made decisions for the future I wanted to have. (Spoiler alert - I did better than I dreamed). 
1996 - 9, (Home, Zambia) this was my birthday but my little sister insisted she had to be the one in the middle. The only way we knew whose birthday it was, was by standing in the middle but this year I remember baby sister crying her eyes out and refusing 🤨
1988 - 9 months, (Chililabombwe, Zambia) although my mother looks tired and traumatised😟, I know I was loved and happy. 
#happybirthday #happybirthday❤️ #newera #39
Attended #ascotraces for the second year running a Attended #ascotraces for the second year running and I am glad to have experienced the ‘Village enclosure’ this year, whilst I loved ‘Windsor enclosure’ last year, it’s not for me. Next year, I want Queen Anne’s enclosure. 💕 #girlsdayout #girlslikeus #ascotfashion
How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰 #hertripsabroad #bla How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰

#hertripsabroad #blackgirlstraveltoo #maldives #neverstopexploring #welltravelled
Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london because why not. My feet still hurt from the thought of how much walking we did, the fact that we walked from #bigben to #buckinghampalace is still fresh on my mind. 

#neverstopexploring
🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 So much happened and 🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 

So much happened and yet I can’t find the words.
It has been an amazing week here, definitely recom It has been an amazing week here, definitely recommend @iberostar in Agadir. 
#neverstopexploring #wanderlust #welltravelled #lifeofadventure #hertripsabroad
I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most rela I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most relaxing and fulfilling time of my life. Sometimes taking it slow and living in the moment is what the soul needs. 🥰🥰🥰
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 #hertripsabroad #solotravel #solotravelingisfun 
#blackgirlstraveltoo
I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after no I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after not visiting for almost 8years. 📍

#qatar #doha #qatarphotoinstagram  #solo travel #travelbug bestvacations igtravel travelpic travelblog beautifuldestinations tlpicks instatravel roamtheplanet traveldeeper travelgram travelinspo wanderlust instapassport exploretheworld travelpics travelmore passionpassport travelawesome lonelyplanet travelblogger travelphotography traveltheworld worldtraveler
Happy New Year, happy 2026 #firstpicture of the ye Happy New Year, happy 2026 #firstpicture of the year.
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Tips and Tricks · August 9, 2019

Solo Travel is NOT for Everyone |Tips & Tricks

Solo travel is not for everyone, let me say that again, solo travel is not for everyone. As a solo traveller myself, it seems a bit contradictory to say solo travel is not for everyone. I am someone who often advocates…

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Goals · August 7, 2019

8 Ways To Stay Accountable with Your Goals

As a goal orientated person, at the beginning of each month I spend time writing down goals that I wish to accomplish within a defined period. Then at the end of each month, I dedicate as much time reviewing the…

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Hotel Review · August 5, 2019

The CoURT Boutique Hostel | CoDE Pod Hostels

The CoURT boutique hostel is a newly opened luxurious hostel in Edinburgh’s Royal Mile by CoDE Pod Hostels. On August 2nd 2019, the coURT Boutique hostel which is the second CoDE hostel in Edinburgh welcomed its first guests. The hostel…

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Food+Restaurant · August 2, 2019

Delightful Dinner at No.1 Ship Street Oxford

At the beginning of July, we were invited to enjoy a delightful dinner at No.1 Ship Street, a brasserie situated in the heart of Oxford. Having already had the opportunity to sample some of its best dishes from it A…

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Sponsor Roundup · July 31, 2019

July 2019 Sponsors | Sponsor Roundup

As July comes to a close, it is time to share our July 2019 Collaborations roundup highlight our recent collaborations. Not only am I giving new reads a highlight of past collaborations, but this gratitude posts also serve as a…

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JERSEY CHANNEL ISLAND

United Kingdom · July 28, 2019

11 Things To Do In Jersey ​Channel Island

Jersey Channel Island is the largest islands between France and the UK, the island is famous for its agriculture, sandy beaches, cliffs and potatoes. The crown dependency island has the most enviable climate compared to mainland UK and makes the…

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Spain · July 26, 2019

Top 6 Day Trips To Consider In Spain

Are you off to exotic Spain this summer? Well, then, let’s add my top 6 day trips to your itinerary. This country is big enough to offer you a variety of options that will satisfy your traveller needs. First of…

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Anna De Codorniu Cava

Press Events · July 19, 2019

Anna De Codorniu Cava at Hilton Wembley

Anna de Codorniu cava is the first cava to incorporate chardonnay in its blend and was recently added to Hilton Wembley’s Sky bar 9 to add some sparkle this summer. The brand Anna de Codorniu is a Barcelona based Spanish…

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Jersey British Isles

United Kingdom · July 17, 2019

Jersey Channel Islands ​: The Perfect 2-Day​ Itinerary

Jersey in the channel islands is a self-governing country located in the few nautical miles from France but is part of the British Isles. The island of Jersey is also known as the Bailiwick of Jersey and is the largest…

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beach bridal dress

Fashion · July 15, 2019

Beach Bridal Dresses | Weddings in Summer

As a summer baby, I am partial to summer weddings than any other time of the year though weddings in autumn are not a bad idea either. I love everything about weddings, from planning the entire affair through to buying the dress. When…

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Extend that holiday feeling

Lifestyle · July 12, 2019

Extend That Holiday Feeling with Charlie Bighams

Are you off on holiday this summer or just returning and looking for ways to extend that holiday feeling? Well, look no further, we have a few handy tips to help you extend that holiday feel and even better Charlie…

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care for your car tyres

Lifestyle · July 10, 2019

Care For Your Tyres | Tips & Advice

As drivers, we all have a responsibility to care for your tyres and your car overall. I have only been a driver for a few years but I know that I can be fined for driving around an unsafe car….

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