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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Christmas, Gifts · November 28, 2023

The Perfect Christmas Gifts for Travellers

With family and friends already asking me what I want for Christmas, I thought I share the perfect Christmas gifts for travellers since I am one. I have shared in previous posts that most of us receive gifts that we…

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Food+Restaurant · November 20, 2023

Come Dine with me at Omni [Restaurant Review]

Come dine with me at Omni restaurant in London’s Peckham Rye where you can sample the best plant-based dishes. As a carnivorous, I often toot my nose to ‘plant-based dishes’ purely because as a child my dad often used to…

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Christmas · November 16, 2023

Jingle and Mingle: Creative Ideas For Office Christmas Parties

When it comes to your office’s social calendar, Christmas will be one of the biggest events of the year. It’s a chance for everyone to mingle and have fun, so if you’re planning a Christmas party for the office, you…

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Just about every destination in Europe is epic however, the following are the best winter vacations in Europe in my humble opinion. Travelling across Europe is one of my favourite pastimes because living in the United Kingdom, I am just a stone's throw away from mainland Europe.

Europe · October 25, 2023

The Best Winter Vacations in Europe

Just about every destination in Europe is epic however, the following are the best winter vacations in Europe in my humble opinion. Travelling across Europe is one of my favourite pastimes because living in the United Kingdom, I am just…

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The good news is that you can find fashionable gifts that help the environment. Here are four eco-friendly fashion gifting ideas for conscious shoppers, so that you can find gifts for your fashion-loving friends and family that are both sustainable and stylish.  

Gifts · October 25, 2023

Sustainable Style: Eco-Friendly Fashion Gifting Ideas for Conscious Shoppers

Fashion means something different to everyone, but lots of people love using it to express themselves. The clothes that someone wears often reflect something about them, and wearing styles and designs that you like can help increase your self-esteem, boost…

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six moving tips to male the transition easy

Home · October 10, 2023

Moving For the First Time? 6 Tips to Make the Transition Easy

Ah, the joy of moving into a new place! While it’s a time filled with excitement and new beginnings, it can also bring about a mix of emotions, especially if it’s your first time. Some might feel anxious, some might…

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Chisels are known for playing their part as essential tools in woodworking and often in construction. However, you might not know that they can also make up for a great gardening tool. Of course, there are many gardening tools like shovels, hoes, and pruners that you can use, but chisels have their unique appeal and advantages. 

Home · September 18, 2023

Chisels in Gardening: Versatile Tools for Precision and Craftsmanship

Chisels are known for playing their part as essential tools in woodworking and often in construction. However, you might not know that they can also make up for a great gardening tool. Of course, there are many gardening tools like…

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It’s not exactly “news”, but it is nonetheless a reality that not everyone always acknowledges: that nature has created some of the most beautiful and amazing sights around the world. No matter where you live, there is beauty around you, from the sky and the plants to the animals that occupy the planet. 

Travel Guides · September 14, 2023

Nature’s masterpieces: exploring the natural wonders of the world

It’s not exactly “news”, but it is nonetheless a reality that not everyone always acknowledges: that nature has created some of the most beautiful and amazing sights around the world. No matter where you live, there is beauty around you,…

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Sun protection - protecting your skin from UV rays is so important, I often take with me sunscreen and aftersun care because I believe in looking after my skin. Swimsuit - no beach vacation is complete without swimwear, I have a number of pieces that I have owned for years and recently, I added two more pieces to the collection, including this sports swim piece. Guys, you’ll want to pack a pair of sports swimming shorts too. Beach towel - definitely an essential item you will need whether provided or not, I always take my own with me just in case or in addition. Water bottle - hydration is king, it is so important to protect your skin both inside and outside especially because we lose water faster through sweating. Sunglasses - need I say more, just as we want to protect our skin, we should also want to protect our eyes as well. Head protection - I love a nice fedora or straw hat to protect my head from the heat. Beach footwear - only when you have walked on extremely hot sand do you appreciate how essential beach footwear is to you.

Fashion, Tips and Tricks · September 7, 2023

Holiday Essentials every Woman needs

With only a few weeks left before our annual girls’ trip, I started to think of holiday essentials every woman needs. As a frequent traveler there is nothing, I love more than curating a fashion capsule for an upcoming trip…

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It’s difficult to think of a more timeless form of expression than tattooing. It really does represent an essential element of identity for the great numbers of people around the world who choose to embrace this ancient art. 

Lifestyle · August 31, 2023

The Art of Expression: Celebrating the Work of Tattoo Fanatics

It’s difficult to think of a more timeless form of expression than tattooing. It really does represent an essential element of identity for the great numbers of people around the world who choose to embrace this ancient art.  Whether you’re…

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As gender and sexual identity evolve, so does our understanding of masculinity. But while many think of the term as toxic, harmful, and dangerous, there's room for discussion on how masculinity can be positive. Centering mental health and emotional needs can seem counterintuitive to rigid masculine standards, but it's essential for everyone.

men fashion · August 24, 2023

Redefining Masculinity: The Role of Men’s Fashion Designers in Changing Perceptions

As gender and sexual identity evolve, so does our understanding of masculinity. But while many think of the term as toxic, harmful, and dangerous, there’s room for discussion on how masculinity can be positive. Centering mental health and emotional needs…

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As part of my end-of-year retreat, I chose to stay at an adult-only resort in Marrakech Morocco and it was the best decision I ever made. My love for all-inclusive adult-only hotels and resorts came from my visit to the Maldives a couple of years ago. As someone who often had a bias towards all-inclusive resorts for more reasons than I care to share, I didn’t realize how much I was missing out on until visiting the summer islands in the Maldives and now I am a true advocate for resorts. The all-inclusive resort that helped me change my tune about adult-only resorts is the TUI BLUE RIU TIKIDA GARDEN.

Africa · August 21, 2023

Stay at an Adult-only Resort in Marrakech

As part of my end-of-year retreat, I chose to stay at an adult-only resort in Marrakech Morocco and it was the best decision I ever made. My love for all-inclusive adult-only hotels and resorts came from my visit to the…

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