Author: Talla
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End of the month approaching… I am on tight budget …
Before anyone panics… Yes, you know I recently lost my job. But no, I’m not about to open a GoFundMe. Thankfully, I had saved enough money to give myself some time. So no, this isn’t a story about financial hardship. It’s about a choice. I travel like I’m broke (sometimes) and completely by choice. And…
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Is Zanzibar Worth Visiting? Maybe Not for the Reasons You Think
After spending almost two weeks there and even extending my stay, you probably expect me to immediately say yes. But my honest answer is: it depends on why you want to go. If you are travelling all the way to Zanzibar only for white-sand beaches, turquoise water, jet skis and kitesurfing, I am not sure…
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5 Tips I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Zanzibar
After almost two weeks exploring Zanzibar, from the narrow streets of Stone Town to the beaches of Nungwi and Paje, I picked up a few lessons that would have saved me both money and time. If you’re planning a trip, here are my biggest tips. 1. Don’t buy the expensive airport SIM package As soon…
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Why I Chose East Africa for My Career Break
Before I tell you about my journey across Tanzania and Kenya, I think it’s important to explain why I ended up in East Africa in the first place. It wasn’t a lifelong dream or a destination I had planned for years. Like many of my travels, it was a mix of practical decisions, curiosity, and…
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I am Back !
After a few months spent living more than writing, questioning my career, traveling, falling in love, and figuring life out, I’m back to share honest stories from my new adventure across Tanzania and Kenya.
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My Top 5 European Summer Destinations for 2025 (Tested & Loved)
Summer is calling… and if you’re anything like me, you’re already dreaming about your next escape.I’ve been lucky enough to visit some incredible places over the past few years — and today I’m sharing my top 5 favorite destinations to explore in summer 2025, all personally tested and deeply loved. No fluff. Just real travel vibes,…
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I Finally Did It: My First Travel Guide Is Out – And It’s All About Albania
After visiting over 40 countries, after countless DMs, texts, and late-night convos where friends and family kept telling me “Talla, you HAVE to share this,” after years of creating mini guides just for fun — I’ve finally done it. ✅ I created my own website✅ I published my very first travel guide✅ And I’m putting it out into the…
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5 Fun (and Unexpected) Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Albania
In May 2025, I travelled across Albania with my mum and sister — and let’s just say, this country surprised me in all the best ways. I had done my research (as I always do), but some things you only learn on the road. From mountain driving to hanging teddy bears, here are 5 quirky,…
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Albania — Europe’s best kept secret?
Towering mountains, crystal-clear beaches, stone villages like Berat and Gjirokastër, and a Mediterranean-meets-Balkan cuisine…It’s all there.Yet how many people around you really know this country? I didn’t either. But that’s the beauty of it — I want to discover it with wide eyes and open curiosity.And I’ll take you with me. What I’m working on: a heartfelt, honest and slow…
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Why I Moved to Ghana in 2021
In September 2021, I packed up my life and moved to Ghana. At the time, I was working at PwC in Europe as an auditor. It had been an enriching experience, but truthfully… I was drained. I had taken on the role of a senior auditor before officially being one, managing a huge, brand-new international…
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