Welcome to my little corner of the internet. In 2023, after years of saving, Mathew and I left Aotearoa to spend eight months galavanting around Europe. Whilst visiting everywhere from Poland to Portugal, we kept a journal to document (the first part) of our travels. It’s been the most amazing reminder of the time we had travelling and memories I’ll look back on forever.
Now I hope that these diary entries help you plan your European adventure, or serve as a reminder that social media is a highlight reel and sometimes life is hard. Han x
13. Long Time, No Speak
Hi friends, I bet you didn’t expect to see a note from me in your inbox this morning. It’s been a long…
An incomplete list of the best feelings in the world
Appreciating the small moments in life is not a new concept. But it’s been revolutionary in helping me live a life that…
12: Rain, Reflection and Resilience in England
Our trip so far has been a whirlwind of adventure and busy days. But in August we’re taking a breather and savoring…
11: A Tale of Tea Rooms and Torrential Rain
Hi friends!!! Welcome back to another instalment of “Hannah and Mathews escapades abroad”. It’s a working title – not sure it’ll catch…
10: Serendipity and the Stairway to Heaven
Serendipity (noun): A combination of events which have come together by chance to make a surprisingly good or wonderful outcome. That right there…
9: Madeira Madness
Helloooooo! How are ya? Embarking on the final leg of our Portuguese adventure, our days in Lisbon seem vivid and fleeting. This…
8: From Porto to Lisbon
Hi, it’s me. Okay. I know what you’re thinking. There’s been radio silence for way too long. Yes, I’m very far behind…
7: Postcards from Portugal
Week seven, time is flying. We’re nearing the end of the first leg of our European adventures and I’ve spent the past…
6: Heaven in the South of France
Where is the time going? I feel as though it was only yesterday I was writing to you and telling you all…
9 Things I’ve Learnt Travelling In My 20s
For as long as I can remember, my deepest desire has been to live a life filled with travel. I’m not talking…
5: Un Rêve D’été
Welcome back to another segment of the big old 365 days abroad. This recap is a little later than usual (sorry!) as…
4: Into The Mountains We Go
Can you believe it’s been four weeks since we left New Zealand? Time flies when you’re having fun! This week has been…
3: A 7 Day Italian Love Affair
Another day, another week away! It’s been three weeks since we left home, and we’ve settled into our new routines (or lack…
2: Cobblestones, Chimney Cakes and Ciao Bella
Hello and welcome to this weeks instalment of “Where are Hannah and Mathew in the world!” We’ve been out of New Zealand…
1: From Kiwi to Krakow
It’s been a week since I left home, but it feels much longer. Days are usually repetitive and full of routine; we…
I quit my job to travel the world 🌏
In for 4, hold for 7, out for 8. Repeat. I heard that you can reduce stress like a Navy SEAL using…
How Growing Up Travelling Shapes Your Identity
I think there’s a hyper-specific feeling you get when something is meant to be. It’s different from the “warm fuzzies” you hear…
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