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Stories and Faces from the Road

Travel might mean amazing places and discovering the world, but for me it is more about discovering people – it is always the new faces (or old) that make a trip special.

Everyone we meet on our travels has a story and I aim to share some of them here.

Safe travels,

Dan

Faces from Around the World

More to Mauritius: Unearthing adventures beyond the beaches

I expected soft white sands. I expected azure waters lapping at my feet. I expected luxury resorts akin to a windows desktop screensaver. But, what I didn’t realise was how much more there is to Mauritius.
25th May 2018/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

EXCITED! I’m joining the Lonely Planet Trailblazer family (and how you can too)

I'm joining the LP Trailblazers family (and I kinda still don't believe it) - that moment when dreams come true...
4th December 2017/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Prints from Peru: Inca ruins and culture around Cusco

For years I had this idea I would take an instant camera to the Andes in Peru and explore the incredible Inca history and culture so I did, here is what I discovered on the Lares Trek.
1st September 2017/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Discovering Port Douglas and Aboriginal Culture

Ever since I moved to Sydney I was adamant I wanted to learn more about Aboriginal culture and the indigenous people of this vast land. Learning from a book is one thing, but to spend time with a local and understand their perspective is far more valuable...
10th July 2017/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Agent Orange: The true face of Poverty in Vietnam?

Coming face to face with the ongoing damage from Agent Orange and similar in Vietnam was heartbreaking, yet, heartwarming as well. A story of bonding, coffee and understanding the start of my change in the world...
28th October 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Beautiful Places, Breakups and Blues…

The Maldives are one of the most beautiful places I have ever witnessed and also home to some of my most beautiful memories. Should a break up change how we view the world, both past and present?
2nd October 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Is Voluntourism Bad?
Not when it looks like this…

'And that's how I became a qualified doctor.'
The pride and struggle in Carlas voice was warm and genuine as she recalled the life that had led her to be sat here. Sat in front of our 40 stunned and silent faces which clung on to every word.
21st September 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Palestine: Jericho and the unexpected west bank

People drank coffee, tea or the locally brewed beer. Shop keepers laugh as they exchange banter with their customers. It was a normal day in the West Bank...
7th June 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Agonda Beach India… The ultimate digital detox?

Let me tell you how peaceful, perfect and relaxing Agonda Beach in Goa is. Then I'll tell you why I hated it. if you are after the ultimate digital detox in India, this could well be it...
15th March 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Brain Hemorrhages and Bucketlists

“I was in a coma. 10% chance of making it. My memory was deemed gone.” - We throw around the word Bucketlist these days, but what happens when you get the second chance to write it? How does it lead you to the slums of Delhi?
10th March 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Dear Asia… It’s not you, it’s me.

"You showed me beauty, religion and culture. You gave me illness and you gave me purpose. I want you to change, I wish I still felt the same, but for now, I need to break up with you."
9th February 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Cambodian Genocide: The Killing Fields & S21 Prison

Cambodia is a country with a heartbreaking and recent history. The Killing Fields and S21 Prison now welcome tourists to try and understand this dark past It is not often I am reduced to tears in public, but here tragic history consumed me.
12th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

2015 Through The Lens: Travel Photography

A a collection of my favourite photo moments of this year. I tried to start capturing some of the smaller details this year, picking my favourite shots was nigh on impossible but I hope you enjoy them...
11th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

What is responsible tourism?

Eco, sustainable, respectful, green... Responsible tourism comes with a whole host of hashtags these days, but what does it actually mean? I asked some of the blogging world for their take on it as I make this the year to #PayItForward
7th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

2015: Instagram crap shots from behind the Camera

Filthy toilets, muggings, crying, pervy looking selfies, trashing business class and swimming pools full of crap... Behind the camera on Instagram you have my 'crappiest' photos of 2015. They also seem to always be the ones with the best stories... #LiveAuthentic #NoFilterMyAss
6th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)
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Beyond The Guidebook

Hey! I’m Dan and I am a little bit obsessed with exploring the world, meeting people on the road and can usually be found lost and attached to a camera. I’ve been lucky enough to visit 50+ countries and aim to share the best travel tips, stories and guides here on the blog. If you want to be kept up to date every month + get access to the latest deals and competitions sign up on the form just down there or feel free to stalk me a bit more if you need help planning a trip, click here to get in touch!

Safe Travels, Dan

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