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Solo In Spain: Visiting Seville & Valencia

May 17, 2017June 24, 202022 Comments

Time for another solo getaway! After such a successful trip to Barcelona and Madrid last May, I was itching to get back to Spain and discover more. My favourite hostel chain, Hostel One, has hostels in Seville so I chose to start there. I was craving some beach vibes too, so the next stop planned … Continue reading Solo In Spain: Visiting Seville & Valencia

Roman Mini-Holiday

March 25, 2017June 24, 202016 Comments

When in Rome - eat, drink, and [try to] walk it off.   My friend Andrea and I arrived at our hostel as the sun was setting, so we settled on just finding a good place for dinner before roaming. I've never been one to go all out for dinners, but in Italy how can … Continue reading Roman Mini-Holiday

Edinburgh (and a Mini Visit to the Highlands)

January 12, 2017June 24, 202048 Comments

In an effort to use up my remaining holiday allowance of 2016 and to finally tick off a city I've been itching to visit, I booked a last-minute trip to Edinburgh, Scotland. It would be my first solo trip since my month-long adventure back in May! Though a flight would be cheaper (when you don't … Continue reading Edinburgh (and a Mini Visit to the Highlands)

A Day Trip to Oxford

December 6, 2016June 24, 202011 Comments

It'd be a shame to move to London and never explore beyond the city's borders. Step one? Book a ticket. My friends, Molly and Pip, and I were just looking for a short day trip to an exciting place. Oxford is only an hour away by train, so a perfect first stop to discover more … Continue reading A Day Trip to Oxford

A Long Weekend in Copenhagen

November 29, 2016June 24, 202035 Comments

After being in London for nearly three months, I took my first mini-break from the city. I wish I knew who said it and how they said it, but basically "Copenhagen feels like the perfect way to spend a Sunday". Three days was the perfect amount of time to explore. We got to see all … Continue reading A Long Weekend in Copenhagen

Things I’ve Learned About London (So Far)

September 28, 2016June 25, 202035 Comments

I've officially been here a month, and there is still so much to learn as an expat in London. So as I discover more lessons, I will add them to the list. You may notice that there are a lot of lessons on budgeting – at the ripe age of 22 I am finally experiencing … Continue reading Things I’ve Learned About London (So Far)

Dear Bridget Jones: My First Two Weeks in London

September 12, 2016June 23, 202034 Comments

Dear Bridget Jones, Though this is extremely different from my other travel blog posts, I found it fitting that as I stumble through my life in London, I write to you. Your crazy scenarios were oh so enjoyable and painstakingly relatable, especially now. This could be an ode to your new chapter of having a … Continue reading Dear Bridget Jones: My First Two Weeks in London

Moving to London: Before I Go

August 28, 2016October 18, 201720 Comments

Tomorrow is the day! The BIG MOVE. I still can't believe that one of my biggest dreams is coming true. This post is part of the Moving to London series. I list the things I've done to prepare once my visa arrived. I also answer the most common questions I've received from family and friends about the … Continue reading Moving to London: Before I Go

My Month of Solo Travel in Review

July 26, 2016October 18, 201764 Comments

Before I left, a few people asked me, "What do you hope to gain from this trip?". Honestly, just completing this trip seemed like a big accomplishment (I would have never imagined doing something like this a few years back). I didn't expect some Eat Pray Love sort of self discovery ... but of course I'd take … Continue reading My Month of Solo Travel in Review

London Bucketlist (For Tourists)

July 13, 2016June 23, 202073 Comments

Now that I'm moving to London, I figured it'd be a good idea to revamp my London Bucketlist with all your suggestions. I am still looking for more things to add so feel free to comment below. You can also check out my New York City Bucketlist if that's more your style! Here's the List: SEE/DO/TOUR: Piccadilly Circus … Continue reading London Bucketlist (For Tourists)

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Samantha Faloon

A Bridget Jones aspiring to be a Carrie Bradshaw.

Canadian girl living abroad. From studying in France, to living in London, and now living in Melbourne, I'm collecting stories along the way.

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Got the post holiday blues, but very grateful to have been able to travel at all. 💙
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Feels so good to finally be able to travel outside of Melbourne again. Bring on the adventures 🇦🇺🌴
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Spring and freedom from lockdown 🤞🏻 is in the air. Thankful we can at least have picnics! ☀️
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5 more months of lockdown in Melbourne, thank god you’re pretty 🏙
Looks like I won’t be travelling more of Australia anytime soon 🦠🇦🇺🔒⬇️
2020 may be one hell of a tough year, but there’s been no shortage of love and laughter with you ❤️
Iso-walks before the knee injury. Not long til I’m back in the game and can walk around the beautiful parks of Melbourne. 🌴☀️
Did (Aussie) summer even happen this year?
Throwback to blond hair, dressing up, and leaving the house💃🏼
My wanderlust is stronger than ever right now. Can’t wait to continue exploring this beautiful world once we beat this thing and find our new normal. But for now #stayhome 💕
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Let the long weekend commence ☀️
Finally visited Sydney! First solo trip in a while and had the best time 🇦🇺

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