A visual diary of my first journey through Japan as a solo female traveller. This wasn’t just a trip—it was the realisation of a lifelong dream. It’s not a guide or a checklist, but a quiet reflection on moments that moved me, places that challenged and comforted me, and what it felt like to finally walk through a country I had imagined for years. Through photos and honest thoughts, I share what it meant to experience Japan.

A photo-filled glimpse into Halloween 2024, spent roaming the atmospheric streets of Whitby and York with my friend - costumed, caffeinated, and fully embracing the season. I dressed as San from Princess Mononoke. From ghost walks to seaside wanders, this was a Halloween that blended a bit of magic, a bit of mischief, and a lot of laughter. Here’s what it looked like through our eyes.

A visual reflection on the nine months I spent working in Oxford and Abingdon in 2024, in the space technology industry. It was a slower, steadier chapter—marked by riverside walks, quiet mornings, and a growing familiarity with a town that held its own gentle rhythm. Between technical work and real life, there was space to think, to notice, and to settle into the in-between. This post gathers fragments from that time—photos and impressions from a place that became a quiet backdrop to a year of focus, change, and quiet discovery.

A visual and personal reflection on my time exploring Oxford—not just as a historic city, but as a lived-in space full of small pleasures and quiet discoveries. Between its dreaming spires and hidden corners, I wandered through museums, cafés, libraries, and markets, letting curiosity lead. This post gathers moments from that time: meals shared, streets walked, exhibitions stumbled upon, and the feeling of making the most of where I was. A slow and mindful exploration of a city that gives generously to those who take the time to look.

A photo journal from a birthday weekend in Brighton, where I celebrated turning 32 by the sea. It wasn’t about big plans—just good food, salty air, vintage shops, and the feeling of arriving at this age with a bit more ease. Brighton brought its usual charm: pebbled beaches, lively lanes, and a certain kind of freedom that suits a birthday well. This post captures the small, joyful moments—ice cream in the wind, secondhand books, quiet reflections, and laughter shared. A simple celebration of where I’ve been, and where I’m going.

A return to New York City after five years away—Halloween 2023 marked my first visit back since the pandemic, and it was more than just a trip. It was a reunion with my best friends, with the city, and with a part of myself that had been waiting quietly in the wings. The month was full of warmth and mischief: costumes on the subway, crisp autumn air in Central Park, late-night diners, and long overdue conversations. This post is a personal record of that visit—what it meant to come back, to reconnect, and to feel joy return in familiar places.

Halloween in New York City—louder, weirder, and more electric than ever. I threw on my costume and stepped into the madness of the Village Halloween Parade, where witches danced, skeletons drummed, and the city let its shadowy side take the spotlight. It was a night of eerie lights, fog machines, strange encounters, and pure, chaotic fun. This post captures the magic and mayhem of becoming someone else for a night and joining thousands of ghouls, ghosts, and goblins in the streets of Manhattan. A celebration of Halloween in all its spooky, glittery glory.

An autumn visit to York, where cobbled streets, curling chimney smoke, and golden leaves made the city feel like something out of a storybook. I wandered through ancient alleyways, explored bookshops and tearooms, and let the season slow everything down. With a chill in the air and the smell of spice and woodfire lingering everywhere, October felt like the perfect time to take it all in. Here is a glimpse into a few days spent in one of England’s most timeless cities - full of quiet beauty, rich history.

A seaside weekend in Eastbourne spent catching up with a friend and hiking the dramatic cliffs of Beachy Head. Think windswept hair, salty air, and long conversations as we wandered along the edge of the world (or at least, that’s how it felt). The views were breathtaking, the weather was hot, and the whole trip had that perfect mix of fresh air and good company. This post captures the charm of a coastal escape.

A 2023 road trip across England with two close friends visiting from the US—full of winding roads, roadside snacks, spontaneous detours, and endless playlists. From sleepy villages and rolling hills to castles, cities, and pub lunches, it was a journey built on curiosity and shared wonder. Experiencing familiar places alongside them brought a new perspective to every stop. A snapshot of England in motion - rain, laughter, and all.

A journey through Washington State - a mix of city energy and wild, breathtaking nature. Starting in Seattle, soaking up its layered skyline, cosy coffee spots, and the fish markets. Then it was on to the forests and mountains - misty hikes, towering trees, and lakes that felt like mirrors. Capturing the contrast and calm of exploring the Pacific Northwest - urban moments, mountain air, and the kind of beauty that stays with you.

My first trip to Brighton, September 2021 - just after a long stretch of uncertainty during the pandemic, when everything still felt a little fragile but full of promise. The sea was calm, the skies were soft, and the city had that late-summer glow that made it feel like it was waiting. I wandered the Lanes, watched the waves roll in, and let myself exhale a bit. It was a gentle return to exploring - solo coffees, secondhand books, pebbled beaches, and the sense of starting again, slowly. This post is a quiet look back at that first visit—simple, needed, and full of small, grounding moments.