Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # The Jenna Way Unapologetic - Queer - Unstoppable ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://thejennaway.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://thejennaway.com/home-2/blog/) - [World Pride 2026: 8 Unique LGBTQ+ Amsterdam Experiences](https://thejennaway.com/world-pride-amsterdam/) - Planning a trip to WorldPride Amsterdam 2026? Discover queer history, iconic canal celebrations, LGBTQIA+ landmarks, hotels and unforgettable experiences. - [The Unique Volkshotel: A Queer-Friendly Hotel in Amsterdam](https://thejennaway.com/volkshotel-queer-friendly-hotel-in-amsterdam/) - Looking for a queer-friendly hotel in Amsterdam with personality? The Volkshotel has Pride events, creative rooms, rooftop views, hot tubs and is far more than just a place to sleep. - [Greatest Rides for Toddlers: Disneyland Paris (18 months old)](https://thejennaway.com/greatest-rides-for-toddlers-disneyland-paris/) - Planning Disneyland Paris with a toddler? Here’s every ride an 18-month-old can go on, with tips on seating, safety and what to expect. - [Disneyland Paris on a Budget: 10 Ways We Saved Money](https://thejennaway.com/disneyland-paris-on-a-budget/) - If you’re planning a trip to Disneyland Paris on a budget, these are the exact ways we saved money without taking away from the experience. - [Bogota Layover Guide: A Wonderful One Day Adventure](https://thejennaway.com/bogota-in-a-layover-an-itinerary/) - Got a Bogota Layover coming up? Look no further! If you're arriving into Colombia by plane, there's a high probability you are connecting through the country's capital city, Bogota. In this case, you're probably wondering if it's possible to explore Bogota during a layover. The simple answer: YES! El Dorado Bogota Airport handles 120 flights - [30+ Easy Lesbian Halloween Costume Ideas You Need To Try](https://thejennaway.com/lesbian-halloween/) - This is a list of the best Lesbian Halloween Costume Ideas, that are all easy to make... Creative and inclusive lesbian Halloween costumes and party ideas. Updated 2025 guide to safe shopping and LGBTQ+-friendly fun. Spooky season is upon us, and that means so is the annual search for Halloween costume ideas or fun and - [6 Reasons You Should Visit Malta Immediately](https://thejennaway.com/6-things-i-underestimated-about-malta/) - 6 Reasons You Should Visit Malta Immediately If you are wondering "Is Malta worth visiting?", then the short answer is absolutely YES. When planning my trip to Malta, I completely underestimated it and how much Malta has to offer. So if you are still unsure if Malta is worth it, let me change your mind. - [Complete Guide To The Best Disneyland Paris Rides For Adults](https://thejennaway.com/disneyland-paris-adults/) - I have been to Disneyland Paris a few times as an adult, and honestly it was as good as visiting Disneyland (Florida) when I was a child. Of course, being an adult at Disneyland is a different experience, but it doesn't make it any less magical. There are certain rides that are adult friendly at - [My Greatest Moments and Lessons Learned At Pride 2022](https://thejennaway.com/my-greatest-moments-and-lessons-learned-at-pride-2022/) - This Pride blog is written in Partnership with KEEN & contains product links. However all words, stories & opinions are authentically my own. Going to pride is one of the most liberating, empowering and validating experiences I've ever had. You are surrounded by a community of people like you, and those who love and support - [Visible Lesbians On Instagram You Need To Follow](https://thejennaway.com/visible-lesbians/) - The Importance Of Visible Lesbians Introducing some epic women who are being visible lesbians that you NEED to follow. I haven't always been a visible lesbian. For anyone who has only met me recently, or follows me online, that may come as a surprise. However this is only my 3rd year of posting for the - [How To Hike The Epic Mount Christoffel In Curacao](https://thejennaway.com/hike-christoffel/) - Did you know hiking in Curacao is possible, in the stunning Christoffel National Park? In this blog you'll find: How to get to Christoffel National Park?When to visit Christoffel National Park?How to spend a day at Christoffel National Park?How long does it take to hike to the peak of Christoffel Mountain?How difficult is the hike - [How To Explore The Incredible Malta Blue Lagoon](https://thejennaway.com/malta-blue-lagoon/) - If you are travelling to Malta, it's essential that you visit the Blue Lagoon on Comino Island for the day. In every way, I massively underestimated how incredible the Island of Malta is, and especially the beauty of Malta's Blue Lagoon. This blog contains all that you need to know about how to visit the - [How To Avoid The Trap Of Rainbow Washing This Pride](https://thejennaway.com/rainbow-washing/) - Read More About LGBTQ+ Topics & Rainbow Washing If you enjoyed this post and would like to learn more about rainbow washing, check out these links. Lez Be Honest About Rainbow Capitalism - Podcast Blogs: The Hidden Impact Of Coronavirus on LGBT PeopleHow To Be An LGBT Ally: 12 Things You Need To Know18 LGBT - [25 (Travel) Lessons I Learned At 25](https://thejennaway.com/25-travel-lessons-i-learned-at-25/) - When I turned 25 I made a promise to myself. This would be my year. And girrrrrl, was it?! I took 18 flights to over 10 cities in 6 countries and captured an infinite number of pictures. (Aside from travelling I also worked my a** off in my job, bought a house and renovated it. But those are - [Lesbian Visibility: We need to talk about it.](https://thejennaway.com/lesbian-visibility/) - TLDR: Lesbian Visibility Is Important. Its lesbian day of visibility, so lets talk about it. As a proudly gay woman I am fortunate enough to be confident in who I am. I consciously and actively contribute to lesbian visibility. I also have the support and acceptance of those closest to me. For that I will - [Censoring The Fairytale of New York.](https://thejennaway.com/censoring-the-fairytale-of-new-york/) - After reading as many articles and opinions as possible, I’m summarising my thoughts on censoring The Fairytale of New York. Sorry in advance if I’m not the kind of snow(flake) you wished for this Christmas. Censoring The Fairytale of New York (specifically the word faggot) is not a new debate. And it's certainly not one - [26 Travel Lessons I Learned At 26](https://thejennaway.com/26-travel-lessons/) - Last year, after my 26th birthday, I published a blog called 25 (Travel) Lessons I learned when I was 25. I recently reread it, and it’s so interesting to reflect on what can happen and how much you can grow in a year. So, I’ve decided to make it an annual tradition for myself - [24 Tips for Surviving 24 Days of Blogmas](https://thejennaway.com/blogmas/) - It's officially the end of Blogmas! Blogging every day for 24 days hasn't been easy and there were some highs and some very lows. But it taught me a lot and I'm very glad I did it. To be completely honest, I'm unsure if I'll be doing it again next year. But maybe it's like - [2018: A Year In Review](https://thejennaway.com/2018-a-year-in-review/) - 2018 has been a YEAR. It's been an epic one really. By Dec 31st this year I will have been in: 12 countries25 towns or citiesand 4 continents At the end of last year I made a "2017 Year In Review" and it was really fun to look back and remember how much I'd seen - [My 10 Most Read Blogs](https://thejennaway.com/my-10-most-read-blogs/) - TheJennaWay.com Is One Year Old! A year ago I launched this little venture and I have learned a lot along the way. In the last year my blog had: 7210 views 3536 visitors From 48 countries! While these may be little numbers in blog world, it's fun to look back and acknowledge that people do - [LGBT Mental Health: Let's Talk About It](https://thejennaway.com/lgbt-mental-health-lets-talk-about-it/) - This post is a deep dive into LGBT Mental Health experiences. I want to preface it by being clear that no person’s journey is greater or less challenging than someone else’s. Just because someone else is struggling in a different way does not make your challenges equally valid. LGBT Mental Health In 2019, as part - [International Coming Out Day; My Greatest Lessons](https://thejennaway.com/ncod-lessons/) - Every year for International Coming Out Day, I reflect on the lessons I've learned over the years of coming out as LGBTQ+ and the journey I've been on thus far with embracing my queer+ identity. What is International Coming Out Day? According to the Human Rights Campaign, International Coming Out Day was established 31 years - [How To Be An LGBT Ally: 12 Things You Need To Know](https://thejennaway.com/be-an-lgbt-ally/) - I spend a lot of time in my job sharing information and resources about how to be an LGBT ally and teaching inclusive behaviour. However, it recently occurred to me that I’ve never shared any of that on my personal blog. So I've compiled a (non-exhaustive) list of 12 tips on how to be an - [The Hidden Impact Of Coronavirus on LGBT People](https://thejennaway.com/coronavirus-lgbtq/) - Disclaimer: By highlighting the impact of coronavirus on LGBT people, I do not intend to take away from other people's struggles. We are all facing our own obstacles at the moment and my intent is not to dismiss or undermine that. My goal is to highlight the unique impact on the LGBTQ+ community that others - [Clubhouse: Everything You Need To Know About This Powerful App](https://thejennaway.com/clubhouse-guide/) - There’s a new app in town and if you’ve seen it mentioned online, you may be wondering “What is Clubhouse?” Well it’s your lucky day because I’m here to explain everything you need to know about invite-only, mysterious new social media and how to use the Clubhouse app. If you're looking for a specific answer - [100 Resources About Racism To Be A Better Ally](https://thejennaway.com/resources-about-racism/) - So you want to be a better ally and need some resources about racism. Now what? If you're struggling for what to do next, there's no excuse. I've compiled a list of 100 links to resources about racism and how to talk about race. It's based off things I've personally read, as well as many - [27 Travel Lessons I Learned At 27](https://thejennaway.com/27-travel-lessons/) - Every year on my birthday I publish a blog on the travel lessons I learned for the previous year. This year's post is a little late (no surprises whilst the world is so topsy-turvy!) But I wanted to publish it anyway. This is my favourite blog to write every year, because it makes me take - [12 Incredible Black Travel Influencers You Need To Follow](https://thejennaway.com/black-travel-influencers/) - How many incredible Black Travel Influencers are you following? One way we can all be better allies is by taking the time to listen to people with different backgrounds & experiences to our own. Through hearing different stories and experiences, we become more aware of our own behaviours. It empowers us to recognise and call - [14 Wonderful Reasons Why Stockholm Is Unbelievably Queer Friendly](https://thejennaway.com/reasons-stockholm-queer/) - If you’ve watched my Instagram stories lately, you’ll already have seen many reasons why Stockholm is unbelievably queer friendly and a perfect LGBTQ+ travel destination. It’s an Open City in every sense of the word and it’s number one on my list of top LGBTQ+ friendly cities. But what makes Stockholm so queer friendly? - [Unique Campervan Gift Ideas That Are Actually Useful](https://thejennaway.com/campervan-gift-ideas/) - Looking for unique campervan gift ideas that are actually useful? Look no further! It's that time of year, and we are all wondering what on earth to buy people for the holiday season. I've previously written a list of great travel gift ideas, but what about when your loved one or friends travels in a - [How To Take A Beautiful Day Trip: Berlin To Potsdam](https://thejennaway.com/potsdam-day-trip/) - If you're looking for a day trip from Berlin, then look no further than the quaint town of Potsdam. Potsdam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a small city just outside of Berlin, Germany. It's incredibly easily reachable by train, making it a perfect Berlin day trip. In September, we spent 7 days in - [How To Explore Stockholm On A Budget: The Ultimate Guide](https://thejennaway.com/stockholm-budget/) - Visiting Stockholm on a budget is absolutely possible, despite it being one of the most expensive cities in the world. Stockholm has been on my list for a long time and with so much travel planned this year, I knew that if i was going to visit Stockholm, it would be on a budget. I - [The Greatest Way To Spend 7 Days In The Algarve](https://thejennaway.com/7-days-in-the-algarve/) - If you're looking for how to spend 7 Days In The Algarve, Portugal, then look no further. My visit to the south of Portugal was a perfect 7 days of sun, adventure and scenery. Now I'm sharing my 7 day Algarve Itinerary so that you can enjoy it too. In an attempt to escape the - [Edinburgh Small Businesses For Unique Gift Ideas](https://thejennaway.com/edinburgh-small-businesses/) - Looking to buy from small businesses this year? Look no further than this ultimate Edinburgh small business gift guide. ‘Tis the season, gift giving is upon us and I think we can all agree it’s been one heck of a year, especially for Edinburgh's small businesses. We’ve all been affected by the impact of COVID-19 - [Greatest Vegetarian Spots On The North Coast 500](https://thejennaway.com/vegetarian-nc500/) - Let me introduce you to the greatest Vegetarian Spots On The North Coast 500. I discovered them when we travelled to the north of Scotland in our self-converted van last summer (August 2020). If you're planning to visit the North Coast 500 as a vegetarian, you might be a little bit worried about finding food - [How To Take The Best Day Trip To Chefchaouen](https://thejennaway.com/day-trip-chefchaouen/) - If you are planning a day trip to Chefchaouen from Tangier then this is the blog for you. One of our main reasons for staying in Tangier in Morocco, was to take a day trip to Chefchaouen. Naturally, we had seen the beautiful pictures and the unique looking blue town of Morocco and wanted to - [The Most Beautiful Instagrammable Spots In Edinburgh](https://thejennaway.com/instagrammable-edinburgh/) - As much as I hate the word "Instagrammable" (is it even a word?!) I know that finding the most Instagrammable spots in Edinburgh will be on many people's lists when visiting this gorgeous city. And who better to share these with you than a local? I have lived in Edinburgh for better person to tell - [The Best LGBT Friendly Hotel In Phuket](https://thejennaway.com/lgbt-hotel-phuket/) - Introducing... the most gorgeous, LGBT friendly hotel in Phuket - The SIS Kata. The following article was written in exchange for two nights stay at the SIS Kata Hotel to promote them as an LGBT friendly hotel in Phuket. All opinions are honest, authentic and my own. I've written before in previous blogs how there - [Iceland: In Review](https://thejennaway.com/iceland/) - Iceland is rapidly growing in popularity with solo female travelers, and after spending 5 days there in December it's easy to see why! Who: 2 days solo adventure, 3 days with friends What: Roadtrip Where: Reyjavik, Golden Circle, Selfoss, Vik When: December '16 Why: To see if it's worth all the hype (spoiler: it is!) How: Plane, Edinburgh- Reykjavik, Easy - [Coming Out: It's a Continuous Process](https://thejennaway.com/coming-out/) - Coming Out is not a single moment in time. Today is National Coming Out Day, but coming out isn't something that can be marked on a calendar, written in a diary or celebrated as an anniversary. Coming Out is a continuous process, unlikely to have an end date any time soon. Coming Out is... every - [Week 1 & 2: The Beginning](https://thejennaway.com/week-1/) - Step one: Make it look worse before it can look better. We started by ripping out the kitchen, kitchen tiles and the false ceiling above it. Then ripping out the bath, tiles and the wood paneling on the bathroom walls. So many decisions to be made that my heads exploding and I'm attempting to learn - [Week 3 & 4: Where did the house go?](https://thejennaway.com/week-3/) - On this week's update of The Howiesons Lose Their Sanity... Electrics have begun, more walls have been smashed (yes, it's possible!) and my cousin's wonderful fiancé came to the rescue and helped with plumbing. Pipes pipes pipes.. and no floors! - [Week 5 - Pipeboxes & Plasterboard](https://thejennaway.com/week-5/) - So. Much. Plasterboard. But at long last, things are being added instead of taken away! The walls are slowly reappearing (after dear Uncle Ken decided to rip yet another out. Before I started this project, I didn't know what a pipe box was.. by the end of week 5, I never wanted to see one - [Week 6 & 7: Plastering & Painting](https://thejennaway.com/week-7/) - Major progress as the flat has evolved from resembling a construction site to a renovation project.. and somewhere that humans may actually want to inhabit one day in the (distant) future. Despite a very large hole in one wall (thanks Dad), last week saw the final pieces of plasterboard going up ready for plastering 😱🎉 The - [Week 8 & 9: White Paint and More White Paint](https://thejennaway.com/week-8-9/) - The painting has begun, and if I never see a tub of white paint again after this project it will be too soon. Coating everything once before a much needed (for my sanity and everyone near me's) break was hard... painting white on white when I returned nearly ended me. Thank you to the Queen - [Week 10: Cleaning Windows](https://thejennaway.com/week-10/) - Not much visible progress this week, since no matter how many hours I spend painting layers of white... it. still. looks. the. same. Added an additional skill to my resumé though, because (despite some accidental solvent inhaling from the products) I think I'm ready to appear on the TV shopping channel with my before and - [Week 11: It's Electrifying!](https://thejennaway.com/week-11/) - After trying (almost) every trade in the industry, I think I have found my true calling as an electrician. There are wires EVERYWHERE and I may start asking people to sign a liability waiver when they enter the flat because there are more floorboard up than down. Thanks to Ian's skilful planning and Dad's excellent - [Week 12: The Kitchen Is Forming](https://thejennaway.com/week-12/) - A week of more pipes, more cables and more Ikea units. Had some help from the little bro who smashed out the walls for the sockets that my wee arms couldn't handle. Uncle Ken and Mum are the dream team of fitting and levelling kitchen rails and Dad is racing against the clock to get - [Week 13: Radiators and Wiring](https://thejennaway.com/week-13/) - Amazing week of progress on the Howieson construction site. Mostly thanks to my incredible parents who spent their Friday installing beautiful radiators {still questioning why they're required because my flat is a heat retaining inferno}. My electrician apprenticeship has now covered wiring sockets and my main task of the week was my two least favourite - [Week 14: 2 Steps Forward, 1 Step Back](https://thejennaway.com/week-14/) - It's been a week of highs and lows, literally and figuratively. Highs; Climbing ladders to fit the extractor fan (Keith- not me!), installing lights in the main room, levelling the kitchen units, filling the central heating pipes with water, stuffing very unpleasant itchy wool under the floor and securing many of the boards back in - [Week 15: Kitchen Worktops](https://thejennaway.com/week-15/) - This week, elements of my final design started appearing (which is great because my brain doesn't do that artsy visualisation thing, so I can now finally start seeing how it's going to look) In the kitchen; the units are secure and the first length of worktop cut to size. We measured it a billion times - [Week 17: Sink, Hob, Shower, oh my!](https://thejennaway.com/week-17/) - I can relate to new parents who can't remember what they did with their time before having a baby... because I have 0 recollection of what pre-flat life was like. (I think it involved some sleep, feeling clean and an average dinner time of before 9pm). The bathroom really looks like a bathroom with a - [Week 16: Tiling The Bathroom](https://thejennaway.com/week-16-tiling-the-bathroom/) - 'Exhausted' is no longer a strong enough word to describe our mental and physical being. I'm not sure I can form full sentences at this point, so this week's update is in the form of a list and pictures. The toilet has returned (thanks Connor) 🎉 I learned how to grout tiles 👌🏽 The bathroom - [Week 18: Running Water](https://thejennaway.com/week-18/) - A short week for 'Project Never Ending' due to the Howieson's weekend retreat (or escape, depending on how you look at it!) Nevertheless, we accomplished a lot in 4 days including securing the worktops, sealing down the hob and sink, fitting the shower doors, measuring out the bathroom cabinet, painting the woodwork and last but - [Week 19: Flooring and Unflooring](https://thejennaway.com/week-19/) - I took a week off work and I'm going back with bruises instead of a tan. But 7 loooong days means major progress (at the possible expense of my sanity). The kitchen has doors, the hob turns on (I can't test it until I buy a pot) and there's an oven in place. Dad's been - [Week 20 & 21: Hot Water and Endless Flooring](https://thejennaway.com/week-20-21/) - Well... 2 weeks of updates in 1 and it's hard to remember everything that's happened! - I HAVE HOT WATER (Thanks Keith ) - The bedroom has transformed from a tool-shed to habitable over a weekend (mum did two coats of paint in a day! - More floor laying than my destroyed knees can take (But - [Week 22: One Step Backwards](https://thejennaway.com/week-22/) - I don't know about you, but we're in Week Twenty-Two. We started with a giant leap backwards by lifting the floor to try and fix the Himalayan terrain below. We levelled it with sheets of 8-foot ply (which we transported on a shopping cart rolling along the street.) Then I had a wild Friday night - [Week 23 & 24: A Pipe Disaster](https://thejennaway.com/week-23-24/) - Just when I thought I was near the finish line, home ownership threw me my biggest challenge. I came home to a blocked communal pipe, flooding in the kitchen & hall cupboard and a totally destroyed oven (it's only ever cooked a pizza!) After a few days in a blur of mopping endlessly, a 1am - [Week 25: Grouting & Finishing Touches](https://thejennaway.com/week-25/) - The light at the end of the very long and unpredictable home-renovation tunnel is shining pretty bright! It's been a week of finishing touches and task completing. Mum grouted the tiles and I'm in love with the finished look Dad installed the extractor fan (aka; space ship) I laid the final floorboards (and feel oddly - [Week 26: FINISHED](https://thejennaway.com/week-26/) - Well...THIS IS IT! My final update! I've learned to plumb, tile, saw, lay floors, build kitchens, drill walls, fit bathrooms, wire a home, mount plasterboard and so much more. There have been tears, laughter, frustration, triumph and exhaustion. (And a few more tears). There were drilled pipes, false ceilings, expanding foam, squint walls, lumpy floors - [Why Every Gal Should Solo Travel Europe.](https://thejennaway.com/why-every-gal-should-travel-solo/) - Girls! Let’s run travel the world! Solo travel is rapidly becoming a popular way of life for women across the globe. It is a liberating and empowering experience to venture into the unknown alone. So, if you wanderlust over the Instagram feeds and Pinterest boards of other solo travelling ladies and then quickly think of - [A Review Of Rome](https://thejennaway.com/rome/) - Presenting, a review of Rome. One of the most fascinating cities I have ever visited. With almost 3000 years of history and gorgeous sights on every corner, You could spend weeks there and still not see it all! But since most of us only have a limited time to spend in a city. This is - [5 Packing Essentials for Every Trip](https://thejennaway.com/5-packing-essentials-for-every-trip/) - I pack light and always travel hand luggage only. But there are some packing essentials that I always include. I'm not a perfect packer. I definitely can't do a two week trip with a carry-on like I've seen suggested many times on Pinterest, but I'd say I do an alright job of travelling light. Whether - [8 Reasons Why Boston is Wicked Great!](https://thejennaway.com/boston-its-wicked-great/) - The local slang says it all, Boston is wicked! If I could live anywhere on earth it would be Boston or one of its beautiful suburbs. There's no coincediecne it made it to my list of cities that have it all. It’s the perfect combination of big city living, luscious green open spaces and proximity - [10 Lisbon Lessons: Know Before You Go](https://thejennaway.com/10-lisbon-lifehacks/) - Lisbon is appearing on every bucket-list, Pinterest board and travel Instagram account lately. And after spending 4 days there, I completely understand why. Despite my high expectations, this rainbow coloured city did not disappoint. If Lisbon isn't already on your 'must-see' list, change that ASAP. Before you go, I want to share 10 lisbon lessons - [Top Tips For Overcoming Culture Shock](https://thejennaway.com/culture-shock-its-a-real-thing/) - Overcoming culture shock can be hard. And it's not something you only do once. Leaving the airport and entering the subway station in Hong Kong after 20 hours of travelling and very little sleep, the familiar and unpleasant feeling hit me like a brick wall. I’m overwhelmingly overwhelmed. The noises, the smells, the crowds, the - [Day Trip to Sagres from Lagos](https://thejennaway.com/day-trip-to-sagres/) - A day trip to Sagres and the Lighthouse at Cabo de Sao Vicente from Lagos is an absolute must. Duration: 10 hoursDifficulty: Easy (moderate if you choose to walk or miss the bus)Cost: 7.80 Eur for a return bus from Lagos Sagres How To Do A Day Trip to Sagres Bus: Lagos to Cabo - [Instagram vs. Reality: What the Captions Should've Been](https://thejennaway.com/instagram-vs-reality-what-the-captions-shouldve-been/) - We all know that Instagram is the highlight reel of people's lives and Instagram vs Reality are two very different things. But it can be easy to get caught up in the shiny polished images and forget that from time to time. I love sharing my travel highlights and pictures on Instagram. I hope that - [An Abu Dhabi Layover: An Itinerary](https://thejennaway.com/abu-dhabi-in-a-day/) - Why I Took an Abu Dhabi Layover On my way home from China, I had an Abu Dhabi layover. And when the goal is to see the whole world, sometimes you have to get creative. On this occasion, it meant booking my flight with the longest Abu Dhabi layover I could find, giving me the - [Shanghai Day Trip: Suzhou Village](https://thejennaway.com/shanghai-day-trip/) - “上有天堂 下有蘇杭 // In heaven there is paradise. On earth there are Suzhou and Hangzhou.” - Chinese Proverb If you are staying in Shanghai for a few days, I would highly recommend a Shanghai day trip to Suzhou. The change of pace and greenery is a welcome relief from the Shanghai's neon lights, crowds and - [Scotland Roadtrip: Ultimate Highland Highlights.](https://thejennaway.com/scotland-roadtrip/) - This customisable Scotland Roadtrip is the ultimate route for a trip of any duration, whether you have 2 days or 1 month. If you’re travelling to Scotland, no doubt you plan to explore Edinburgh (and with good reason!) But the charming capital is only one side of a diverse, natural and breathtaking country. If you’re - [Olhao to Tavira by Bike: Cycling Instructions](https://thejennaway.com/olhao-tavira/) - On one of my days in the East Algarve, I gave my feet a break from walking and cycled from Olhao to Tavira. Little did I know it’d be the most tiring day yet! Cycling between Olhao and Tavira is far more scenic than taking the train and it was perfect because I like to - [Lake Como: A Perfect Day Trip From Milan](https://thejennaway.com/lake-como-day-trip/) - Lake Como is quite probably the most beautiful place I have ever been in my life. No exaggeration. I visited in March during a weekend break to Milan with my BFF and it surpassed every expectation. Spring was a perfect time to visit, it was warm enough to wear a light sweatshirt & jeans, but the - [Backpacking in Vietnam: 10 Day Itinerary](https://thejennaway.com/backpacking-vietnam-a-10-day-highlights-tour/) - In 2015 I lived in Vietnam. teaching English as a foreign language. I was only there for 1 school term and didn't expect to leave Hanoi. So I was delighted that I got the chance to experience backpacking in Vietnam. In February, Vietnam shuts down for 10 days to celebrate the Lunar New Year, or 'Tet'. So - [How To Avoid Crowds While Travelling](https://thejennaway.com/dont-follow-the-crowds/) - As an introvert and authentic travel seeker I am constantly seeking ways to avoid crowds while travelling. Go the extra mile, it’s less crowded As cliché as this statement is, it’s also true. I love avoiding crowds while travelling. I love exploring hidden destinations, discovering authentic life in a country and avoiding the tourist hot - [48 hours in Hong Kong](https://thejennaway.com/48-hours-in-hong-kong/) - I only had 48 hours in Hong Kong before crossing the border into Shenzhen so had to make the most of it, and I did! When searching for flights to Mainland China, I stumbled on a great multicity deal to fly into Hong Kong (thanks Skyscanner). 60,000+ steps and many egg waffles later, here's how - [How To Nail The Perfect Jump Shot Photo](https://thejennaway.com/how-to-nail-the-perfect-jump-shot/) - My step by step guide to taking the perfect jump shot photo. One question I get a lot from people who see my Instagram, is “How do you jump that high?!” Well, at the risk of shattering the illusion that I missed a career opportunity as a basketball player, I’m going to share my secrets - [Trains in China: The Ultimate Travel Guide](https://thejennaway.com/trains-china/) - Taking trains in China was surprisingly straightforward & a lot easier than I expected. If you're planning to visit multiple spots in the country, rail travel is an affordable, efficient and scenic option that you should definitely consider. To help you out, I've broken down my experience with getting tickets and being onboard along with - [VENICE HOSTEL: Venice’s Newest Coolest Hostel](https://thejennaway.com/venice-hostel/) - After finding cheap flights to Venice for a weekend away, my focus quickly turned to finding an affordable Venice hostel for my accommodation. I had been told by many people that Venice was an expensive place to stay so I was a little worried, but I quickly came across a to-good-to-be-true Venice hostel right at - [Top Tips for Staying in Hostels](https://thejennaway.com/hostel-tips/) - One of the best ways to save money while travelling is to stay in hostels instead of hotels. Hostels come in all shapes, sizes, locations and price brackets but in general they are a cost effective and convenient option, particularly for solo travel. For someone who has never stayed in one before, the idea of - [Visiting Murano and Burano: Venice Day Trip](https://thejennaway.com/visiting-murano-burano/) - Visiting Murano and Burano, two islands close to Venice, is a must while in the area. While there is no escaping the crowds completely, the two islands certainly have a calmer vibe and a slow pace of life. 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