If you want to see every post I’ve written, starting with the most recent, this is the place to start!
I’ve been traveling the globe solo, and many of my posts share thoughts and resources specifically for other solo travelers. If you’re a fellow solo traveler, or you’re thinking about solo travel, this is a collection you will find of interest.
If you’re looking to read blog posts about specific destinations, click the country of your interest below to go to it’s blog page and get country-specific reviews and thoughts.
Sometimes I write posts where I give insider information on certain cities I’ve visited, which may be more along the lines of places to go, how to save money, etc. If that’s your main interest, check out this compilation of posts.
In 2020, I was traveling in New Zealand as the coronavirus pandemic brewed, and, got stuck there. If you want to read about what this time was like and traveling during this time, check out this page.
At the heart of international travel is learning about the many different cultures and ways of being around the world. The posts compiled on this page speak, specifically, about the cultural observations I’ve had.
Many of my blog posts are about things I’ve discovered about myself or about being, while I’ve traveled. If you’d like to focus on posts that only have self-discovery themes, click the button below.
SUP Cups For Sustainable Travel
While marooned in Kerikeri, New Zealand, I discovered this company. They personally delivered my first cup, right to my door! I fell in love with the cups for daily use and to travel more sustainably!
SUP NZ is a wonderful small business located in Kerikeri, NZ. I love seeing their cups as I travel throughout the country. My first cup was the 12 oz cup, and I also got myself an 8 oz cup for when I want to take up less space in my bag. What I absolutely love are the features. First, the inside is made with stainless steel. Having tried a competitor’s cup, where the inside was a bronze-y color, I can tell you the stainless steel wins for two reasons. First, it doesn’t rust and discolor if you don’t get a chance to wash your cup out for a day or so. Second, it doesn’t interfere with the delicious taste of your coffee like some other cups do. The other awesome part about these cups is the lid. There’s a sliding plastic piece that seals your cup and along with the double walled structure, and my coffee stays warm for over an hour if I need that long to drink it.
I’m so excited to be able to promote them and offer you a 10% discount if you use code “Markels Sparkle“! (Full disclosure – I will also receive a small amount of compensation for your purchases.)
PLEASE NOTE – prices on the store website are in New Zealand dollars! If you’re paying in US dollars, it’s about 2/3 the listed price.
12 Oz Cup
8 Oz Cup
Accessories
Fits a medium sized flat white – the perfect size when you want a larger cup of coffee, a cup of juice, a smoothie, etc and you want to avoid wasting paper or plastic cups. Comes in a lovely canvas drawstring bag, easy to clean, I take mine everywhere!
This is the smaller version of the cup and perfect when you have less room in your bag, or only drink smaller sized coffees or drinks. Same great keep warm and easy clean qualities.
Need a sponge to clean your cup, or a straw, or an extra lid? Check out the accessories page for everything you need.
Remember your discount coupon – MARKELS SPARKLE