EXPLORE MORE, SPEND LESS

— simple swaps for smarter, cheaper adventures

Because meaningful journeys deserve to be remembered

Not every trip is perfect. Some moments are improvised. Some plans change. Some discoveries happen by accident.

Our travel memory journals give you a place to capture it all — the places you found, the compromises you made, and the experiences that made each journey uniquely yours.

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Whether you're new to independent budget travel, or a seasoned explorer, we can show you how to explore more, spend less.

With simple tips and smart swaps, we make dream destinations affordable, whilst taking the fear out of planning your own DIY adventures.

Discover the stories, compromises, and unexpected moments behind our travels — and how exploring more doesn’t have to mean spending more.

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On The Map

Stories and guides from our adventures — from buzzing cities to quiet landscapes and cultural gems.

Budget Travel

Budget-friendly guides that show you how to stretch your money without missing out on experiences.

Travel Know-How

Straightforward tips and tricks to make planning and exploring easier, smoother, and stress-free.

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How We Afford to Travel — Without Being Wealthy

Travel doesn’t require wealth — just intentional choices. This is how we’ve made travel possible through everyday compromises, careful planning, and prioritising experiences over things.

4 min read

Cyprus Before the Crowds: 7 Nights for £355 Each (All Costs Included)

We spent 7 days road-tripping across Cyprus for just £355 each — including flights, car hire, food, and accommodation. From empty beaches and mountain villages to divided Nicosia and flamingos at Larnaca Salt Lake, here’s exactly how we did it.

18 min read

How We Travel for a Week With Just an Underseat Bag (And Why We’ll Never Go Back)

Travelling with just an underseat bag started as a practical decision — but it’s changed how we experience travel entirely. Here’s what we’ve gained, what we’ve compromised, and why we’ll never go back.

5 min read

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Travel Journals by The Wayfinding Press