To be a travel blogger think you have to really enjoy creating content; whether that’s writing, telling a story or taking photos or videos. Already having a passion for these things, plus a love for travel really makes the perfect combination. Exploring new places and documenting it as we go really allows me to pay attention to everything I see and everyone I meet!

Never try to pack too much into one trip and always have your rest days. We find that taking the time to explore a couple of areas and taking time to rest and sleep is a much better experience than constantly being on the go and wearing yourself down. You are on holiday after all! Write a list of the key things you want to see and do and keep it concise. As long as you have a great time, it doesn’t matter if you missed ‘X’.

Honestly, a bit of both. My main goal with expenses is to always get the best price possible for accommodation, flights and other travel costs so we’re always shopping around. I love destinations such as South-East Asia and South America where you can live luxury for less, but also don’t mind living the hostel life and meeting other travellers.

I strongly believe that experiences are worth paying for over top-class accommodation and as our trips are short (between a few days to two weeks), we tend to budget more than we would multi-month shoestring travelling.

Isn’t that the most difficult travel question ever!?

I’m leaning toward the Philippines as an all-in-one best place I’ve ever visited, however Iceland and Croatia have a place in my heart too. All 3 countries have something completely unique to offer.

Unlike many travel blogs, we make most of our income from freelance marketing projects and design work as a full time job, with the blog being a passionate side project. This gives us the ability to treat Toucan Travellers more like a hobby rather than a career and helps shape the content we create. Just like you, we’re limited on the amount of holidays and travel time so we make the most out of every trip.