About Saunter

I was 22, working a job that was comfortable but uninspiring. In fact, I felt pretty lost for a while at work, at home, life in general. The same routine every single day with the projection that this was going to last 35 + years. My love for travel didn’t come right away— I grew up in a town in England, and no one I knew ever travelled. I just couldn’t help but wonder what was out there other than in my invisible box at home. I decided to quit my job, go back into education and take a chance on solo travel—just me, two bags, and a rough plan to explore Europe.

My first trip was to Italy, and 2 months later, I can safely say the trip was the stepping stone to finally making my own life and not the direction I was heading in because I found myself to be born in the place that I was.

From that moment until now, I’ve travelled all over 52 countries in 5 continents.

I fell in love with travelling and everything it had to offer.

The following year i went to the United States to work at Camp America, which was an unbelievable experience getting to work and live in New York City for 3 months.

Then the trip that had really got me. South East Asia. Full of excitement, cheap prices (and I mean, you can live on £10 a day) and great people. The trip opened my eyes in ways which you will find out in my writing.

Saunters values – more than just travel

I thought I needed more money, more confidence, or a friend. The truth is that the perfect moment will never come. I had no idea what was in store, but it sure changed my life forever. Solo travel is not just about seeing new places; it is about making connections with people from all walks of life broadening your knowledge of the world that we live in and being grateful every day for what we do have and not what we don’t have. Through my writing, I share those lessons so you can feel confident taking that first step, too. I will show you what travelling is really like – not painted with Instagram filters, the real unfiltered stuff.

That’s why I created Saunter—a vibrant space dedicated to sharing my thrilling experiences, invaluable tips, and profound insights from the road with you. What started as a simple personal journal tucked away in my drawer has blossomed into a dynamic platform where I empower travellers like you, especially those preparing for their very first solo adventure, to embrace the exhilarating journey of exploring the world alone. I’ll pour my heart into providing you with every detail I can about my travels, ensuring that when you step out into the world, your experience is nothing short of extraordinary. Join me in supporting this journey, if you feel inspired, so I can keep crafting this essential content just for you.