Just over a week to go! Things have been a little quiet recently on the blog front. This has nothing to do with the fact I've been inebriated for the last 3 weeks, promise! I've spent the last few weeks touring North Wales. I've been to Pwlleli and a cottage in a place called Crafnant. The weather has been kind which has given me chance to top up my 'David Dickenson' sun tan. Almost everything is now in place for next Tuesday. A few minor things to sort out. ...

The end of an era, let the good times roll! So here we are, as I approach my final day at work before taking a 6 month break, I'd like to reflect on a fantastic 3 years I've had here in London. I've met, worked and lived with some great people (despite the barrage of abuse I give constantly dish out to my flat mate!) I had to move down to London due to a lack of opportunities in my hometown. Little did I know what a window of opportunity this would open. I feel...

Advice on how to save money to go travelling. This topic may not be as interesting as trekking the great wall of China, surfing on Bondi beach or abseiling down the Statue of Liberty, but saving is probably one of the most important parts of travelling because you sure hell can't go without it! Saving money is a difficult task at the best of times, that's why I'd like to share a few penny pinching techniques I used. (believe me I'm an expert!!) Is it really wo...

Vicious Vaccines! I had my first Rabies vaccination last week, not a pleasant experience. About an hour after receiving the jab, I turned into a shivering wreck. I went pale, my muscles & joints were aching, glands were swollen and I suddenly felt tired. Fortunately I wasn't frothing at the mouth or chasing after my own tail. It certainly affected me. After a week, I have finally returned to full colour, my body's defences have passed the first test. Howeve...

Sun is shining, weather is sweet... Not only was I listening to a bit of bob on the way to work this morning, the sun was actually shining (and yes I am still in Britain). That reminded me that I have some trip coming up in two months. As I type this I have 19 working days left. That's only 38 horrific tube journeys, 19 prawn baguettes from pret and 47 cups of soul draining coffee. The preparations are well on course. The flat evacuation process has begun, my v...