Things have changed a bit in my life. Big split with long-term boyfriend and I'm leaving my job and Brighton (at the end of this week) to start a PhD back in Bristol in September. Anyhow, enough of the sob story! I'm going away travelling for probably around 6 weeks so I may as well keep a record of that on here. The aim is to head off to SE Asia, get some diving qualifications, and head off the lesser known tourist routes to goto Borneo and the Philippines.

For the most part I'm travelling on my own, which I haven't done before but I'm looking forward to with anxious anticipation! I don't want to use the phrase 'find myself' but apart from the obvious reason of wanting to see and do new things, I'm hoping to rediscover my independence, meet loads of new people, and more importantly have some fun!

If anyone has any recommendations for Malaysia, Borneo or the Philippines let me know!