Category : Travel Blog

7 Life Changing Reasons to Take a Yoga Retreat Holiday!

AnnaOctober 14, 2018January 5, 2026

Everyone’s travel style is different. Some people like to relax at an all inclusive luxury beach resort, some enjoy chic city weekend breaks with action packed itineraries, while others prefer to go on an organised tour. But for me, the best vacation is taking a yoga retreat abroad. You can’t......

Koh Phangan’s Full Moon Party – Is it Worth it?

AnnaAugust 27, 2018August 5, 2024

One of the reasons I’d avoided the island of Koh Phangan on my previous 4 visits to Thailand was because I thought the island would be overrun with drunk backpackers for the famous Full Moon Party. Then a friend moved there and encouraged me to come and visit her and......

Luang Prabang, Laos: The Most Beautiful Town in Southeast Asia

AnnaJuly 14, 2018February 2, 2026

There are so many stunningly beautiful places to visit in Asia; gorgeous tropical beaches, golden glittering temples, emerald rice paddies and lush jungles. This region offers so much beauty to explore, but, for me, Luang Prabang, Laos is the most beautiful town in Southeast Asia. Once you enter laidback Laos......

13 Myths Busted about Backpacking Southeast Asia

AnnaMay 24, 2018December 14, 2024

Maybe you’ve dreamed of traveling to exotic places and discovering different cultures but you think it’s too expensive, it’s not safe or it’s too difficult to get around if you don’t speak the language. There are many myths and misconceptions about travel but don’t let these put you off your......

My Experience Discovering Buddhism at Kopan Monastery, Kathmandu, Nepal

AnnaMay 19, 2018February 20, 2025

I recently spent 10 days Discovering Buddhism at Kopan Monastery in Nepal, and wanted to share my experience. But, before I get into that, let me give you some background into how this atheist ended up in a Nepalese monastery! Why I went to Kopan Monastery When I left everything......

Featured 10 Reasons Why I Love Goa So Much I Moved Here!

AnnaJanuary 4, 2018September 7, 2023

Many people ask why I spend so long in Goa, usually the only reason I can give them is ‘why not’ or ‘where else’ because honestly I really don’t know where else I’d rather be because I love Goa so much! This slice of paradise on India’s Western shores provides......

“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us”

Hi, I’m Anna – Welcome to Global Gallivanting Travel Blog.

I’m a travel writer, yoga lover and digital nomad, who has been traveling full time for over 10 years. I’ve visited more than 40 countries and have lived in England, Australia, Thailand, Bali and Goa, India.

Global Gallivanting is a travel blog that shares useful travel guides and itineraries along with real travel tips, advice, stories and experiences from some of the most beautiful, intriguing, and inspirational destinations around the world.

Travel, yoga and living an location independent lifestyle have transformed my life in a big way and I hope my blog helps and inspires you to live a life that excites and nourishes you too.

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Category : Travel Blog

7 Life Changing Reasons to Take a Yoga Retreat Holiday!

Koh Phangan’s Full Moon Party – Is it Worth it?

Luang Prabang, Laos: The Most Beautiful Town in Southeast Asia

13 Myths Busted about Backpacking Southeast Asia

My Experience Discovering Buddhism at Kopan Monastery, Kathmandu, Nepal

Featured 10 Reasons Why I Love Goa So Much I Moved Here!

My Guide to Koh Lanta – The Hidden Gem of the Andaman Islands

My Guide to The Best Beaches in Phuket (2026)

My Phuket Food Guide + Shopping & Nightlife (2026)

The Ultimate Guide To Getting Around Phuket (2026)

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