A woman who travels the world solo has revealed the one very popular island that you should avoid.
Content creator Rachel Smith has visited 21 countries so far while juggling multiple jobs at the same time.
The 24-year-old from Surrey, England, blogs about her low-cost trips to some of the most breathtaking destinations in the world over on her Instagram (@rachelsmith___) and TikTok (@rachelsmithsx) pages.
Over the past two years she has spent five months of the year travelling (Instagram/@rachelsmith___)
During one holiday, she spent just £12 for accommodation and £1 for fresh meals, according to the Daily Mail.
“I balance four jobs – content creation, team leader in a Gail’s bakery, part-time social media management, and I occasionally work in a pub,” she told the outlet.
“It’s a lot of juggling, and it can be very draining, but it allows me the flexibility to travel while earning enough to fund my adventures.
“Depending on how much I work, I can make anywhere from £2,000-£2,500 per month, which goes a long way when you know how to travel smart.”
Rachel has visited 21 countries so far (Instagram/@rachelsmith___)
The seasoned traveller has also shared the one place tourists need to avoid.
“I recommend avoiding Santorini in Greece, as beautiful as it is,” she said.
“The scenery is stunning, but it’s become overcrowded and overpriced. It feels like a tourist trap now.
“I found it really frustrating, especially with how difficult it was to get a taxi.
“And when I did, they charged crazy amounts for even short rides. I’m glad I got to see it, but I wouldn’t go back.”
For those who are either on a budget or just love a bargain, Rachel recommends Southeast Asia.
The content creator works four jobs to help fund her travels (Instagram/@rachelsmith___)
“In countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos, you can find beautiful accommodation, delicious food, and even activities like hot air balloon rides or snorkelling trips for a fraction of the price you’d pay in Western countries,” she said.
“I’ve been able to stay in places like Vietnam for weeks at a time because the cost of living is so low.
“You can rent a scooter for next to nothing and eat fresh meals for less than £1.
“In Vietnam, I got luxurious 12-hour sleeper buses for less than £5.
“They included charging stations, blankets, LED lights, and even a TV.
“When I was in Kuala Lumpur, I got myself a studio apartment with a rooftop pool that overlooked the city and was less than £12 per night.
“And in Thailand, I did a boat trip which included four snorkel stops, all the equipment, lunch, a slide, rock climbing wall and jump platform for just £15.”