Travel Blog of a French Girl
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Whether you’re a globe trotter or a future expat, you’ll find advice tailored to your needs in this travel blog.
(If not, I owe you a cookie).
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Your banker can thank me later.
Hi there, Gwen here !
In 2022, I left my life in Burgundy to try my luck in Toronto via the very popular WHV. Since then, my suitcases (or backpacks) have become my second home. Today, I’m in the middle of a van road trip in New Zealand, an adventure as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.
Why this blog?
Born to Be Abroad is much more than a travel diary. It’s a way for me to share my experiences, practical advice, and problems (yes, even the ones where my van breaks down in the middle of a roundabout). My aim? To help you plan your own adventures, whether you’re planning a WHV, a long trip, or just a weekend away from it all. And if I can make you smile or give you a little push to dare to take the plunge, then my mission is completed!
Most-read articles on my travel blog
Visiter Délos depuis Mykonos en Ferry : Tout ce que tu dois Savoir
Délos, une petite île grecque nichée au cœur de l'archipel des Cyclades, est un site archéologique majeur, reconnu mondialement. Selon la légende, cette île est le lieu de naissance d'Apollon et d'Artémis. Rien que ça ! Si tu séjournes à Mykonos, visiter Délos devrait...
La Réalité de Vivre à Toronto: Ce Que Personne Ne Te Dit
Article mis à jour le 31/01/2026 Vivre à Toronto, c'est habiter dans la métropole souvent considérée comme la petite sœur de New-York. Mais après y avoir posé mes valises pendant 2 ans et demi, j'ai découvert des facettes de cette ville canadienne que je ne...
A little warmth in this cold world
To travel is to remember that despite the hassles of lost luggage and overpriced sandwiches at the airport, there are moments of pure beauty.
My latest travel blog posts
Grab your tea (yes, we’re a tea team here) or glass of wine (no, there’s no in-between), make yourself comfortable and join me for a little reading.
