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Renting a Tuk Tuk in Sri Lanka
Renting a tuk tuk in Sri Lanka is a fun and pretty unique way to explore the island. You can...
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Whether you’re considering Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, as a stop on your itinerary or you’re already here and wondering what to...
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Hey, I'm Naomi! Author of Runaway Traveller.
I’m Canadian but currently based in New Zealand and have been travelling internationally as often as I can over the past 12-ish years.
I’ve stayed at dingy hostels and luxury hotels, flown budget airlines and business class, and eaten at street stalls and and Michelin-star restaurants. I blog because I love sharing my tips, adventures, and misadventures as I explore this beautiful world we live in.