About me

Hi, I’m Jess! Thank you so much for checking out my blog!

I started my Instagram account @diariesofatravelbug a few years ago now, born purely from my love of travel and creativity!

I currently work in fundraising at a charity, which I absolutely love! But I’m always trying to squeeze in travel wherever I can around my day job.

I’m also the proud owner of my very own Etsy store, selling travel journals, stationary and accessories – would love if you checked it out!

Fun fact: I am also a registered Children’s Nurse, however not currently practicing. I left my role in the NHS almost 2 years ago to work in the charity sector, and have never looked back!

My goal at the moment is to travel as many countries as years I’ve been alive, and it’s generally working out pretty well! I’ve currently visited 27 countries in my 28 years (country #28 is booked and ready!), and I’m so excited to keep that number growing.

– The Travel Bug x

Three images side by side. First of me overlooking the city of Jodhpur, turning back towards the camera and smiling. The second of me sat on the sand in the desert, looking into the distance with the sunset behind me. The third is of me with wearing backpacks on both front and back of my body, smiling.