The Latest Smart Tech To Keep Your Home Safe While On Holiday

Strolling along the beach at Heritage Le Telfair, Mauritius

From gadgets to see who’s ringing your doorbell, to smart tech to switch off your appliances when you’re out, there are plenty of ways to keep your home safe while you’re travelling.

I don’t know about you, but when I’m preparing for a big trip, I sometimes overlook the smaller details. I get so wrapped up in planning, washing and packing, that the second I lock the door to the flat I wonder… Did I leave my hair straighteners plugged in? What about the hob, was it on? What about the lights in the bathroom, weren’t they on when I walked out of the door? Oh and did I turn the heating off?

All I really want to do is get to the airport on time, enjoy a few films on the flight and then soak up everything the destination has to offer. I want to eat local food, explore the culture and return home with a load of special memories. I want to chill with a book and a mojito on the beach, rather than sit there worrying about things back home! 

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How To Become a House Sitter (And Travel The World On A Budget)

Perfect beach scene in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

House sitting offers you free accommodation in amazing locations around the world. Plus, you get the bonus of looking after some cute pets along the way! Find out how to become a house sitter and where to find dog and cat sitting jobs too. 

The thing about us travel bloggers is we’re never in one place for long. But with that lifestyle comes the problem of where to live.

Playing with Enzo at our first house sitting assignment
Playing with Enzo at our first house sitting assignment

Last year, I spent several months living in London, a month in South America and jetted off on 47 flights to 16 different countries. In between trips I spent a week or two at home. Yes my family home. I knew it was temporary but it still took some getting used to! Goodbye London life, independence and quick drinks with friends after work. But then again, how often was I even in the country to do that these days anyway?

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