Marc Hall
@lifewentthatway.bsky.social
On a mission to help you travel the world with a little inspiration and real advice without the BS | NZ based published author/travel writer/dog lover who you will find on Papamoa Beach
Writes at www.lifewentthatway.com and on Substack.
Writes at www.lifewentthatway.com and on Substack.
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Marc Hall
@lifewentthatway.bsky.social
· Nov 18
Hi my name is Marc.
I've traveled a lot. Write a bit about it too.
Real life travel advice, observations and opinions without the usual BS. Come follow and see what I mean.
Blog occasionally at www.lifewentthatway.com.
I've traveled a lot. Write a bit about it too.
Real life travel advice, observations and opinions without the usual BS. Come follow and see what I mean.
Blog occasionally at www.lifewentthatway.com.
NEW POST 🎙️
Saying 'Yes' to new experiences is a superpower.
I'm proof of it.
I wrote this for the 19 year old in all of us.
open.substack.com/pub/marcedha...
Saying 'Yes' to new experiences is a superpower.
I'm proof of it.
I wrote this for the 19 year old in all of us.
open.substack.com/pub/marcedha...
Say Yes While You Still Can (Before It's Too Late)
Most travellers look back on their experiences and love to reminisce with a smile.
open.substack.com
July 2, 2025 at 7:52 AM
NEW POST 🎙️
Saying 'Yes' to new experiences is a superpower.
I'm proof of it.
I wrote this for the 19 year old in all of us.
open.substack.com/pub/marcedha...
Saying 'Yes' to new experiences is a superpower.
I'm proof of it.
I wrote this for the 19 year old in all of us.
open.substack.com/pub/marcedha...
When I left home at 19 to travel the world on my own in the late 90s it wasn't a big deal.
My sister did the same a few years earlier.
We 'solo' travelled long before it became a 'thing'. Without phones or tech.
You do you, but it's nothing new.
My sister did the same a few years earlier.
We 'solo' travelled long before it became a 'thing'. Without phones or tech.
You do you, but it's nothing new.
June 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM
When I left home at 19 to travel the world on my own in the late 90s it wasn't a big deal.
My sister did the same a few years earlier.
We 'solo' travelled long before it became a 'thing'. Without phones or tech.
You do you, but it's nothing new.
My sister did the same a few years earlier.
We 'solo' travelled long before it became a 'thing'. Without phones or tech.
You do you, but it's nothing new.
Travelling won't 'change your life'.
But the people you meet along the way might.
But the people you meet along the way might.
June 18, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Travelling won't 'change your life'.
But the people you meet along the way might.
But the people you meet along the way might.
Greetings from my 'hidden gem' and 'golden sandy beach'
It's stunning and I love living five minutes walk away.
But guess what?
Google filtered the F out of my original photo and made it look like this.
Like most travel photos you see online.
It's stunning and I love living five minutes walk away.
But guess what?
Google filtered the F out of my original photo and made it look like this.
Like most travel photos you see online.
June 15, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Greetings from my 'hidden gem' and 'golden sandy beach'
It's stunning and I love living five minutes walk away.
But guess what?
Google filtered the F out of my original photo and made it look like this.
Like most travel photos you see online.
It's stunning and I love living five minutes walk away.
But guess what?
Google filtered the F out of my original photo and made it look like this.
Like most travel photos you see online.
If you expect to 'find yourself' when you travel then you're setting yourself up to be disappointed.
What a load of sh*t.
You, your problems and everything else gets on the plane with you.
It's just a different environment to figure your life stuff out.
That's the reality.
What a load of sh*t.
You, your problems and everything else gets on the plane with you.
It's just a different environment to figure your life stuff out.
That's the reality.
June 14, 2025 at 5:18 AM
If you expect to 'find yourself' when you travel then you're setting yourself up to be disappointed.
What a load of sh*t.
You, your problems and everything else gets on the plane with you.
It's just a different environment to figure your life stuff out.
That's the reality.
What a load of sh*t.
You, your problems and everything else gets on the plane with you.
It's just a different environment to figure your life stuff out.
That's the reality.
Arguing over 50 cents with a market vendor in Vietnam doesn't make you a 'money savvy' traveller.
It makes you look like a dick.
It makes you look like a dick.
June 13, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Arguing over 50 cents with a market vendor in Vietnam doesn't make you a 'money savvy' traveller.
It makes you look like a dick.
It makes you look like a dick.
DATING ADVICE 😜
Go travel with a new partner for two weeks.
You will learn more about them in that time than a year of dating at home.
Go travel with a new partner for two weeks.
You will learn more about them in that time than a year of dating at home.
June 12, 2025 at 8:01 AM
DATING ADVICE 😜
Go travel with a new partner for two weeks.
You will learn more about them in that time than a year of dating at home.
Go travel with a new partner for two weeks.
You will learn more about them in that time than a year of dating at home.
Travellers love to 'label' themselves 🌎
Solo, family, backpacker - you name it. I've been all of them at different times.
And so will you probably.
But this one is the most stupid of them all - so I wrote about it.
Have a read 😎
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
Solo, family, backpacker - you name it. I've been all of them at different times.
And so will you probably.
But this one is the most stupid of them all - so I wrote about it.
Have a read 😎
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
The Traveller vs Tourist Debate is Total Bullsh*t (and Here's Why)
It's an argument that has been debated for decades. The 'Traveller vs Tourist' discussion needs to end. Here's why.
lifewentthatway.com
June 9, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Travellers love to 'label' themselves 🌎
Solo, family, backpacker - you name it. I've been all of them at different times.
And so will you probably.
But this one is the most stupid of them all - so I wrote about it.
Have a read 😎
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
Solo, family, backpacker - you name it. I've been all of them at different times.
And so will you probably.
But this one is the most stupid of them all - so I wrote about it.
Have a read 😎
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
Long term travel isn't always the dream you think it is.
And it's not for everyone.
It's a full-time gig with no routine and little support when you really need it.
Read the fine print.
And it's not for everyone.
It's a full-time gig with no routine and little support when you really need it.
Read the fine print.
June 7, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Long term travel isn't always the dream you think it is.
And it's not for everyone.
It's a full-time gig with no routine and little support when you really need it.
Read the fine print.
And it's not for everyone.
It's a full-time gig with no routine and little support when you really need it.
Read the fine print.
Travel is awesome.
Until it's not.
There are two sides to every long-term travel story. One is the sexy, glamorous side. The other you rarely see or read about.
Here I write about the side you don't hear about much 👀👇
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
Until it's not.
There are two sides to every long-term travel story. One is the sexy, glamorous side. The other you rarely see or read about.
Here I write about the side you don't hear about much 👀👇
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
The Realities of Long-Term Travel: What the Gurus and Influencers Don’t Tell You
It can't go on forever. The travel lifestyle is awesome while it lasts but it just isn't a sustainable one. In this article, I discuss the pitfalls of long-term travel and how you can avoid them.
lifewentthatway.com
May 28, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Travel is awesome.
Until it's not.
There are two sides to every long-term travel story. One is the sexy, glamorous side. The other you rarely see or read about.
Here I write about the side you don't hear about much 👀👇
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
Until it's not.
There are two sides to every long-term travel story. One is the sexy, glamorous side. The other you rarely see or read about.
Here I write about the side you don't hear about much 👀👇
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
My best adventures just can't be explained to people who weren't there.
- The big life changing trip
- The lifelong travel goal
- The epic mountain trek
No one cares when you come home. No matter how hard you try to make them.
So I wrote this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/why-no-one-c...
- The big life changing trip
- The lifelong travel goal
- The epic mountain trek
No one cares when you come home. No matter how hard you try to make them.
So I wrote this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/why-no-one-c...
Why No One Cares About Your Travels When You Come Home - Life Went That Way
You've had a life-changing experience abroad, you come home and nothing has changed. Life went on - yours was different. Here, I explain why.
lifewentthatway.com
January 3, 2025 at 8:38 PM
My best adventures just can't be explained to people who weren't there.
- The big life changing trip
- The lifelong travel goal
- The epic mountain trek
No one cares when you come home. No matter how hard you try to make them.
So I wrote this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/why-no-one-c...
- The big life changing trip
- The lifelong travel goal
- The epic mountain trek
No one cares when you come home. No matter how hard you try to make them.
So I wrote this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/why-no-one-c...
Most travel advice is bullsh*t.
Especially from those who set rules based on their fancy travel reels, sponsored trips or worse, those who have never been.
The reality of travel helps more.
It's why I wrote this ⬇️👀
lifewentthatway.com/5-common-bel...
Especially from those who set rules based on their fancy travel reels, sponsored trips or worse, those who have never been.
The reality of travel helps more.
It's why I wrote this ⬇️👀
lifewentthatway.com/5-common-bel...
5 Common Beliefs About Travel That Are Wrong - Life Went That Way
Travel is full of misconceptions and beliefs that are just wrong. In this article, I share some thoughts on some of the worst.
lifewentthatway.com
January 1, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Most travel advice is bullsh*t.
Especially from those who set rules based on their fancy travel reels, sponsored trips or worse, those who have never been.
The reality of travel helps more.
It's why I wrote this ⬇️👀
lifewentthatway.com/5-common-bel...
Especially from those who set rules based on their fancy travel reels, sponsored trips or worse, those who have never been.
The reality of travel helps more.
It's why I wrote this ⬇️👀
lifewentthatway.com/5-common-bel...
5000 people got off a cruise ship in my hometown today.
I saw the same yesterday.
Not once did I look at any of them and think:
'Are you a traveller or tourist?'
Get my drift? Such a ridiculous debate.
I saw the same yesterday.
Not once did I look at any of them and think:
'Are you a traveller or tourist?'
Get my drift? Such a ridiculous debate.
December 31, 2024 at 10:26 AM
5000 people got off a cruise ship in my hometown today.
I saw the same yesterday.
Not once did I look at any of them and think:
'Are you a traveller or tourist?'
Get my drift? Such a ridiculous debate.
I saw the same yesterday.
Not once did I look at any of them and think:
'Are you a traveller or tourist?'
Get my drift? Such a ridiculous debate.
Your bucket list is just an excuse.
It's the cool sh*t you do along the way that counts.
Read this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
It's the cool sh*t you do along the way that counts.
Read this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
The Best Things About Travel Aren't On Your Bucket List - Life Went That Way
In this article, I discuss why your travel bucket list isn't as important as you think and why the experiences along the way matter more.
lifewentthatway.com
December 31, 2024 at 9:43 AM
Your bucket list is just an excuse.
It's the cool sh*t you do along the way that counts.
Read this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
It's the cool sh*t you do along the way that counts.
Read this 👀⬇️
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
New Year is a time to reflect for me.
- Not to make resolutions
- Not to make promises
- Certainly not to make a list
It's a time to reflect and see how I changed.
That's where the truth lies.
Good or bad, it's a place to start.
Let's win 2025,team 🙏
- Not to make resolutions
- Not to make promises
- Certainly not to make a list
It's a time to reflect and see how I changed.
That's where the truth lies.
Good or bad, it's a place to start.
Let's win 2025,team 🙏
December 31, 2024 at 9:36 AM
New Year is a time to reflect for me.
- Not to make resolutions
- Not to make promises
- Certainly not to make a list
It's a time to reflect and see how I changed.
That's where the truth lies.
Good or bad, it's a place to start.
Let's win 2025,team 🙏
- Not to make resolutions
- Not to make promises
- Certainly not to make a list
It's a time to reflect and see how I changed.
That's where the truth lies.
Good or bad, it's a place to start.
Let's win 2025,team 🙏
It's NYE here in New Zealand 🇳🇿
I can see the traveller 'New Year, New Me' crowd with their bucket lists for 2025 already.
In this article, I discuss why your travel bucket list isn't as important as you think - what happens among the way you remember more.
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
I can see the traveller 'New Year, New Me' crowd with their bucket lists for 2025 already.
In this article, I discuss why your travel bucket list isn't as important as you think - what happens among the way you remember more.
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
The Best Things About Travel Aren't On Your Bucket List - Life Went That Way
In this article, I discuss why your travel bucket list isn't as important as you think and why the experiences along the way matter more.
lifewentthatway.com
December 30, 2024 at 6:41 PM
It's NYE here in New Zealand 🇳🇿
I can see the traveller 'New Year, New Me' crowd with their bucket lists for 2025 already.
In this article, I discuss why your travel bucket list isn't as important as you think - what happens among the way you remember more.
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
I can see the traveller 'New Year, New Me' crowd with their bucket lists for 2025 already.
In this article, I discuss why your travel bucket list isn't as important as you think - what happens among the way you remember more.
lifewentthatway.com/the-best-thi...
Reposted by Marc Hall
And this is exactly why I follow Marc on #bluesky and #twitterX.
He has his own opinions on #Travel
It's about what floats your boat, not that of other people. If other people like what you post, you're #winning
Keep on being you. Keep it real.
Be more like Marc of @lifewentthatway.bsky.social
He has his own opinions on #Travel
It's about what floats your boat, not that of other people. If other people like what you post, you're #winning
Keep on being you. Keep it real.
Be more like Marc of @lifewentthatway.bsky.social
Bluesky is THE hub for travel creators.
But it seems a bit same/same.
'Top 10 Places to Visit' here, 'My Guide' to there. Check out these 'hidden gems'.
I'm a bit different. You might find it interesting.
I wrote this a while back. Have a read.
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
But it seems a bit same/same.
'Top 10 Places to Visit' here, 'My Guide' to there. Check out these 'hidden gems'.
I'm a bit different. You might find it interesting.
I wrote this a while back. Have a read.
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
The Traveller vs Tourist Debate is Total Bullsh*t (and Here's Why) - Life Went That Way
It's an argument that has been debated for decades. The 'Traveller vs Tourist' discussion needs to end. Here's why.
lifewentthatway.com
December 29, 2024 at 10:23 AM
And this is exactly why I follow Marc on #bluesky and #twitterX.
He has his own opinions on #Travel
It's about what floats your boat, not that of other people. If other people like what you post, you're #winning
Keep on being you. Keep it real.
Be more like Marc of @lifewentthatway.bsky.social
He has his own opinions on #Travel
It's about what floats your boat, not that of other people. If other people like what you post, you're #winning
Keep on being you. Keep it real.
Be more like Marc of @lifewentthatway.bsky.social
Bluesky is THE hub for travel creators.
But it seems a bit same/same.
'Top 10 Places to Visit' here, 'My Guide' to there. Check out these 'hidden gems'.
I'm a bit different. You might find it interesting.
I wrote this a while back. Have a read.
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
But it seems a bit same/same.
'Top 10 Places to Visit' here, 'My Guide' to there. Check out these 'hidden gems'.
I'm a bit different. You might find it interesting.
I wrote this a while back. Have a read.
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
The Traveller vs Tourist Debate is Total Bullsh*t (and Here's Why) - Life Went That Way
It's an argument that has been debated for decades. The 'Traveller vs Tourist' discussion needs to end. Here's why.
lifewentthatway.com
December 29, 2024 at 10:11 AM
Bluesky is THE hub for travel creators.
But it seems a bit same/same.
'Top 10 Places to Visit' here, 'My Guide' to there. Check out these 'hidden gems'.
I'm a bit different. You might find it interesting.
I wrote this a while back. Have a read.
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
But it seems a bit same/same.
'Top 10 Places to Visit' here, 'My Guide' to there. Check out these 'hidden gems'.
I'm a bit different. You might find it interesting.
I wrote this a while back. Have a read.
lifewentthatway.com/the-travelle...
Reposted by Marc Hall
💃It's Day 9 of 12 Days of Christmas daily travel blog share!
🗺️ Today share with us your most recent blog post or you most recent trip!
✨Share posts with hashtags
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts
💚Like & Repost feed posts
🗺️ Today share with us your most recent blog post or you most recent trip!
✨Share posts with hashtags
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts
💚Like & Repost feed posts
December 21, 2024 at 12:59 PM
💃It's Day 9 of 12 Days of Christmas daily travel blog share!
🗺️ Today share with us your most recent blog post or you most recent trip!
✨Share posts with hashtags
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts
💚Like & Repost feed posts
🗺️ Today share with us your most recent blog post or you most recent trip!
✨Share posts with hashtags
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts
💚Like & Repost feed posts
Day 8 of 12 Days of Christmas! 🎄
My first article in a while opens the door on the realities of long-term travel.
It's not talked about enough.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
#travelbloggerscommunity
#travelblogshare
#traveladdicts
My first article in a while opens the door on the realities of long-term travel.
It's not talked about enough.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
#travelbloggerscommunity
#travelblogshare
#traveladdicts
December 20, 2024 at 11:58 PM
Day 8 of 12 Days of Christmas! 🎄
My first article in a while opens the door on the realities of long-term travel.
It's not talked about enough.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
#travelbloggerscommunity
#travelblogshare
#traveladdicts
My first article in a while opens the door on the realities of long-term travel.
It's not talked about enough.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
#travelbloggerscommunity
#travelblogshare
#traveladdicts
Reposted by Marc Hall
Sharing our popular Day Hike Checklist travel tips post for Day 8 of the 12 Days of Christmas.
careyontravels.com/essential-da...
#traveltips
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare
#TravelAddicts
#hiking
careyontravels.com/essential-da...
#traveltips
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare
#TravelAddicts
#hiking
Essential Day Hike Checklist: What to Bring for a Successful Trek - Carey On Travels
Review our essential day hike checklist to ensure you're prepared before heading out on your next day hike.
careyontravels.com
December 20, 2024 at 5:27 PM
Sharing our popular Day Hike Checklist travel tips post for Day 8 of the 12 Days of Christmas.
careyontravels.com/essential-da...
#traveltips
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare
#TravelAddicts
#hiking
careyontravels.com/essential-da...
#traveltips
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare
#TravelAddicts
#hiking
Reposted by Marc Hall
Check out my tips for properly enjoying food & drink festivals! everybodyhatesatourist.net/top-10-tips-... #TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts #travel #wine
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts #travel #wine
December 20, 2024 at 6:03 PM
Check out my tips for properly enjoying food & drink festivals! everybodyhatesatourist.net/top-10-tips-... #TravelBloggersCommunity
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts #travel #wine
#TravelBlogShare #TravelAddicts #travel #wine
Reposted by Marc Hall
Today it's #traveltips for the #TravelAddicts #TravelBloggersCommunity #TravelBlogShare
My most popular travel tip posts tend to be about public transportation. Not the sexiest of topics but very searchable. At least until the Dec Google update anyway
thethoroughtripper.com/train-from-m...
My most popular travel tip posts tend to be about public transportation. Not the sexiest of topics but very searchable. At least until the Dec Google update anyway
thethoroughtripper.com/train-from-m...
Traveling on the Iryo High Speed Train from Madrid to Malaga
High speed trains are a great way to get around Spain. Let me show you what its like to ride the Iryo train from Madrid to Malaga
thethoroughtripper.com
December 20, 2024 at 9:07 PM
Today it's #traveltips for the #TravelAddicts #TravelBloggersCommunity #TravelBlogShare
My most popular travel tip posts tend to be about public transportation. Not the sexiest of topics but very searchable. At least until the Dec Google update anyway
thethoroughtripper.com/train-from-m...
My most popular travel tip posts tend to be about public transportation. Not the sexiest of topics but very searchable. At least until the Dec Google update anyway
thethoroughtripper.com/train-from-m...
It's been a while.
But in my new article, I discuss the realities of what happened after ten years of travel.
The glamorous side of travel is only fleeting.
Let me know what you think.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
But in my new article, I discuss the realities of what happened after ten years of travel.
The glamorous side of travel is only fleeting.
Let me know what you think.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
The Realities of Long-Term Travel: What the Gurus and Influencers Don't Tell You - Life Went That Way
A lifestyle of travel freedom is the dream of many. But there are pitfalls to avoid. In this article, I discuss these and how to avoid them.
lifewentthatway.com
December 20, 2024 at 10:41 PM
It's been a while.
But in my new article, I discuss the realities of what happened after ten years of travel.
The glamorous side of travel is only fleeting.
Let me know what you think.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...
But in my new article, I discuss the realities of what happened after ten years of travel.
The glamorous side of travel is only fleeting.
Let me know what you think.
lifewentthatway.com/the-realitie...