Nan with a Backpack

Nan with a Backpack “Sold everything, traveled with no plan, found Cambodia. Now it’s home, and my base for exploring. Solo female travel after 50. One step at a time.” Hi, I'm Sonja.

I was born in Southampton, England, and I’m a mum of 3 and a proud nan to 6 little adventurers. In 2022, I made the biggest leap of my life, I sold everything I owned, including my hairdressing business, packed a backpack, and set off to see the world. Now based in Siem Reap, Cambodia, I continue to explore new places, like my recent 10-day adventure in India, learning, laughing, and discovering along the way. Backpacks, adventures, and streets that smell stronger than morning coffee. Always one step at a time, always honest.

I don’t eat western food very often but honestly wow 🤩 the Chicken and mushroom pie from The Dubliner in Phnom Penh was ...
08/09/2026

I don’t eat western food very often but honestly wow 🤩 the Chicken and mushroom pie from The Dubliner in Phnom Penh was amazing. If you find yourself here and fancy a meal from home I can highly recommend it. 🥰

To the person who recommended Front Bar though I would come down and check it out 😜 I will have to come back next time I...
08/09/2026

To the person who recommended Front Bar though I would come down and check it out 😜 I will have to come back next time I’m in PP on a Sunday for the Sunday Roast dinner.

You meet the best people when you’re not expecting to Itchy Feet
07/09/2026

You meet the best people when you’re not expecting to Itchy Feet

07/09/2026

Wow….. can anyone tell me what type of bird this is?

Having a wonderful staycation in Phnom Penh. Sometimes you need a change of pace for a few days. 😊
06/09/2026

Having a wonderful staycation in Phnom Penh. Sometimes you need a change of pace for a few days. 😊

The rain never lasts long it’s so beautiful 🤩 I love Chaktomuk Walk Street ផ្លូវថ្មេីរជេីងចតុមុខ
05/09/2026

The rain never lasts long it’s so beautiful 🤩 I love Chaktomuk Walk Street ផ្លូវថ្មេីរជេីងចតុមុខ

Well the weather could be better 🤪🤦‍♀️🤣☔️
05/09/2026

Well the weather could be better 🤪🤦‍♀️🤣☔️

Out and about in Phnom Penh today. It’s so different from Siem Reap. Have you ever been? If so which one do you prefer?
04/09/2026

Out and about in Phnom Penh today. It’s so different from Siem Reap. Have you ever been? If so which one do you prefer?

Getting windswept in the Tuktuk 😜
03/09/2026

Getting windswept in the Tuktuk 😜

02/09/2026

Have you ever gone Wild!?! Fantastic Spring Rolls in Siem Reap.

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