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abearcalledpaddington

7 years of full-time travel 🌏🐾
📍Zambia 🇿🇲
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Wishing everyone a paws-itively wonderful vacation

Wishing everyone a paws-itively wonderful vacation, wherever you are in the world!
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May your days be filled with sunshine, new adventures, tasty treats, and maybe even a nap or two in a hammock
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Don’t forget to pack your curiosity and a little extra marmalade!
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After 7 years of full-time travel, I’ve learned

After 7 years of full-time travel, I’ve learned a thing or two about life on the road. Here are 7 lessons from a well-traveled bear 🐻✨ 1. 🧳 You never need as much as you think. The less you pack, the more room you leave for spontaneity. 2. 💰 Budget like a boss. Unexpected costs pop up, so plan your finances carefully. 3. ✨ People are kind everywhere. Strangers become friends, and you’re never truly alone if you’re open. 4. 🐢 Slow travel > fast travel. Slow travel is deeper, more immersive and often cheaper too. 5. 🌄 Adventure is a mindset. It’s not about ticking off landmarks. It’s in the way you see the world; with curiosity and kindness. 6. 🌍 It’s not a vacation. You still work, plan, budget, and do laundry, just with better views. 7. 🌱Step out of your comfort zone. That’s where the growth and magic happens, you become more adaptable, more confident and open minded.
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Here’s your reminder to pack your marmalade sand

Here’s your reminder to pack your marmalade sandwiches, book that trip, and make memories you’ll never regret. 🧳🐻✈️ Because life’s too short not to follow your paws and see where they take you. 🌍🍊
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Today is my summer birthday! ☀️🎂 🐾 And d

Today is my summer birthday! ☀️🎂
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And do you know the best thing about summer birthdays? That’s right… summer birthday cake. Preferably eaten in the sunshine with a nice breeze and absolutely zero sharing involved
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I may have had a second slice. Possibly a third. It’s hard to count when there’s frosting on your paws
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Here's to sunshine, sweet treats and celebrating wherever I find myself in the world! 🎈🐻
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What could possibly top a sunset infinity pool?
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A sunset infinity pool with your favourite duckie floatie, that’s what. Add the peaceful sounds of the Zambian forest in the background and you’ve got the perfect bear-sized slice of paradise
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I floated, I pondered life, and I may have requested a marmalade cocktail. Still waiting on that, by the way. Anyone seen my butler?
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Of course, the paparazzi were there. They always seem to find me in my most glamorous floatie moments. Fame can be so exhausting
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Life doesn’t get better than this... unless maybe my floatie had a cup holder
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Exploring the local markets of Lusaka is an advent

Exploring the local markets of Lusaka is an adventure all on its own
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From vibrant piles of fruit and veg to rows of dried fish and endless varieties of dried beans, it’s a feast for the senses (and sometimes the nose). I wandered through New Soweto Market, City Market and Town Centre Market — a true maze of sounds, smells and color
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These aren’t your average tourist stops, and that’s what makes them special. One minute you’re looking at handmade clothes, the next you’ve accidentally wandered down a mysterious alley that seems to sell only shoelaces and phone chargers
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A local guide or friend is highly recommended, unless you’re a bear with excellent directional instincts and a healthy sense of curiosity. Which of course I am... How about you, would you like to visit too?
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Even while pet sitting, a bear sometimes needs a p

Even while pet sitting, a bear sometimes needs a pool day
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After all, looking after three dogs is ruff work. So today I swapped the dog bed for a deck chair and the tennis ball for a towel. Hydration? Handled. Sun protection? Triple checked. Vibes? Immaculate!
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The pups supervised from the shade (with judgement in their eyes), but I regret nothing. This bear is off-duty. Splash responsibly, friends 🐻💦
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After two months of bouncing around South Africa,

After two months of bouncing around South Africa, Namibia and Victoria Falls, it’s time to slow down for a bit
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I’ve landed in Lusaka, Zambia for a whole 9 weeks of pet sitting, and I’ve been welcomed by three very fluffy, very energetic local woofers who’ve agreed to share their home with me 🐻💙♥️🐶🐶🐶
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Perks include unlimited cuddles, early morning wake-up kisses, and the chance to shout 'Who wants a treat?!' at least ten times a day with genuine excitement
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From tail wags to tummy rubs, it’s the perfect way for me to travel, I love making furry friends and pretending I own a dog... without committing to 15 years of vet bills
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Housesitting is a wonderful experience if you like pets and being followed to the bathroom
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Sailing into the Zambian sunset like a true advent

Sailing into the Zambian sunset like a true adventurer... with a little help from the captain, of course! 🧭🛥️
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I hopped aboard a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River and somehow ended up at the helm of the boat! I immediately asked, 'Which one’s the brake?', huge mistake, anyway don’t worry, we were heading upstream, so no waterfalls in sight and I had time to figure out which way was forward. I think the captain was more nervous than me for some reason
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With golden light glinting off the water, we cruised past bobbing hippos, sly crocodiles and a whole parade of birds showing off their best aerial stunts. The river was peaceful, the breeze was just right, and the view... well, let’s just say I didn’t want it to end.
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A perfect way to end the day, floating along one of Africa’s most iconic rivers with just the right amount of drama, animals, and me pretending to know what I’m doing
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