I’m Leaving My Job! My 2025 Sabbatical & Travel Plans

[@aleksandraweronika2580]

Love that you didn't quit your job! Being adventurous but still responsible is my fav duo!

[@onitram83]

Wow! I didn t expect this, but great plan! You don't live to work, but work to live. Some people regret at the end of their lives having worked too much, never the opposite!

[@vb6576]

Your hard work certainly paid off, Paige! I've been following your channel since your University days, and your positivity always inspires me. Almost 20 years ago, I took the same sabbatical and it forever changed my life. That's also how I met my husband (although this wasn't part of the itinerary! ;) so who knows what other wonderful experiences lie ahead? Wishing you a wonderful time. I'm looking forward to watching your travel vlogs.

[@oliviabeth4107]

I just did 8 months solo across Australia, New Zealand and SEA! I qualified as a chartered accountant at the end of 2023 so extremely similar experience! It is genuinely the best thing I have ever done (your career is always there). It will really change your perspective on things - you won’t regret it for sure !! Look at doing the kiwi experience in NZ that was my absolute favourite thing I did! It’s also easy to meet people don’t worry at all

[@PaigeY]

Ahh sounds amazing! Glad you had a wonderful time ✈️🌏

[@miriamc.7123]

Hi Paige! From a fellow backpacker, congrats on taking such an incredible step towards making your dreams happen!!! You asked for advice, so here's mine. Very few people talk about travel burnout, but it's quite common when you start a long-term trip if you've only experienced short-term vacations. Give yourself permission to take breaks, to not do everything all the time. There'll be a lot of incredible things to explore and a lot of people who may seem like they are experiencing much more than you and making the most of their time there, but try and not compare yourself. Everyone has their own pace and rhythm while travelling, the most important thing for me was listening to my body and giving myself permission to rest, to reflect, to write and even to do mundane things that make you feel closer to your home. And that includes allowing yourself to discover that this is not what you want to do even if you had everything planned out and told everyone about it! Wish you the best of lucks and hope you find everything you were looking for in this trip 🥰

[@sacrilegiousbee4588]

Hey Paige! I think it's about time to drop a comment. I've been following you since your first year of cambridge when I was still in school, now I am in my 3rd semester of uni. You've always been a role model for me with your positivity and diligence. I feel happy for you coming so far and I wish you all the best for your travels and this new year! 🎉😘

[@MishkaUK]

Great call Paige. When if not NOW! You will have a time of your life.

[@luisina8564]

I did the same 6 month career break. 11 countries later I can say It was the best decision I've ever made. Helped me so much to deal with people, to be friendly, the skills that I've learned through traveling made me grow both my personal and professional lives.

[@raquellopez-lozano2553]

I’m doing the same! I finished my PhD late 2024 and am so ready to be in another country! Love that loads of us are on the same career boat

[@PaigeY]

Ahhh congrats Dr!! 🎉 and have the best travels, so excited for us all!

[@user-je6io6cv5d]

Good luck and have a safe trip!

[@uditadas627]

So excited for you! May you have a life-changing experience! Happy that we get to be a part of this part of your life with you through your videos. ❤

[@aradhanavarma5109]

Paige, you're one of the hardest working people I have ever seen. You deserve this! So proud of you!!!

[@shazmeenkhan69]

Paige, I am so excited and happy about your journey💓20s are one of the most important parts of our lives where we spend our time building our careers and making a path for the future but we often forget that we are working to lead a good life not living to simply work. I went through the same burnout myself and took a three-month break from everything and when I returned to my work, I was a totally refreshed and new person✨ So, I am really glad that you took this decision. You totally deserve this🥰and I am sure this will be the best adventure of your life❤ Good Luck and can't wait to join you through your vlogs😍🎀

[@lisi_daube1388]

These plans sound amazing and definitely like great timing!!! I’m happy you get this opportunity and hope you’ll have lots of fun traveling!!

[@anabarrancogonzalez4592]

Proud of your decision Paige, I have travelled around the world for more than 5 years as a cabin crew and I highly recommend it to everyone. All the best in this new chapter 🤞

[@rondoflicflac]

Yayyy! We're ready to follow you in your new adventures!!!

[@freshdogturds]

Speak for yourself. I am not yet ready. I need to finish my yogurt first.

[@andreafernandezperez8067]

I am so happy for this exciting adventure you’re about to leave! I started watching your youtube videos back in the day when you joined Cambridge because I was also going through uni at that time, so watching new content in your chanel is great (I also still love studying videos but you know what I mean😂). I wish you the best for 2025 and all your travel and I am eager to see these new videos!! ❤

[@pitulovelive]

CONGRATS!!! YOU DESERVE THIS TRIP!!!

[@srijanipal01]

I am so happy for you and wish you a safe and fulfilling journey. I hope you're able to enjoy this break to the fullest!! ❤️

[@teneshaanderson4761]

Good on you girl! Live your life

[@Sannwise]

You go girll!! You absolutely deserve this after all these years of study. ❤

[@Faye_L]

Nice, have fun! And please stay safe out there. 💖

[@RaeTheActuary]

Hope you enjoy it and congrats on qualifying, you really really deserve it ❤

[@alijtaylor]

Hi Paige. As someone who did the 'travel thing' during the uni holidays and afterwards many years ago I am absolutely delighted with your decision. Good on you for being 'grown up' and 'sensible' and getting a qualification and a house BUT this isn't really what makes life worth living. You will find the world full of travellers of all ages and it will be the best, best time. AND if you decide when you return to do something completely different then that's exciting and fine too. I am beyond excited and proud of you. Go and enjoy xxxx

[@bratsfacks1013]

Sounds like such fun! Have a great time Paige, you deserve it

[@kitty1977]

Im so happy for you. You deserve this. I do solo trips all the time and it's so romantic and amazing. It helps to be more present when you travel when you dont have a companion to distract you and chat. It will be like the movie Eat, Pray Love. Watch it before your journey and all the best. Safe travels now

[@nirajshah8023]

You did hint at this Paige! I am so so proud of you and so happy to hear this :)

[@Ohhellodenisse]

Congratulations, Paige on your sabbatical and upcoming trip ! Southeast Asia summer (April to July) is the perfect time to visit. The beaches are beautiful (Thailand and the Philippines), and the food is also great (and affordable!). Tourist places could get quite overwhelming though, especially during the summer season.

[@maxkp8333]

I finished my degree last year; After 6 1/2 years of medschool I took a gap year. BEST DECISION EVER! I also went to Australia, Sydney, Tasmania, Melbourne, New Zealand, Brisbane all the way up the coast to Carins and further from Singapore to Thailand, Indonesia and Japan. Loved it! SO worth it! Have fun and slaaaaay QUEEN! 🥳

[@guinsobral2026]

Paige-Long time viewer, have followed you since your time at Cambridge. I’m so excited for you and this great adventure you are about to experience. I greatly admired the dedication you showed to find a career after graduation but knew how demanding Actuary qualifications was going to be. And you were very successful. But I always thought it was a shame you didn’t take just a bit of a break-but 2020 was such a bizarre time I understood your choice. Takes a lot of courage to step away for this break (and says a lot about you that your management is giving you the time). Enjoy every moment of this break, I don’t think you will ever regret it. Can’t wait to see all that you do over the next 6 months!

[@MeiliLangford]

Good luck, stay safe and most importantly enjoy it!

[@Parnersful]

This is so exciting! You so deserve it. Have a great time!

[@clarec3]

You will never regret this amazing decision. You go!!! Have safe and happy travels! 😊❤

[@freshdogturds]

That's not wholly true. You would regret the decision to travel if, for example, you got eaten by a saltwater crocodile.

[@paulalegisamon9205]

can't wait for your next posts! I've been following u since day 1 at Cambridge and now I'm super excited about your travel! All the best for u! Have a great time! Greetings from Argentina

[@andysevenseven3]

Enjoy your trip Paige! Looking forward to see you explore those excited adventures :)

[@lauraseivwright5512]

Yay!! Go have fun! You deserve it after working so hard for so many years

[@miffybubbles]

Love from Australia!! Hope you have the best time ever, Paige!❤

[@PhoebeAshmore13]

So excited for you! I have it in mind to take sabbatical leave at some point in the relatively near future. My mum died January 2024 so this year has been settling into a new job as well as doing all the “sadmin” we’ve had to do. It’s been so full on and I knew I would need a break once I’d got through it all ❤ hope you have the best time and I look forward to some inspirational travel content from you!

[@PaigeY]

I’m sorry that sounds like a really tough year. I hope you get to take your much-needed break soon, you deserve it! ❤

[@alice951996]

So happy for you Paige!! This is really the best time in your life to do it and that’s really brave 🎉 you deserve it! Can’t wait for the travel vlogs!

[@violetamihai7613]

I think the timing is perfect! Have fun!

[@Jazzicle]

Amazing Paige! Congratulations! I live in South East Queensland, really hope you enjoy your time in our beautiful country!

[@hansanaik3835]

Solo travel is amazing. I have solo travelled in the US, Canada, UK, France and Germany over the years. Good luck and enjoy your travel.

[@JuliaCXCLV]

You honestly are so inspiring! Thank you for sharing your life

[@marionrjj4234]

hey Paige!! So happy for you, I’ve done the same thing last year solo for 6 months in South and Central America and loved it so so much! Welcome to backpacking life 🎉 (and good luck I might had haha)

[@RM_Trade_Co]

Enjoy! I recently went travelling for 3 months after I qualified as an ACA back in August/September. Best decision I made, you won't regret taking a sabbatical to travel.

[@PaigeY]

Amazing! And congratulations on your recent qualification

[@IfYouSeeCait]

Have fun travelling, Paige! 🩷

[@silvialogan9226]

Paige, it is great that you are taking a break and travelling the world. It is very well-deserved since you worked hard for seven years first at University and at your Actuary job.

[@hpalmer9163]

Yay !! 🎉 SO pleased you're coming to New Zealand come to the Top of the South Island !!

[@terricraig616]

Yayyyyy hi from New Zealand!! So excited for you

[@CHEEKYSTEPHY]

Safe travels and stay safe Paige! You deserve this break happy new year Paige! ❤

[@arnita_sur]

Enjoy your trip, Paige❤ Stay safe. Looking forward to the travel content.

[@FunkyChild718]

Southeast Asia is so fun, you're going to love it.

[@sarahjane4677]

How exciting! Sounds like a great plan!

[@davidcteviotdale4000]

After qualifying recently and studying for the last SO MANY years, this is such a good idea and well deserved. Make the most of it and enjoy the experience 😍🙌🏻🙌🏻.

[@jamesramsey7159]

Be safe 😊

[@RandomlyAndrogynousFox]

Well deserved break! And it’s definitely better to take break then burn out!

[@my7314]

You’ll love it! Well done for having the courage to make the decision. Let me know if you need any travel tips for Melbourne

[@st4845]

Hello from Japan! I hope your journey will be fullfilling ! I’m also planning to take sabbatical leave next year for two years. I’m going to London where my wife currently lives , and study English, have job experience in finance/ accounting hopefully. I feel a bit nervous about stopping career but also excited about new experiences. South East Asian countries are beautiful and people are warm, so you’ll have great experiences! If you have time, I recommend visiting Japan as well! We have nice food, culture and nature. Satoshi

[@PaigeY]

Thanks for your comment and all the best for your travels - London is an exciting city! Get yourself to some West End shows!

[@LukePryor]

That's awesome to hear - I can't wait to see you explore my own home country New Zealand. I would say for summer time for Aus/NZ is Jan/Feb - March-May is Autumnish weather, otherwise can't wait to see the vlogs :)

[@bellsfs]

OMG YAYYYY!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!! I just went to a solo trip for a month (an exchange program to practice English in Malta) and it honestly changed my life! It wasn't a long trip like yours (i couldn't stay longer bc of my job) but I'm sure you'll come back as a whole new person, just wait and see! I'm SO excited to watch your travel vlogs oh my!!! Lol I'm honestly so so happy for you, this is the right time for sure. Go girl!!!!! 🩷🩷🩷

[@emma3mm448]

Can’t wait to watch your journey 😊

[@DoctoralCollegeDebs]

Congratulations. Enjoy your new adventure.

[@farahaslam9224]

I'm taking my sabbatical from January 2025 to August 2025 too! Around 7 months! I'm 28 so spent the last 10 years in Uni and jobs, plus 2 years of covid god

[@PaigeY]

Love it, have the best time! Covid really was an inconvenience 😅

[@nbrah26]

This will be a wonderful experience for you! And 6 months away from work is no big deal in the span of a career as you said. After I finished my university degree and MBA (which I was doing while working) in the US I moved to London and traveled all over Europe. Some unforgettable memories from that time! I feel I gained a lot of confidence in myself in that time and learned how to handle things independently. Useful life skills!

[@hannahbox-saayman3580]

Sounds amazing Paige! I think its a great idea 😊

[@anupamaa8724]

All the best Paige❤

[@mariapaula5344]

That's so cool!! Have fun

[@onehumanfromearth5063]

Enjoy your holiday. A balanced approach to managing the work aspect too. More of an observation than a tip but I think everyone gets the travel wobbles. The omg why did I leave my comfy home and routine feeling at some point. Phone home, do something that brings comfort, breathe, take timeout out and listen to your instincts about people and places. If you don't like something about your travel plans or people change it! The organised travel support is a good way to ease into travelling. Remember you're still in charge of your travel experience and don't be shy about changing stuff to suit yourself like extending or shortening trips . Congratulations. In Australia it'll be hotter than you think - hydrate (have some electrolytes available too) and use sun protection like hats and sunscreen.

[@koozeg]

lol why did i immediately think "south east asia and australia" straight away? All British people have seen of europe is hotel pools in Tenerife but they're quick to get across the globe to travel

[@2Mishule2]

Enjoy it!

[@CC-go4jy]

Wow so exciting and so brave! Looking forward to the travel content. What will happen with the house that you rent in Cambridge?

[@des1nteress3]

Good for you! I've actually been saving up myself to travel. Sadly my work won't allow unpaid leave, but excited nonetheless. Sometimes we just have to travel the world. I'm going with Ultimate travels in Australia before venturing out myself on the west coast. During Black Friday they offer huge discounts.

[@PaigeY]

Have fun! I’ve heard good things about the west coast although sadly I’m not going to be able to squeeze it in to my trip

[@PetraMaruna]

Congratulations !!! 😃😃

[@Dr_Analise]

So proud of you😊❤

[@fionad5721]

Good luck Paige!

[@UtubeRevs]

Hey, Paige. Well done in your plans for travelling. My wife and i are considering similar options. Although, we have mortgage to handle. We are in Melbourne Australia. Could i recommend (and i say this honestly) Skip Australia. The price of things is outrageous and natural wonders are a far distance from each other. It is not cheap at all here. New Zealand is stunning and a compact place where you can see a lot of it, so i would recommend NZ. Keep in mind that flights to and from Australia are not cheap. I’d recommend you do SEA and NZ maybe some east or South Asia as well. I hope you enjoy your trip, whatever you decide and have fun documenting it. :)

[@SanjoHo]

I finished university in June. After that I worked for 3 months and in September I went to New Zealand where I am currently at. All by myself. First time solo traveling and outside Europe. Jet lag is a thing, but once you are here it will be the time of your life! I recommend you to not plan too much in advance. Unfortunately 1 month is not so much for NZ. Consider staying longer here because you don't want to just rush through the touristic spots. I met so many people from all corners of the world. Most travelers in NZ are german, french and british. Talk to people! They are all friendly and you get easily in contact with anybody. Hostels are great, but some are expensive. Think about staying at campsites in a campervan too for some time. You will see much more if you have a car in NZ. And don't stay too long in cities. They are not a highlight here.

[@PaigeY]

Wow congrats on taking the plunge, sounds amazing! Yes once I’ve started planning my trip 6 months really does not feel long enough to cram everything in! Thanks for all the tips. Very much looking forward to the NZ scenery.

[@DaleClaassen]

A sabbatical sounds like a great plan. I'd recommend reaching out to someone called Sol Hyde. He's a new creator who is leading the space of people in their 20s taking time off work to focus on personal growth. I've been in the UK for 12 years, became a citizen in 2024 after also it feels 10 years of exams (school, uni and I also completed my tax exams at a Big 4 firm) before taking medical time off due to burnout and depression. Sol gave me the push to make the right choice and I have no regrets. Wishing you a great 6 months off travelling! Enjoy

[@SibelVibeke]

Have fun :) You will make lifetime memories.

[@giordana94]

I'm so excited and Happy about you journey🎉 i've been following you since Cambridge time... I've never been able to leave for a journey like that After graduation! Go for me too❤️

[@philippamuir332]

I am quite a bit older than you but I absolutely love Australia and I have now been to Australia on 3 occasions the first being 20 years ago to Sydney where I stayed for 4 weeks with family but I have recently been to Adelaide and perth and would go back to Australia in a heartbeat

[@dozer4065]

Great Idea.6 months is no time at all measured against a lifetime of work. Living in Australia and having travelled several times in NZ, I am sure you will enjoy the experience. Alot of Britons do these tours. Don't forget to chat to a few Aussies and Kiwis along the way once you master their accents.

[@RosieMatthew-b2x]

^ a lot

[@meomimeles6214]

Hello Paige, watching you from your first year in Cambridge, the break away from all of the years of hard work to expand your knowledge while traveling is sure deserved. Love to know that you are planning to visit our beautiful country Vietnam, maybe I might be lucky enough to say hi to you if you are visiting the capital city, Hanoi ☺. Also, personal info, recommend you to check out Chestnut Travel if you are looking for support while traveling in the northern region 😉

[@kippen64]

Your plans for Australia sound very sensible. I'm Australian.

[@mazybee9149]

Well done 🎉🎉 I'm in a similar situation and wondering about this too

[@opollitico]

What an amazing opportunity !!

[@philippamuir332]

Also you live in a house and if your roof suddenly starts leaking the cost of a roofer is quite expensive so whilst it's nice that you want to go and see a bit of the world but keep some savings back for any major repairs. As I said I have been to Australia a few times but I don't own a property so if there are any major repairs I don't have to pay for the repairs

[@flawlesly8502]

So exciting❤🎉

[@howmuchIearned]

Looking forward for your travel vlogs

[@henrydiao2172]

OMG you are coming to Australia, been watching your video since i was 13!!! and now im a uni student in Sydney. You gonna love this city so much!!! cannot wait to watch your vlogs in Sydney, and wish i could see you in person!! your videos supported me so much.

[@PaigeY]

Haha can’t WAIT to see Sydney!! Gonna be in full-on tourist mode

[@-pebarbi-5097]

I believe Holly Gabrielle has done a very similar (maybe even the same) trip in Australia, and has backpacked in Asia as well, so it might be helpful to check her videos out! 🥰

[@LevLandau3]

In your travels I hope you reflect on what brings meaning and purpose into life. What creates those moments so you can have more of them. What is love in the broadest sense and if love is ultimately rooted in God. Safe travels

[@annikaa.3854]

This is so cool!!

[@nadiaroumane1789]

You should do the kiwi experience bus in NZ! I absolutely loved it. Will you be renting out your house while you're gone?

[@aseg1827]

good decision! wish you the best time, how exciting! prioritize yourself over work, I can tell from live experiences that less than 6 months would be too short =P

[@sam_enginex]

Lol this video just gave me an extra motivation to actually travel. I've been thinking and researching this for months now and looking at different cultures and where am most likely to fit in etc. I wanna travel solo as well but my biggest fear is just being a loner in a new place. Luckily for me I have a remote job that is really flexible in terms of working hours and honestly quite chilled so I can pretty much travel and work wherever I go. I wish you all the best on your travel Paige, enjoy and looking forward to the travel content!

[@PaigeY]

Yess go for it, sounds like the perfect time for you with a flexible job! I am sure you will meet people wherever you go.

[@sylwester9761]

I just left my job. Hope it was a good decision and I'll do as much as I can with the time I have.🎉 "Burnout is real" you say. 🤔 Yes it is because that's exactly what happened to me this Christmas.

[@elenaiozzo5110]

So so so happy for you! Actually it made me a little tearful watching you being excited for this trip after all those years of studying! All the best x I've been following since the Cambridge days, love from Rome xxx

[@PaigeY]

Ah thank you so much. And it makes me emotional hearing people have followed me for so long!

[@Evolutiontweaked]

Aren’t we enough friends right here?? Kidding 😅 To Paige’s mother, pls write a book on how to raise these amazing people who are so confident and independent and love life. You and your husband did such an Amazing job. What are the top things to do when raising children to nurture confidence and independence?

[@TK-ux5du]

Definitely an overdue and well-deserved break. Have fun 😊