Waliyah

My blog soft launch is under way - - “live your best life global”. Our goal is to help you travel luxe for less at less cost, stress and effort. We do a lot of planning and listing of resources, tips and hacks so you don’t have to. Itineraries and address books per cities loading Blog link in bio. We’ve got lots of exciting updates coming up soon. Comprehensive Rome guide out next wk. Paris and Ghana travel guides to follow this summer. New blog posts being added weekly.

Konichiwa. Another top destination on my wish list has to be Japan. Such a rich culture. I dream of cherry blossom trees, Geishas, tea ceremonies, karate, ornate kimonos & Obis and parasols. Tokyo, Kyoto, Mount Fuji and beyond. Bright lights, neon, ultra high tech cities, Harajuku girl fashion, anime, manga, hello kitty, samurais, teriyaki dishes ( ok we get enough of that at nobu and Zuma) so would like to try more dishes. Travel is about soaking up other worlds and the fascinating things they have to offer. Makeup by @ots_beauty with ( base) lips changed to the blow geisha pout by Tia on set. Ps: styling and creative direction by @ubuadi . A cool twist inspired by Japan. I love the book “ memoirs of a geisha” and anything striking so I was totally game. All I needed were chopsticks in my bun. Hopefully it won’t be seen as cultural appropriation, i respect and adore all cultures. Photo edit by @brielphotos . #japanfan #japanesefan #harajuku #kimono #culturefan #japantourist #tokyowish #tokyodrift

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Waliyah Abiola (@waliyahworldwide ) is an investment banking consultant and analyst with experience working across global financial institutions including JPMorgan, Calyon, and Barclays Capital, with a strong track record in financial markets, data, and business transformation. She will be speaking at Africa Day 2026 as a panelist on Building Beyond Borders, where she will share insights on how your business can scale across markets, unlock growth opportunities, and compete globally. This is not just a panel. It is a chance to: • Understand how your business can scale beyond borders. • Learn how strategy, innovation, and partnerships unlock growth. • Gain insights you can apply to grow and expand your business. Theme: Transforming Africa’s Business Landscape Date: Friday, 22nd May 2026 Time: 9:00 AM Venue: The Hall, Victoria Island, Lagos If you want to understand how your business can scale beyond local markets, you need to be at Africa Day. Register here : bit.ly/ArcadiaAfricaDay2026 For media inquiries and further information, please contact: Funbi Akinsanya 09134619903 #ArcadiaTvAfrica #ArcadiaAfricaDay2026

Not everything that looks like progress is actually meant for you. Sometimes we push forward so quickly that we ignore the signals telling us to pause. We convince ourselves something must be right simply because we want it to be. But real alignment doesn’t feel like constant doubt or depletion. It shows up with clarity, consistency and a sense of calm. Pay attention to what you’re receiving, not just what you’re giving. If something isn’t meeting you with the same energy, take a step back and reassess. #lybpl #mindfulliving #personalgrowth

I stepped into this year clear about the life I want to build and the purpose I want to serve. When someone triggers you, pause and look inward. Sometimes what bothers us in others is a reflection of something we desire but have not pursued yet. Instead of reacting, use that awareness as fuel. Let it guide you toward the life you truly want. Build a life around your purpose. Create systems that support your growth and not ego driven credibility markers. #growthhacks #growthmindset #personalgrowth #liveyourbestpersonallife #lybpl

A gentle reminder for today 🤍 It’s easy to get caught up in everyone else’s highlights. The celebrations, the milestones and the big moments we see online. But someone else’s timeline was never meant to be your measuring stick. Not everyone wants the same things. Not everyone is walking the same path and that’s perfectly okay. Your dreams, your pace and the things that light up your heart are yours for a reason. They don’t need to look like anyone else’s. Stay focused on what truly matters to you. Life moves quickly and your path deserves your full attention. Keep your eyes forward and honour the journey that is uniquely yours. #LYBPL #growthmindset #personalgrowth #personalgrowthcoach

Our very first “Live Your Best Life (LYBL) Real Talk” Soul Conversation. EP 1 - part 2 titled “ Audits & Accountability” - a Q1 2026 check in. How’s everyone doing? How’s the year gone so far. Adulting is intense, I’d much rather not pretend that it’s easy to juggle and manage. So I’ll be touching on various topics, tribulations and things - to see if I’m the only one out there for whom life is lifeing. I’ll also be sharing things that I’m doing to improve one’s life experience and generally co-existingworh everyone else on planet earth. It’s a 360 experience - not just travel as we cover on @lyblglobal but also living a life we don’t have to book an escape from, only to return to the same chaos when the holiday is over. I’ll be covering these topics on @liveyourbestpersonallife instead - wellbeing, psychology, continuous improvement and life optimisation. Stay tuned each weekend. Happy Women’s Day - there couldn’t be a more pertinent day to drop this. Note: Filmed in Dec 2025 and I almost posted this last week before the geopolitical turmoil. Prayers up for everyone affected. Ps: My LYBL Global ( my Travel enterprise) is now going personal. This is EP1 - Part 2 : “ Audits & Accountabilty”. Ps: The older we get the greater the mastery at energy and attention allocation, in accordance with the rarity and inestimable value of these resources. Shout out to the many amazing women i know who are great at managing and juggling all of these things. Share your time & life management tips for us below. Many of you are highly productive and even have kids and husbands in addition to demanding careers. ❤️ ps: I also touched on the disturbing trend of people shading and trolling others on IG as noticed by popular blogs and influencers. There must be something lacking in said trolls ( issues!) . Lead with positivity or scroll on.. it’s v sad esp for our community. Sending trolls love and I wish them better 😃.

Our very first “Live Your Best Life (LYBL) Real Talk” Soul Conversation. EP 1 - part 1 titled “ Audits & Accountability” - a Q1 2026 check in. How’s everyone doing? How’s the year gone so far. Adulting is intense, I’d much rather not pretend that it’s easy to juggle and manage. So I’ll be touching on various topics, tribulations and things - to see if I’m the only one out there for whom life is lifeing. I’ll also be sharing things that I’m doing to improve one’s life experience and generally co-existingworh everyone else on planet earth. It’s a 360 experience - not just travel as we cover on @lyblglobal but also living a life we don’t have to book an escape from, only to return to the same chaos when the holiday is over. I’ll be covering these topics on @liveyourbestpersonallife instead - wellbeing, psychology, continuous improvement and life optimisation. Stay tuned each weekend. Note: I’m holding our logo mug ( for my tea whilst I deliver the tea). I’ll be sure to move my fingers next time, so you can see it’s the same LYBL logo. Happy Women’s Day - there couldn’t be a more pertinent day to drop this. Note: Filmed in Dec 2025 and I almost posted this last week before the geopolitical turmoil. Prayers up for everyone affected.

Planning your 2026 travels? Don’t just pick a destination, pick the right month to get the most out of your trip. We’ve put together the full list of best travel months, tips and budget hacks so you can travel smart and save money along the way. Want a copy? DM “GUIDE” and get our full LYBL Travel Guide today. #lyblglobal #travelguide #travelsmart #traveltips #travel2026 #solotravels

Most vision boards show places. They don’t show pace, energy or how you want to feel when you get back. For 2026, think beyond destinations. Design your travel around rest, timing and intention. That’s what the LYBL way is about: better planning and travel that actually gives something back to you. If you want help building trips like this, our LYBL Travel Guide walks you through it step by step. DM “GUIDE” to get yours. Ps; this post was posted Jan 3 before this audio became over used. I asked the team to refine the post so this is a late repost. #lyblglobal #visionboard2026 #travelvisionboard #traveldestinations #traveltips #solotravels

The moment you land in New York, every Gossip Girl audio starts playing in your head. Some cities come with a soundtrack and NYC makes sure you hear it loud and clear. From the pace to the personalities, everything feels familiar even if it’s your first time. New York can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time, which is why planning matters. Knowing where to stay, how to move around and what areas fit your travel style makes all the difference. When the basics are sorted, you get to enjoy the city for what it is without stress. This is the kind of travel we focus on at Live Your Best Life. Thoughtful planning, good locations and trips that feel intentional from the moment you arrive. Follow @lyblglobal for travel guides, planning tips and destinations done properly. #newyork #newyorkcity #travelvlog #traveldestination #gossipgirl #lyblglobal #travelguides