Why Bradford on Avon should be your next UK break
A weekend in Bradford on Avon, exploring one of the prettiest towns in England, plus historic Lacock, wonderful walks and an ancient castle. A perfect off the beaten track break.
12 Hours in Woodbridge, Suffolk
A day exploring Woodbridge, Suffolk – from Anglo Saxon burial grounds to Tudor manor houses to a working tide mill. This market town is a great option for a day trip or staycation.
Stonehenge – The Stone Circle Experience
A magical experience visiting Stonehenge after hours for a unique tour amongst the stones.
2 days on the north Norfolk coast: An Itinerary
A perfect 2 day itinerary on the North Norfolk coast – from history and windmills to villages and beaches, it’s the perfect staycation option.
The Lake District: A Guide to hiking Loughrigg Fell
A guide to hiking Loughrigg Fell – a perfect half day trip from Windermere, Ambleside or Grasmere with amazing views out across the Lake District
Visiting Blickling Hall, Anne Boleyn’s birthplace
A trip to Anne Boleyn’s birthplace, Blickling Estate. Read on to find out more about this wonderful house, gardens and church with a difference!
5 of the best History museums in New York City
A guide to 5 of my favourite history museums in New York, all well worth a visit if you’re in the Big Apple.
A Guide to visiting St Paul’s Cathedral
A guide to visiting the most famous church in England – St Paul’s Cathedral. Read on to find out more about its rich history, beautiful interior and spectacular dome!
2 nights at Cley Windmill – A review
What’s it like to stay in an English windmill?! Absolutely amazing is my answer, and you can read all about it in this blog post!
The Lake District: A 2 day windermere itinerary
A perfect 2 day itinerary to take in the main sights around Lake Windermere, in the stunning English Lake District.
A review of Sugar Beach Hotel, St Lucia
A review of the amazing Sugar Beach Hotel, St Lucia – a true paradise if you’re looking for somewhere special to stay in the Caribbean.
12 hours in Long Melford, Suffolk
A day in the English countryside visiting historic manor houses and enjoying long walks and picture perfect houses in Long Melford, Suffolk.
10 reasons to visit Peterborough, England
Peterborough – is it really deserving of its bad reputation? I don’t think so; it has lots of history, nature and fun activities to enjoy. Read on to find out more.
Visiting the WW2 Codebreakers at Bletchley Park
A visit to Bletchley Park – home to the incredible men and women who worked here during WW2 to crack codes and gain intelligence that would change the course of the world forever.
The Lake District: Discovering Ullswater
A day discovering the sights around Ullswater, in the Lake District. A stunning part of England, this part of the country is really worth discovering as it’s absolutely beautiful.
The Suffolk Coast – A perfect 2 day itinerary
A perfect 2 day itinerary for exploring the beautiful Suffolk coastline – full of beaches, history, wildlife and wonderful walks. Read on to find out more.
The Lake District: A guide to hiking Old Man Coniston
A guide to hiking Old Man Coniston via Dow Crag, Buck Pike and Brown Pike. An incredibly scenic walk – but boy do you have to work for it! Read on to find out more.
The Peak District: 2 days in Bakewell
A beautiful weekend in Bakewell, The Peak District – one of the most picturesque places in England. Read on to find out more.
6 of Rutland’s Prettiest villages
Exploring one of England’s smallest counties to discover some of Rutland’s prettiest cottages – read on for lots of thatched and beautiful houses.
The Peak District: a Day in Castleton
A guide to Castleton, one of the Peak District’s most beautiful villages – from spectacular hikes to ancient history, this beautiful place is not to be missed!
Knebworth House, a perfect UK day Trip
Knebworth House makes a perfect day trip from London, Oxford or Cambridge – with beautiful grounds, a stunning house and lots of fun things to do, it’s definitely worth a visit.
3 days in Budapest – An Itinerary
Budapest – a city of two halves, a city with a rich and complex history, and a city which stole my heart. Read on to discover a perfect itinerary for 3 days in this magical city.
12 hours in Melbourne, Derbyshire
12 hours exploring Melbourne, Derbyshire with all its history, beautiful houses and picturesque views.
A day trip to Acinipo and Setenil de las Bodegas, Spain
A day trip from Ronda to the cliff top town of Setenil de las Bodegas, Roman Ronda (Acinipo) and some 30,000 year old rock drawings at La Pileta Cave.
2 days in Berlin – The Perfect Itinerary
Amazing, wonderful, lovely Berlin. A city that’s so easy to fall in love with and has so much to offer, from great museums to beautiful sites to interesting history. Read on to find out more.
A weekend in Rutland – England’s smallest county
A weekend getaway to England’s smallest county, Rutland. Full of charming countryside and pretty villages, it’s the perfect ‘slow travel’ destination. Read on to find out more.
5 day trips from Valletta, Malta
If you’re visiting Malta, then here are 5 great ideas for day trips to explore more of this beautiful island nation.
8 of the prettiest villages in Cambridgeshire
A guide to some of the prettiest villages in Cambridgeshire, all worth a visit if you’re wanting to discover more of rural England and get off the tourist trail.
The Perfect 1 week Amalfi Coast Itinerary
A week long road trip to the Amalfi Coast, including Pompeii, Sorrento, Herculaneum, Mount Vesuvius, Capri, Amalfi, Positano and Ravello. Stunning views and great food aplenty!
A Review of the Viceroy, Bali
A review of one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in – The Viceroy Bali. Truly special for its location, villas and food, it’s an amazing choice for a stay in Ubud.
6 things to do in Ronda, Spain
Ronda is a magical mountain top city with Roman, Moorish and modern history – from ancient bridges, to famous bullrings and sweeping views, Ronda is a great option for a weekend break.
Impressions of the Lower East Side, NYC
When visiting NYC, it’s nice to get a bit off the tourist track of Midtown and discover other areas this amazing city has to offer. The Lower East Side felt special, full of history, culture and great food – read on to find out more.
Why you should visit Berlin’s Olympic Stadium
Exploring the Olympic stadium in Berlin – from it’s original Nazi history, to Usain Bolt’s world record and Hertha Berlin’s training ground, it’s the perfect option for a half day trip from the capital.
Visiting Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
A moving day visiting Sachsenhausen concentration camp – the first major camp in Germany set up by the Nazi regime.
10 things to do in Bergen, Norway
Beautiful Bergen is a Norwegian fjord city on the southwest coast. It’s perfect for a weekend break to discover the incredible scenery of the area. Here are 10 ideas for things to do whilst in the city.
Visiting Murano on a day trip from Venice
A day trip to the glass blowing centre of Europe – Murano. A small island a short Vaparetto ride from Venice which is well worth a visit to learn more about the historic tradition.
Venice – a perfect 2 day Itinerary
A long weekend in Venice exploring the canals, palaces, churches and food that this amazing historic city has to offer.
5 things to do in Sorrento, Italy
A day exploring the pretty town of Sorrento, including lemon groves, historic churches and beautiful marina views.
A guide to visiting Herculaneum, Italy
A guide to visiting the archaeological site of Herculaneum, destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79, like its sister town of Pompeii. Herculaneum is smaller, but beautifully preserved and perfect for a half day trip.
A Day in Ravello, Minori & Maiori
An authentic day on the Amalfi coast, away from the main tourist path – visiting Ravello, Minori and Maiori with amazing clifftop gardens and quaint streets to explore.
A day in Positano & Amalfi
A day trip to visit two gems on the Amalfi Coast – Amalfi itself and beautiful Positano, home to jaw dropping clifftop towns and one of the most scenic places in Europe.
A day on Suomenlinna Island, Finland
A day exploring a snowy Suomenlinna island in Finland – once a military fortress, now an amazing UNESCO world heritage site and the perfect place to learn more about Finland’s history as well as enjoy incredible views.
A Winter weekend in Helsinki
10 things to do during a winter weekend in Helsinki. From cathedrals and museums to flying cinemas and markets, this capital has a lot to offer in a short space of time.
8 reasons to visit Oxford, England
The city of dreaming spires, Oxford, is a true gem set in the heart of England. Here are my highlights of a visit, including the historic university, beautiful libraries and wonderful views.
Travel Challenge – 10 photos in 10 days
An attempt at the 10 travel photos in 10 days challenge – I hope you enjoy my selection of travel experiences captured in photos. Can you guess where number 1 is?
An overnight stay at Leeds Castle
A night pretending to be a Queen at the historic Leeds castle. Take in the history, the stunning grounds and the beautiful surrounding area. Read on to find out more about staying here!
A guide to visiting Potsdam, Germany
A guide to a day in Potsdam – an historic city home to Sanssouci Palace, WW2 landmark locations and another Brandenburg Gate.
Exploring Cambridgeshire in 14 walks
Exploring the countryside in and around Cambridge is well worth it, especially if you have along weekend in the city. Read on to find Instagram worthy English cottages, countryside and pubs.
2 days in the Wachau Valley, Austria
2 days exploring the stunning region of the Wachau Valley in Austria – from cycling along the Danube, to wine tasting in the sunshine, and visiting medieval castles and abbeys – this area of Europe is well worth your time.
A weekend in Vienna
Austria’s capital city is known for its artistic and cultural heritage – shaped by residents like Mozart, Beethoven and Freud, and it’s the perfect weekend break destination.
Washington DC – Beyond the National Mall
If you’re visiting Washington for more than a couple of days, then you might want to explore beyond the main attractions of the National Mall. Here is my guide to the top 5 things to do slightly further afield.
10 things to do in Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg, Austria – home to Mozart, The Sound of Music and epic mountain views. This post covers 10 things to do in Salzburg from ancient castles, to beautiful walks and even a visit to Hitler’s mountain retreat.
Lincoln – A perfect UK city Break
Lincoln is often overlooked as an English city break destination – but with a beautiful castle and cathedral, plus winding streets and lots of history, it really is worth adding to your list. Read on to find out more.
A Guide to Eagle’s Nest – Hitler’s Mountain Retreat
A guide to visiting the stunning beautiful region of Obersalzberg, home to wonderful mountain views and Hitler’s mountain retreat – the Eagle’s Nest. A unique, once in a life time experience.
20 things to do in Berlin
Berlin is an incredible city with so much history, beautiful architecture and lots of tasty food. It’s the perfect weekend break destination, though you could easily spend a week here!
2 days in Washington DC – a First timer’s Itinerary
A guide to spending 2 days in Washington DC to take in all of the sights in the National Mall area, including monuments, museums and the Capitol building.
5 things to do in St Albans, England
A day in St Albans, full of history from Roman to Norman to Tudor times. Explore the house of a young Queen Elizabeth, visit an ancient cathedral and see a surviving Roman mosaic on a day trip to this interesting city.
The Isle of Wight – 5 of the best circular walking routes
One of the nicest things to do on the Isle of Wight is to take in its natural beauty by exploring on foot. Picture perfect beaches, rolling English fields and stunning stately homes await on this selection of walking routes.
12 hours in Greenwich, London
Are you looking for something fun to do in London? If so then Greenwich could be for you – explore London’s Maritime History, as well as stand across the Prime Meridian line where East meets West.
Exploring the Isle of Wight – 15 things to do
Have you ever heard of the Isle of Wight? If you’re looking for rolling English countryside, a selection of beaches, stately homes and castles – then this island could be for you. Read on to find out more.
Visiting Shakespeare in Stratford-Upon-Avon
A day exploring Stratford upon Avon, home to one of the world’s most famous playwrights – William Shakespeare.
The Heart of The Cotswolds – A perfect itinerary
The perfect itinerary for a long weekend in the Cotswolds, one of England’s most famous areas, full of stunning villages and beautiful English countryside.
A day in & around Kensington, London
A guide to a busy day in and around Kensington, London – including Hyde Park, The Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Palace and Gardens and even visiting Sherlock Holmes. Read on to find out more.
3 days in Atlanta – An Itinerary
An itinerary for 3 days in Atlanta – a city with such rich history and vibrant present. From civil rights, to civil war, from street art to Coca Cola, Atlanta has so much to offer. Read on to find out more.
A day trip to Wells-next-the-sea, Norfolk
A day trip to Wells – a pretty English coastal town with beautiful beaches, cute beach huts, a vast country estate and a light railway to enjoy. The perfect day out (unless you choose to walk it all like we did!)
A day in Suffolk exploring the ‘prettiest village in England’
A day spent in central Suffolk exploring beautiful Bury St Edmunds with its houses built in to old monasteries, and stunning Lavenham – home to Harry Potter’s house and often titled the prettiest village in England.
5 reasons you should add Chattanooga to your USA Bucket List
Chattanooga is constantly voted one of the best places to live in the USA and I can see why – from amazing nature to a vibrant Downtown – it really is a place worthy of a spot on the USA bucket list.
5 reasons to visit Ely, England
A day exploring Ely, the isle of eels, in Cambridgeshire. If you’re in England this city has an amazing Cathedral, lovely boutique shops, a pretty riverside and lots of English history. Perfect if you’re looking for a day trip in England!
12 hours in Market Bosworth, England
Market Bosworth is a pretty little town in the Midlands, and the perfect place for a day trip. Discover the history of the War of the Roses, some lovely local walks and even ride on a traditional English steam train or canal boat!
2 Days in London – An Itinerary for First Timers
Not sure where to start on your visit to London? If you just have a few days, here’s some ideas for an itinerary that covers most of the main sites at a good pace, including The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Further posts will follow for other things to do in London if you have more time in the City!
Rotterdam – A Two Day Itinerary
Often overlooked for the its more famous neighbour Amsterdam, Rotterdam deserves more credit – this 2 day itinerary is perfect for taking in the main sights and is a lovely way to spend a weekend!
Windmill chasing in The Netherlands
The Netherlands is known for its iconic windmills, and where better to see them than on a day trip to Kinderdijk – home to 19 original 18th century windmills.
7 things to do in Chelsea, NYC
Do you want to experience a bathtub of gin? What about playing golf over the Hudson River? Or even an epic brunch followed by a stroll through outdoor art pieces with views of the New York skyline? If so, then artsy Chelsea could be for you. Read on to find out more.
New York – the perfect 2 day itinerary (for a first time visitor)
If you’re a first time visitor to New York, the choices of what to do can be overwhelming. This post gives a great first time visitor itinerary with a core 2 days and recommended extensions if you have longer in this incredible city.
24 hours in Gdansk
How to spend 24 hours on a whistle stop tour of the main sites in Gdansk – a historic city on the northern Baltic coast of Poland.
20 must visit attractions in Budapest, Hungary
20 must do things in Budapest, Hungary – a beautiful city with a rich history which should be on any European must see list.
22 things to do in Cambridge, England
A guide to my local city – Cambridge. From ancient universities to river trips and copious amounts of gin, it’s a great English city which is perfect for a weekend break.
The Alhambra and beyond – a weekend in Granada
Granada is a southern Spanish gem, home to the World Heritage Site of the Alhambra with its stunning Moorish fort and beautiful gardens. It’s a beautiful city and perfect for a weekend break.
Tallinn – beyond the old town
If you have more than a weekend in Tallinn, then exploring beyond the charms of the old town is a must. There’s everything from beaches, to baroque palaces to Cold War prisons. Read on to find out more.
10 things to do in Tallinn’s old town
Tallinn – the magical capital city of Estonia and perfect if you want to combine beautiful views, great food and charming buildings with learning about the country’s rich and complex history.
12 hours in Naples
Do you want to discover the birth place of pizza? If so, then Naples might be a good pick for you. It’s busy and loud and not as polished as some other places in Italy, but it’s well worth a visit and there’s lots to do there. Read on to find out more.
10 things to do in Seville
Seville is an amazing city with great weather all year round – perfect for a city break at any time of year. Read on to discover 10 things you can do when you visit.
Palaces and Game of Thrones – 2 day trips from Cordoba
Do you want to visit a Game of Thrones Castle? Or an ancient city? If so, then these 2 day trips could be for you – read on to find out more.
2 days in Prague
A weekend exploring Prague – from the famous bridge, to ancient castles, to historical museums and beautiful views. Read on to find out more about this 4th most visited city in Europe.
A weekend in Cordoba
Cordoba is a lovely city in the south of Spain, with a rich history running from Roman to Islamic to modern times. Read on to find out more about The Mezquita, The Alcazar and the Flamenco!
What to see in Capri, Italy
Capri is a playground for the mega rich and famous. I am neither, but enjoyed 24 hours on the island exploring the rugged coastline and high end shops and restaurants pretending I was! Read on to find out more about Capri, Italy.
Enter the volcano – a guide to hiking up Mount Vesuvius
Have you ever been to an active volcano and looked in to the crater? You can do that at Vesuvius, the famous volcano which erupted and destroyed the Roman city of Pompeii. Hopefully this guide will help you plan your visit!
A guide to visiting Pompeii
Are you wanting to find out more about visiting Pompeii? If so this guide is for you – covering how to get there, whether to have a guide or explore alone and the best sites to see. Read on to find out more…
Port wine and Fado in Porto
Discovering copious amounts of port wine, the Portugese tradition of Fado, and lots of beautiful river views in Porto. Read on if you want to find out more.
5 things to do in Coimbra, Portugal
A trip to Coimbra, Portugal to discover ancient universities, Roman houses and pretty river cruises. Read on to find out more.
A safari break in the Moremi Game Reserve
A slice of peace and serenity in this busy world; getting away from it all and watching amazing animals in their natural habitat is often a once in a lifetime experience. Read on to find out about our safari in Botswana.
5 highlights of a visit to Madeira
Do you want a beautiful warm climate? A short flight from the UK? Some amazing walks with epic cliff views? AND a ride at 30mph down a hill in a wicker basket? If the answer is yes then a trip to Madeira may well be the right choice for you!
Visiting The Pudding Club
A weekend trip to The Pudding Club to stuff our faces on 7 different traditional English desserts. Then some lovely Cotswolds walks the next day to make a weekend of it (and burn off some of those pudding calories!)….Perfect.
Penguins in the Cape Peninsula
A day trip around the Cape Peninsula – from Hout Bay to the penguins at Boulder’s Beach right down to Cape Point. Epic scenery and the best penguins ever make this a must do trip! Read on to find out more.
5 reasons to visit Mauritius
Is Mauritius more than just beaches? Definitely! Read on to explore other reasons why this Indian Ocean packs a punch – from its hiking routes, to its alcohol, to its National Parks. Oh and the beaches aren’t too bad either….
Visiting the South African winelands
Do you like wine? If the answer to that question is yes then this day trip is most definitely for you. Read on to discover my favourite South African winelands locations!
How to visit Cape Town in 2 days
A guide to spending 2 days in Cape Town – from the peak of Table Mountain to the former township of Bo-Kaap and exploring the history of slavery. This modern, vibrant city has so much to offer – read on to find out more.
A weekend at Chobe Game Lodge
A weekend on safari at the incredible Chobe Game Lodge – a place to marvel in nature’s wonders and get up close to the Big 5!
A visit to Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls are a bucket list item. These epic falls are located on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia and their breathtaking impact isn’t done justice on camera. You can walk, boat, fly, or even swim the Falls (if you’re a real adventurer). Read on for my guide to visiting the Falls.
A weekend in York
A weekend in York exploring the rich history if this city – from Roman times, to the Vikings, to the Wars of the Roses. There are also great tea rooms, nice walks and amazing architecture. Just a shame it was raining….
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