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.
15 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.
Exploring 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.
A Day 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….
Fairytale castles on the Rhine – A day in the Drachenfels
Do you want a day trip with a fairy tale castle, beautiful Rhine river views and all within an hour from major cities? If so, you’ve come to the right place – here’s a day visiting the Drachenfels.
A weekend in Cologne
Cologne is the 4th largest German city and home to Gothic cathedrals, some great beer halls, the river Rhine and a lovely old town. It makes for a perfect weekend break, so read on if you want to find out more.
A long weekend in Jersey – 8 things to do
A bank holiday weekend on the island of Jersey – a less visited area of the British Isles with stunning coastal walks, beaches that look like they could be in the Caribbean and castles galore!
Braga and Aveiro – 2 day trips from Porto, Portugal
Two day trips from Porto, including Roman celebrations, an ornate monastery and the Venice of Portugal!
7 of The best beaches in Jersey
Do you love deserted beaches? Do you like lots of beaches all a short distance away from each other? Do you want to find some in Europe? If so, then read on to find out more about the hidden gem of Jersey!
A guide to visiting the Osa Peninsula
Possibly the most relaxing and beautiful part of Costa Rica, the Osa Peninsular really packs a punch – from amazing wildlife to James Bond beaches – you can find it all here.
A day exploring Manuel Antonio National Park
Do you want to explore a bio diverse rainforest? Picture perfect beaches? If so, then a trip to Manuel Antonio in the west of Costa Rica may be for you. Read on to find out more!
5 days in Arenal and Monteverde
Are you a bit of an adrenaline junkie? Or do you just like a nice walk in beautiful rainforest? Either way, the Arenal and Monteverde areas are for you. Read on to find out more.
4 days at Poas Volcano and Tortuguero
Do you want to climb an active volcano? Do you want to spot crocodiles and sloths? If so, then Poas Volcano and the Tortuguero area may well be for you. Read on to find out more.
12 Hours in Norwich
A day trip to the English city of Norwich, exploring an historic Castle, beautiful Cathedral and eating world class food. Perfect if you’re looking for a day out in England.
A day trip to Delphi
If you’re looking for something to do whilst in Athens, Delphi really is the perfect day trip – epic mountain views, ancient ruins and shopping in mountain towns. Read on to find out more.
15 Must See Sites in Athens
Advice on what to see in 3 days exploring Athens’ ancient monuments, great museums and amazing views in this historic capital city.
A weekend in Lisbon – 10 things to do
2 days exploring the churches, castles, districts and food of Lisbon. A vibrant, fun and colourful city. Click on the picture above to find out more!
A day exploring Sintra, Portugal
A day exploring the main sites of Sintra, including Pena Palace, the Castle of the Moors and the National Palace. Click above to find out more!
3 days exploring Balestrand – Norway’s ‘most beautiful village’
2 days in one of Norway’s most scenic villages. Beautiful Balestrand is all about the fjords and mountains. Click on the picture above to discover more!
Norheimsund – A 3 day Itinerary
3 days in Norheimsund riding out on the fjords, hiking up glaciers and walking behind waterfalls! Click the picture above to find out more!
48 hours in Stavanger – 5 things to do
2 days in Stavanger exploring the town and day tripping to Pulpit Rock, one of the biggest tourist spots in Norway! Read on to find out more.
5 days in Ubud, Bali
The rumours of Bali being amazing are most definitely true! Read on to learn about my 5 days exploring Ubud, from temples to rice fields, to walks in the jungle.
2 days in Singapore
Enjoying a 2 day layover in Singapore to explore the Gardens by the Bay, Singapore River, history of the country and lots more. Click on the picture to find out more.
7 days in The Maldives
7 lazy days in the Maldives, enjoying beaches, private pools and relaxation – the epitome of luxury!
2 days in Doha
An unplanned 2 days in Doha, Qatar. My first visit to the Persian Gulf and to a city that felt very different to any other I’ve been to. Click the picture above to read the full post!
Valletta – A perfect 2 day itinerary
5 days in Valletta discovering ancient history, modern history, beautiful views and great day trips. Click on the image above to find out more!
5 Fun things to do in Lille
2 days in Lille enjoying a lot of crepes, patisserie and croissants!
3 days in Toronto
A short 3 days in Toronto, with a few ideas on things to do – including the CN tower, Niagara Falls and trains!
7 days in St Lucia
7 lazy days in The Caribbean, centred around relaxation, food and rum. Perfect!
Castles, Hills and History – 5 things to do in Ludlow, England
Ludlow – an historic English market town with castles, manor houses, beautiful walks and tudor buildings. A great weekend destination. If you’re looking for somewhere to spend a weekend in England, you’d be hard pressed to beat here!
2 days in Nashville
2 days in Music City – long enough for concerts, Ice Hockey and historical buildings, but not as long as I’d have liked.
5 things to do in Milan
A quick whistlestop weekend tour in Milan. Read on for Cathedrals, shopping and actual cheese bars!
A weekend in Valencia – 10 things to do
A long weekend spent enjoying the sunshine, exploring historic architecture and eating lots of Paella!
Nuremberg – 5 reasons it’s my favourite German city
Nuremberg is home to ancient castles, beautiful rivers and buildings, and recent sobering history – home to the Nazi Party Rally Grounds and home of the Nuremberg Nazi war trials. This city really does have everything to offer – read on to find out more!
10 things to do in Brussels
Do you want to know the top 10 things to do in Brussels? Do you want to be able to fit them in to just 2 days? If so, then read on here to discover everything from the Grand Place to chocolate and waffles.
How to spend a weekend in Munich
A long weekend in Munich, visiting sites from an Olympic Stadium, to Nazi monuments, to royal palaces and beer halls.
How to spend 12 hours in Bruges
A day exploring the history and canals of Bruges….in the rain! From quaint views to ornate buildings, Bruges has it all. I also managed to avoid all the crowds…read on to find out more!
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