Planning a trip to the island of Gozo from Malta? Then it pays to know there are two ferry options and this article is going to tell you all about both of them! I highly recommend adding Gozo island to your Malta itinerary. This little gem is only a short ferry ride from the main […]
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Oct
Oct
“See how this clock has just one hand” points out Baroness de Piro, “that’s how you can tell it’s a traditional Maltese clock.” “Not until the 19th century did the Maltese create clocks with two hands. I think it’s something to do with our relaxed approach to time”, she remarks with a glint in her […]
Europe, SWITZERLAND, Western Europe
Wine, Walks and Warmth: A Weekend of Wonders in Switzerland’s Valais Region
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Sep
Sep
“Which language is easiest for you,” asks the lady behind the reception desk, “German, French, Italian or English?” English I reply sheeplshly, forever embarrassed by the poor school French and Spanish I can just about deploy to conjure up a basic sentence. “Great”, she says thrusting a key the size of my shoulder bag into […]
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Sep
Sep
When you think of Vienna, the images that typically come to mind are sumptuous Baroque architecture, grand boulevards, classical music and, perhaps, a delicious Wiener Schnitzel! However, there’s much more to this vibrant city than its rich cultural heritage and culinary delights. Because Vienna offers loads of opportunities for nature lovers to stay active and […]
13
Sep
Sep
Not known as one of the cheapest countries in the world, there’s no question Austria isn’t the usual destination budget travellers make a beeline for. Even less so, its capital, Vienna, which definitely has a reputation for its historic opulence and grandeur But fear not! There are many great things to do in Vienna for […]
02
Sep
Sep
It turns out there’s a lot that rhymes with Corfu. From the “sea that’s blue” to the “I’m here with you”, the list for trivial lyrics is almost as irrevocable as it is infinite when it comes to this Greek island. Or so it felt, as we drove around Corfu in our rental car discovering […]
30
Aug
Aug
If you’re planning a trip to Montenegro, both Podgorica and Kotor should be on your bucket list! The capital, Podgorica, is a hidden gem often overlooked by tourists, while Kotor (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is by far the most famous destination in Montenegro and a must-visit on any trip – even if only for […]
Europe, NETHERLANDS, Western Europe
Discovering the Freshness of Flevoland: A Trip to the Netherland’s Newest Province
15
Aug
Aug
Almere is the youngest and greenest city in the Netherlands and it instantly shows. As soon as I step off the train at the station (which takes me no more than 25 mins direct from Amsterdam Centraal), I find myself in a city that instantly feels like it has been perfectly designed for 21st century […]
08
Aug
Aug
There’s no question, discovering eSIMs earlier this year has been a game changer in my travel world! In fact, so enamoured was I with this incredible piece of travel tech, that it instantly shot into my top 3 travel gadgets (along with Water to Go Filter Bottles and Trtl Travel Pillows!) Simple to use, very […]
03
Aug
Aug
There is something magical about discovering an attraction not on the tourist map, one that doesn’t make the ‘top 10 things to do’ and doesn’t take you on to the beaten path with the rest of the tourist crowds, that still brings the real magic of travel alive. Which is why, if you are looking […]