Seriously, if there’s just one city you visit this year, or next year, or the year after, then make it Amsterdam. I’ve just got back from my 3rd trip to this glorious European capital, after a 10 year hiatus, and am delighted to say I found it even better than I remember. You know […]
Budget Travel Ideas, Travel Stories
25 Clear Signs You’re Still a Serial Budget Traveller … in your 30’s!
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Jun
Jun
Despite being 32 and no longer within the right demographic to be classed as a gap year backpacker, my budget travel background still hasn’t deserted me. However while I may now prefer a bit more privacy than an 8 bed dorm, even if that is only sleeping in a tent, there are certain behaviours […]
Budget Travel Ideas, Europe, UK, Western Europe
How to Visit the Channel Island of Jersey on a Budget
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Jun
Jun
Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands – a quaint part of the British Isles tucked quietly away by the northern French coast. Despite its proximity to mainland Europe, Jersey is an English-speaking, British pound-using destination, that certainly identifies more with its northern Anglo neighbours, than its continental voisins (French for neighbours FYI!) As […]
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Jun
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There’s no doubt that the Paris Pass – an all-in-one visitor card for travellers – is both a useful and easy way to explore the best of this amazing city. Granting visitors free access to over 60 attractions across the city, as well as hassle-free travel around Paris, the pass definitely has some very […]
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Jun
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Jersey, in the Channel Islands, is the most southerly part of Great Britain and also, officially, the sunniest! Known for its rural heritage, delightful, clean beaches, beautiful walking and fascinating history, the island has a quirky mix of English and French influences, which render it quite unique. Jersey also happens to be my “home” … […]
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Jun
Jun
You know what, visiting Paris never gets old. I firmly believe that no matter how many times you stay in this great city, there’s always something new and exciting to discover. Sadly however, this incredible city isn’t known for its affordability … which isn’t ideal for us budget travellers! Not one for being deterred […]
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Jun
Jun
Travel is one of the most rewarding experiences that you can have. It gives you the opportunity to explore new cultures, meet new people, and learn much more about yourself. One of the main barriers to travel however, is money. This barrier is both real and implied. It is real in the sense that […]
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Jun
Jun
Hindsight is such a wonderful thing isn’t it! It’s always very easy to look back on a situation and see the mistakes you made, but it’s not quite as easy to recognise them in the moment! This can be especially true when you’re travelling. Being surrounded by new things and new places, it can […]
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Jun
Jun
I’m currently sat typing this article at a long wooden kitchen table with a bunch of sunflowers next to me. In front is a set of large glass doors that open out onto a delicious green lawn adorned with more pot plants and colourful flowers than you can imagine. And beyond that, the trees […]
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Jun
Jun
The city of love, Paris is hard to surpass if you’re wanting to visit one of the world’s most iconic locations. From the Eiffel Tower to the Arc de Triomphe, the Latin Quarter to Sacre Coeur, Paris throbs with a rich cultural and architectural heritage that remains unmatched, even by many of the other […]