Category Archives: Destinations

Skip Tourist-Saturated Stonehenge, Ancient Avebury is the Ideal Antidote

Avebury, Wiltshire, UK

“Can you believe this place is older than Stonehenge?”, whispers our trusty guide, Steve. “It pre-dates it by almost 1000 years”, he adds reverently, laying his hands gently on the huge stone next to him, “so you’re standing on incredibly ancient and sacred land”. Where I’m standing is a glorious green field in Wiltshire. Behind […]

Top London Eye Facts + All You Need Know Before You Ride

London Eye

It’s hard to miss the London Eye when you’re exploring London! At a whopping 135m tall, this giant observation wheel sits right on the South Bank of the River Thames and offers one of the best views of the capital. Opened in 2000 as a temporary structure (spoiler: it wasn’t that temporary!) the London Eye […]

Lithuania’s Superb Spa Towns: Europe’s Underrated Wellness Destination

Lithuania Spa Towns

“You’ll find yourself yawning a lot,” says Ruta Kapacinskaite from the Birstonas tourism board, whose just welcomed us to thus Lithuanian spa town. “It’s because there’s so much oxygen here”, she goes on to explain, “the forest all around us, the lack of pollution, it’s means the atmosphere of Birstonas is super clean.” “In fact,” […]

Perfect Spring City Break: Krakow’s Culture & Cuisine Calls

Krakow Poland - Spring City Break

According to the Polish proverb “W marcu jak w garncu”, March in this country is a mixing pot. As our Krakow walking tour guide explains, it’s a month that involves a little bit of everything – especially when it comes to the weather. Standing in the blue skied Old Town of this Polish city, spring […]

Nile River Cruise Tours: Tips for the Best Cruises in Egypt

Nile River Cruise

Do you sometimes imagine yourself as the protagonist in a thrilling story? Perhaps stepping into Hercule Poirot’s shoes during his meticulous investigation in Agatha Christie’s classic “Death on the Nile,” or living the glamorous espionage of James Bond’s “The Spy Who Loved Me?” Then you must actually be dreaming of the majestic Nile in Egypt, […]

Sheffield City Break: 2 Fab Days in the UK’s Underrated City

Sheffield 2 Day City Break

If you’re planning a city break in Sheffield, and not quite sure what to expect from one of the UK’s most overlooked cities, look no further! Tucked away in South Yorkshire, this former steel city isn’t usually the first place that comes to mind when seeking a UK city break destination. But after just 48 […]

Hopping Onboard & Ticking Off: Bucket List Beauty on the Bernina Express

Bernina Express Bucket List

  It had been a very last minute decision. After all, must people plan their Bernina Express journey months in advance. And sensibly so, because as soon as tickets are released for this world-famous scenic train ride, they sell out, and fast! But luck of the travel blogger must have been with me, as much […]

Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Perfect Bernina Express Trip

Complete Guide for Catching the Bernina Express, Switzerland

There’s something effortlessly romantic about gliding through the Swiss Alps scenery that is hard to put into words. Crested mountain peaks peer down on flowing glaciers, as historic viaducts slide past in a glorious spectacle that feel like something out of a movie. And if you ask me, that’s what travel is all about! The […]

Top 10 Things to Do in Chur: Switzerland’s Oldest Town

Top Things to Do in Chur, Switzerland

The first things that surprises about Chur is the name. A small city found at the foot of the Swiss Alps, Chur is actually pronounced “Kour” if you’re up to speed on your standard German dialect. Confusing enough for a monoglot like me, but add in the local Grisonian German dialect, and suddenly the town […]

10 Best Restaurants to Try in Bratislava, Slovakia

Bratislava Restaurants

Are you planning a trip to the Slovakian capital and already wondering what will delight your taste buds?! Which are the best Bratislava restaurants to eat at, how much do they cost and where are they found? This article answers all! Food plays a vital role in Slovak culture, and you shouldn’t miss out on […]