Vilnius quietly gets on with being one of Europe’s most rewarding food cities. No hype, no queues that require military-grade patience, just genuinely good eating at reasonable prices. For a first time visit to the Lithuanian capital, food is one of the best things you can prioritise, whether you are here for a long weekend, […]
Category Archives: Europe
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Vilnius is one of those European cities that quietly wins you over. It is compact, characterful, and packed with historic buildings, great food, and a surprisingly relaxed vibe for a capital city. For good value travel, one day in Vilnius is a brilliant option because you can see a huge amount without spending a fortune. […]
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Visiting Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, often begins with a simple question. Is it worth visiting, especially if you are travelling on a budget? The answer is a confident yes. Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, is one of Europe’s most walkable and affordable capital cities, rewarding travellers who enjoy exploring on foot, discovering history through […]
Europe, UK, Western Europe
9 Best Areas to Stay in London: Local’s Guide to City’s Top Neighbourhoods
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As a middle-aged Brit who has spent years between travels bouncing in and out of London for work, and has now lived in this city full-time for 5 years, I get asked one question constantly… “Where is the best area to stay in London?” The honest answer is that it depends entirely on your trip! […]
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The Orangerie Schönbrunn is one of those places in Vienna that quietly surprises you. Tucked into the wider Schönbrunn Palace estate, it is far less talked about than the palace interiors or the Gloriette, yet it plays an essential role in understanding how this former imperial summer residence functioned, entertained and showed off its power. […]
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Spend a bit of time chatting to locals in Vienna and you will quickly learn an architectural quirk of the city. Balconies are surprisingly rare, especially in classic Altbau apartments. These elegant early 20th century buildings are famous for high ceilings and grand proportions, but not for outdoor space. Fresh air and far reaching views […]
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If you are planning a trip to Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace is one attraction that genuinely lives up to the hype. Grand, golden and gloriously over the top, this former imperial family summer residence of the Habsburgs is one of the most important cultural sites in Austria and a UNESCO World Heritage Site to boot. I’ve […]
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Walking the Camino de Santiago is a travel experience that sweeps you up, shakes you out and somehow settles you into a calmer version of yourself. It is a long distance walk through Spain, Portugal or France that blends ancient tradition with modern wandering. For many people, myself included, it becomes one of those journeys […]
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Walking the Camino de Santiago is one of those rare adventures that manages to be both deeply personal and delightfully communal. You spend your days following ancient yellow arrows, meeting pilgrims from every corner of the globe, and discovering just how little you actually need to get by. Packing for the Camino is less about […]
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If you’re keen to combine festive cheer with city sightseeing, one of the best Christmas markets to visit in Vienna is the market held in front of Schönbrunn Palace. It perfectly pairs imperial grandeur with winter magic and has become one of the city’s most popular festive stops. I mean, you can’t really visit Vienna […]