Category Archives: Europe

How to Spend the Best 48hrs in Bristol

How Spend the Best 48 Hours in Bristol, UK

With tons of my friends from university back in the UK having recently upped sticks and moved from London to Bristol – a growing city in the southwest of England – I really thought it was high time I went and checked out this exciting place that was stealing all my friends away from the […]

Ideal 3 Day Amsterdam Itinerary: 72hrs to See All the Highlight

72hrs in Amsterdam … on a Budget!

As you’ll know if you’ve read my post about the 50 best places to visit in Western Europe, I fell even more in love with the Dutch capital on my 3rd trip there and this Amsterdam itinerary will help you do the same! Visiting with my mum and dad this time (oh how things have […]

Top 10 Free Things to do in Amsterdam

Top 10 Free Things to do in Amsterdam

  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 […]

How to Visit the Channel Island of Jersey on a Budget

How to Visit Jersey on a Budget

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 country that certainly identifies more with its Northern Anglo neighbours, than its continental voisins (French for neighbour FYI!) As […]

Paris Pass Review: Is It Worth It?

Is the Paris Pass Worth It

  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 […]

Top 36 Things to Do in Jersey, inc 9 that are Free!

Top 36 Things to Do in Jersey

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” … […]

How to Visit Paris on a Budget: 7 Top Tips

How to Visit Paris on a Budget

  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 […]

Top 10 Free Things to Do in Paris

Top 10 Free Things to Do in Paris

  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 […]

My Superb Stay at St Christopher’s Inn, Paris

Our Superb Stay at St Christopher’s Inn, Paris

  If you’re heading off on a European city break this summer then trust me, when it comes to your accommodation, location is everything. Too far away and you’ll be spending way too much of your precious time travelling to and from all the great attractions and things you want to see. Too close, and […]

10 Unmissable Things To Do in Berlin On a Budget

10 Unmissable Things To Do in Berlin on a Budget

The capital of Germany, Berlin is well known for its festivals, techno-scene, creative start-up culture and trendy art and architecture. As such, it’s no surprise that the city is a favourite destination among budget travellers, backpackers in particular. Home to some of Germany’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Brandenburg Gate and Charlottenburg Palace, Berlin […]