Category Archives: Europe

Complete Romania Packing List

The Ultimate Romania Packing List

It often feels like a forgotten corner of Europe, doesn’t it? But forget about Romania at your peril I say, because this country absolutely deserves a top spot on Europe’s travel map! And to help you plan your time there, I’m bringing you my complete packing list for this country. Kicking off with 10 great […]

Guide to Amsterdam Noord: The Hipster District You Have to Visit

Guide to Amsterdam Noord

Centrally located, culturally rich and effortlessly trendy, why oh why are we only just hearing about Amsterdam Noord?! Locals have been keeping the best district in the Dutch capital secret for a while, but thankfully for us international travellers, the cat is now out of the bag and I’m here to tell you that this […]

Nearest Beach to Amsterdam: Travel Guide to Zandvoort & Ijmuiden

Nearest Beach to Amsterdam

There’s no question that Amsterdam is one heck of an incredible city and that enjoying the museums, canals and galleries of the Dutch capital is a must for at least 2 days of your itinerary. But what if you’re looking to enjoy a slice of the seaside alongside this great city? Well, the fantastic news […]

10 Epic Europe Itineraries for Every Season & Budget!

10 Epic Europe Itineraries

First up, can I just say how exciting it is that you’re planning a European adventure! At least I hope you’re planning to travel Europe, because otherwise you’ve probably landed on the wrong post! And that’s because this article contains the top 10 Europe itineraries you need to take, alongside the best time and reason […]

13 Best Things to Do in Brno

13 Best Things to Do in Brno, Czechia

If you thought the Czech Republic was just about visiting Prague, then think again! This country is filled with many beautiful cities beyond its famous capital and most of them only receive a fraction of the tourists, making them ideal for absorbing a slice of real Czech culture. The perfect way to explore the country, […]

How to Travel from Prague to Brno

How to Travel from Prague to Brno

If you’re visiting the Czech Republic then it’s likely you’ll be hitting up the country’s mighty capital of Prague – a must-see destination in Europe. Known as the city of a hundred Spires, this UNESCO-listed Medieval gem is worth at least a couple of days of your travel itinerary as you stroll its cobbled streets, […]

Ski Trip Packing List: First Timer’s Guide

Ski Trip Packing List First Timer's Guide

It was for the first time this year, at the ripe old age of 37, that I finally tried my hand at skiing. Ok, well that’s not strictly true, I had once tried skiing as part of a school trip aged 11, but had such a horrific experience ploughing into and essentially mowing down one […]

Morzine Skiing: All You Need to Know to Plan your Perfect Trip

Morzine Skiing All You Need to Know

I went skiing in Morzine and I liked it! An adapted song lyric that I heard ringing around this French ski resort more than once, this Morzine mantra mostly seemed to emanate from the infamous Folie Douce – a bar notorious for its bench dancing, champagne cheering, cheesy pop fun brilliance. And, in a way, […]

Morzine Camping: Paid Sites, Refuge Network & Wild Camps

Morzine Camping

It’s a well-known skiing resort, in fact I’d argue it’s one of France’s best (learn why here), but did you know Morzine in the Alps is also an amazing spot to visit in the summer months? Awash with beautiful biking trails, alpine scenery, hiking opps and some pretty exceptional French charm thrown in for good […]