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🇮🇹 A bit more Italy? I think so! After all,

🇮🇹 A bit more Italy?
I think so!

After all, who can’t fall in love with Puglia?

🗺 Confession: before my 8 days there, Italy never excited me. I didn’t get the hype.

But now… ok now I get the hype!

💥 That was probably largely down to the fact that I got to explore this amazing region with a set of locals care of @wandiscover_

👀 It always makes a huge difference when people in the know show you round a place. You instantly get a flavour it may otherwise take you ages to find.

😋 Well Puglia is big on the flavour, and to get you salivating, here’s my top 10 things to do in this epic region ⬇️

✨ Oh and @wandiscover_ are arranging an amazing week long trip to Tuscany next month too (with a special BWSP discount!) so stay tuned for that!

🌞 My Top 10 Things to Do in Puglia, Italy
… 📥 save for later…

1️⃣Try Pasta Making with the Locals in Bari
2️⃣Visit Matera in Neighbouring Basilicata
3️⃣Eat Fish in Gallipoli (and all the food in general everywhere!)
4️⃣Check out the Caves and Cliffs near San Foca
5️⃣Wander the Beauty that is the city of Lecce
6️⃣Make Your Own Ceramics at a Local Workshop
7️⃣Go Wine Tasting
8️⃣Hit the Beach
9️⃣Don’t Miss the white city of Ostuni (pictured here)
🔟Explore the iconic Itria Valley

Have you visited Puglia?
What was your fav thing to do there?
Hit me up in the comments below…

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#visititaly #visitpuglia #italy #puglia #italytrip #italytravel #italytravels #italytraveltips #italytourism #italytraveller #visitpuglianow #ostuni #ostunicittàbianca #ostunipuglia #ostunilacittàbianca #ostunicentrostorico #womenwhotravel

I get asked a lot what my number 1 budget travel t

I get asked a lot what my number 1 budget travel tip is.

It’s a really hard question to answer.

Because everywhere in the world is so varied, that it’s hard to find a 1 rule fits all simple response.

I know many of you were surprised by the fact I’ve found travelling in Europe cheaper than some of my Asian adventures.

But really it’s not that amazing - it’s all to do with how you spend your money.

Even in supposedly “cheaper countries” you can still spend a lot if you splash out on accommodation and food and activities.

In Asia I wasn’t watching what I was spending so much, mostly because the blog was doing well (ahhh the pre-covid dream!) and I was exhausted of fulltime travel, so I often went for more comfort because I needed to rest.

Now I’m paying rent in London (hello the joy of a relaxed home base!) and covid is still making a travel business hard, so I have to be more careful.

Rental places - including private rooms in shared houses - and campsites, have been great for keeping my travel costs low in Western Europe and allowing me to get to know locals in a way I otherwise wouldn’t.

I’m also big into nature as you know!

It’s often free and you can’t beat a day swimming, snorkelling and splashing by the ocean, climbing a mountain or cycling in a forest. Budget travel at its best in my opinion!

These stunning cliffs, pools and arches near San Foca in Puglia, Italy were the perfect example of that.

Ok, so maybe I do have an answer when it comes to my number 1 budget travel tip… get out into nature… no matter where in the world you are!

What’s your top budget travel tip?

#travelitaly #visititaly #visitpuglia #puglia #puglialovers #pugliaview #pugliagram #pugliaitaly #sanfoca #italytrip #italytravel #italytravels #budgettraveller #budgettravel #budgettrip
#pugliatravel @wandiscover_

Am I back in Western Australia? No! Turns out thi

Am I back in Western Australia?

No!
Turns out this is Puglia in southern Italy!

Definitely one of the top free things to do in this amazing region, heading to this lake near Otranto at sunset is an absolute must-do.

Plus you’ll probably have the place to yourself too!

Is it covid?
No idea!
But I can absolutely attest to the fact that travelling in Western Europe is not as expensive as I thought it would be.

On occasion it’s been even cheaper than some of my travels in Asia!

Plus the crowds are way thinner than I expected too!

So… when are you getting in the volvo? Southern Europe def where it’s at right now!

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#visititaly #italytrip #italytravel #italytravels #italytraveltips #puglia #visitpuglia #visitpuglianow #pugliaview #travelitaly #travelitalia #puglialove #otranto #otrantopuglia #bauxitelake #lakebauxite #femaletravellers #budgettravel

Well this is probably just about the most beautifu

Well this is probably just about the most beautiful place I’ve ever been!

Matera in Italy is the setting for the new James Bond movie, so if you’ve seen it, you’ll know just what I mean!

Located in the province of Basilicata, it’s nevertheless easy to build this spot into a Puglian itinerary - and it’s definitely worth it!

Walking around the town in the day is stunning, but at night it’s a whole different thing… like a fairytale (scroll to the end to check it out!)

We stayed in one of the trad stone buildings built into the rock face while we were here - think as cute as Cappadocia - and took a very touristy but very fun tuk-tuk ride around at sunset to see the golden light bouncing off the whole valley.

Just Wow.
A must for your Italian itinerary!

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@wandiscover_

🇪🇸 Hola Seville! For those who get the Brit

🇪🇸 Hola Seville!

For those who get the British reference, then I always think if Malaga is Bristol (young, progressive, vibrant, edgy), Seville would be Bath (regal, elegant, grand, historic).

Which means these 2 Andalusian cities make the perfect travel pairing!

🚆 They are also just 2 hours apart and cheap to travel between via bus or train - under €20!

Inspired yet?
Check this out ⬇️

💃🏻 My Top 10 Things to Do in Seville

1. Explore the Triana District
2. Wander the Maria Luisa Park
3. Marvel at Plaza de Espana
4. Climb the Giralda Tower
5. Visit the Museum of Fine Art
6. Check out some Flamenco
7. Eat your Weight in Churros
8. Snap the Huge Cathedral
9. Hit up a Hammam
10. Go to the Amazing Setas de Sevilla
(captured in this snap!)
They are free and an awesome place to people-watch, take in the city views or enjoy some yummy tapas! Que rico! 👀

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#visitseville #visitsevilla #seville #sevilla #visitspain #spaintravel #spaintrip #spain🇪🇸 #sevillagram #sevillespain #sevillacity #setasdesevilla #viveandalucia #visitandalucia #andalusia #womenwhotravel

Holy moly, can’t believe Facebook broke the inte

Holy moly, can’t believe Facebook broke the internet last night!

As if I wasn’t far enough behind in my trip posts on social media already!

Anyway, we’re back up and running now (phews!), so to kick things off, here’s a glimpse into my time in Malaga in southern Spain a couple weeks ago.

I always thought this city was a bit Costa Del Brexit Expat, but I was wrong!

It’s very young, vibey, fun and brilliant!

Staying in a great Airbnb in the centre was the perfect spot to land post Mallorca for just 30€ a night.

And then a free walking tour, cheap tapas, a beautiful historic centre to stroll and a beach to relax on made this such an awesome budget destination.

Oh and for just 3.50€ you can climb up inside this ancient Moorish fortress and enjoy amazing views over the whole place!

Sunshine and excellent October temperatures are also free here.

Cheers Malaga, I will!

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#BWSP #visitmalaga #malaga #málaga #malagaspain #malagacity #malagacentro #malagaturismo #andalucia #visitandalucia #visitspain #spaintravel #spaintrip #andalucia_photos #andalucia_turismo #viveandalucia #andaluciagram

🇮🇹 Well it’s been 18 years Italy, but I su

🇮🇹 Well it’s been 18 years Italy, but I sure am glad to be back!

🎒 The first country I ever backpacked at the tender age of 17, it’s fair to say Italy that you’ve certainly improved with age!

One only hopes I can claim the same! 37 next month, wtf! 🤣

#visititaly #visititalia #visititaly🇮🇹 #visititalyofficial #visitpuglia #puglia #pugliagram #castelmezzano #basilicata #visitbasilicata #italygram #italytravel #italytrip

The north of Mallorca is definitely a great option

The north of Mallorca is definitely a great option if you want to get off the beaten track a little and away from the main resorts.

Plenty of cute coves and nestled villages to discover here against a backdrop of craggy mountains and turquoise waters.

Glorious!

#BWSP
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Lycra at the ready! 🚲 Who knew Mallorca offere

Lycra at the ready!

🚲 Who knew Mallorca offered such great hiking? Or cycling?

🇪🇸 If you’re looking for a super affordable active holiday with pretty decent weather year-round… look no further!

⛰ Top tip: The mountains in the north and east are the best spots to head for and there’s tons of trails that are well maintained and signed - winning!

🥾 We did one day of the popular 221 route (the Deia to Port de Soller section) which was fabulous and ended with a sea swim!

☀️ Would love to head back and complete this 5 day trail… and more!

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#BWSP
#visitmallorca #mallorca #mallorca🌴 #mallorcaparadise #mallorcagram #mallorcaisland #mallorcalove #mallorcaworld #visitspain #travelspain #travelspot #ukblogger #uktravelblogger #spaintravel #mallorcatravel #mallorcatips
#deia #sóller #portdesoller #hikemallorca #mallorcahiking #mallorcawalks

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