Menorca might be the quieter sibling of Mallorca and Ibiza, but when it comes to natural beauty, beaches and relaxed Mediterranean vibes, it absolutely holds its own. And the good news for travellers watching their spending, is that Menorca can also be a surprisingly affordable island too… if you choose the right base! Picking the […]
Tag Archives: Accommodation
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May
May
Puglia has a habit of sneaking up on people. One minute you are browsing photos of whitewashed hill towns and absurdly turquoise water, the next you are mentally pricing flights and wondering how soon you can justify another Italian escape. The heel of Italy offers an intoxicating mix of historic cities, seaside charm and countryside […]
07
May
May
Corfu is one of those Greek islands that quietly gets everything right. Beaches, history, walkable old towns, wild green countryside and some genuinely good value accommodation if you know where to look. Where you stay on Corfu really shapes your trip though. This is a long island with very different vibes from north to south […]
27
Apr
Apr
Choosing the right Lake Bled places to stay can make a huge difference to your trip. This small town in Slovenia punches well above its weight when it comes to scenery, with emerald water, a fairy-tale island church and dramatic mountain backdrops from the Julian Alps. But despite its popularity, Lake Bled still caters well […]
Europe, UK, Western Europe
9 Best Areas to Stay in London: Local’s Guide to City’s Top Neighbourhoods
08
Jan
Jan
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! […]
05
Sep
Sep
Not every overnight stay comes with timber beams older than Shakespeare and World War Two graffiti carved by American airmen – but The Swan Hotel in Lavenham does. This half-timbered beauty has stood proudly for over 500 years, and today it’s not only one of the most historic hotels in the UK, but also, wonderfully, […]
10
Feb
Feb
It’s not often that a tall couple enjoys staying in a small space! At 6”4 and 5”10 (+ a 30kg dog), it’s definitely fair to say we qualify as a tall trio! So if truth be told, it’s got to be a pretty amazing small space for us to enjoy a comfortable break. Brilliantly, our […]
19
Dec
Dec
Located in the British Channel and the largest of the Channel Islands, Jersey has long been a popular travel location given its glorious beaches, beautiful rural countryside and family-friendly vibe catering for any tourist type! But with a vast array of accommodation on offer, from the budget to boutique, it can be tricky finding the […]
Europe, NETHERLANDS, Western Europe
Weekend Away in the Dutch Capital? Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Hotel Hits the Spot!
10
Dec
Dec
I’ve decided, hauling heavy bags around city centres is hugely overrated! Perhaps it’s because I live in London, and seem to spend my life lugging heavy bags around this city (it kinda goes with the travel blogger territory I suppose), perhaps it’s because I’ve just celebrated my 40th birthday and mid-life has struck, or perhaps […]
12
Dec
Dec
If you’re wondering where to stay in Tallinn, then I’m going to bring you the best options, for all budgets, across Estonia’s capital right here in this article. No matter whether you want to stay in the centre of the historic Old Town in a boutique luxury hotel, or in a trendy container hotel in […]