The sort of place you don’t necessarily get excited about going to, but the sort of place you feel you need to go to, visiting Auschwitz can be something of a moral gauntlet when it comes to travel plans. Situated in the eastern European country of Poland, this is a place with a dark history, […]
Tag Archives: Attractions
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Dec
Dec
Want to visit Romania? Here’s my list of the 15 best things to do in this country. A great starting point if you’re planning to travel here, this guide will bring you all the highlights of Romania you simply can’t miss. With some great cities, stunning mountains and even a protected wetland area, Romania is […]
10
Nov
Nov
So, if you’re anything like me – a British child of the nineties who grew up on package holidays – then Cyprus will be equated with one thing and one thing only in your mind. And that is beach resorts, half-board packages, towel reservations by the pool and Fanta Orange at dinner… ok well […]
03
Nov
Nov
Turkey is a HUGE country and straddling the border between Europe and Asia, it also boasts a huge diversity of landscapes and cultures. From coast to castles, hikes to hot air balloons, ruins to relaxation, Turkey’s got it all and honestly you could spend a year or more adventuring through this country and still […]
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Oct
Oct
Snuggled over in the east of Europe, Romania often feels like the land time forgot in this part of the world. Out of the countries I’ve wandered across in this continent, Romania consistently stood out as a destination belonging, at least in part, to a different age. Even as recent as 2018, it felt hard […]
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Oct
Oct
I bl**dy loved Bulgaria. Quite honestly, it’s as simple as that. In fact, out of all 12 countries I’ve travelled in eastern Europe, it’s only Bosnia Hercegovina and Montenegro that came even close to toppling Bulgaria from my top spot. For 1, Bulgaria is incredibly cheap – a massive plus point in my budget travel […]
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Aug
Aug
Lovely, lively, lush, large-hearted Lebanon. What an amazing place! So many things to do! Honestly, if I could think of more superlative adjectives beginning with L, I’d be likely to go on and on about this Middle Eastern gem of a country situated along the Mediterranean Coast. The treasures that lie in store in this […]
18
Aug
Aug
Myanmar is a wonderful country for solo travellers in Asia. Aside from the fact that it is both friendly and safe, this charming destination offers unique travel experiences that differ wildly from anywhere else on earth. Perfect for budget travellers too – given the choice of accommodation and comfortable transportation at very reasonable prices, […]
06
Aug
Aug
If you haven’t already heard, I’m currently championing Egypt as one of the best travel destinations going. Honestly, it’s astounding just how diverse and delightful this country is, especially in terms of the amazing historical and natural sights on offer. The country is also safe – or at least I felt secure when here – […]
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Jul
Jul
From the mesmerising deserts of Jordan to the Mediterranean coastline of Lebanon, the madness of Turkey to the temples of Egypt (which I’ve decided to include as part of the Middle East for the purposes of this post), this area of the globe is as diverse and dazzling as it is different and sometimes dangerous! […]