Vilnius is one of those European cities that quietly wins you over. It is compact, characterful, and packed with historic buildings, great food, and a surprisingly relaxed vibe for a capital city. For good value travel, one day in Vilnius is a brilliant option because you can see a huge amount without spending a fortune. […]
Tag Archives: City Guide
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Jan
Jan
Visiting Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, often begins with a simple question. Is it worth visiting, especially if you are travelling on a budget? The answer is a confident yes. Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, is one of Europe’s most walkable and affordable capital cities, rewarding travellers who enjoy exploring on foot, discovering history through […]
27
Nov
Nov
If you’re heading to Kraków in Poland, don’t skip Kazimierz – it’s where the real soul of this city lives. Creative, gritty, historic, poignant and delicious all at once, spending time here gives you a much deeper, more textured understanding of Kraków beyond the postcard views of Stare Miasto. I’ve visited Kazimierz several times now, […]
Europe, NETHERLANDS, Western Europe
2 Day Hague City Break: Perfect Hague Itinerary for Culture, Coast & Coffee
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Oct
Oct
Despite having been to Amsterdam more times than I can count, and even popping into nearby Rotterdam once, I’ve never thought to visit the Netherlands 3rd biggest city – The Hague. I always pictured it as a city full of diplomats, suits, and stern buildings where people argue about treaties, where serious, rather than fun […]
Europe, ITALY, Western Europe
3 Days in Rome: City Break Itinerary for the Eternal City (While 5 Months Pregnant!)
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Sep
Sep
Rome may be the Eternal City, but sadly, my diary and energy levels are not eternal. With a baby on the way, I suddenly felt the ticking of a very different kind of clock – so when a last minute holiday for a September getaway appeared in the calendar, I jumped. Just ten days before […]
12
Sep
Sep
People think they have to go to London or York for history, smiled my tour guide Geoff as we stood beneath the towering Eastgate Clock. “But Chester… Chester’s the hidden gem they never see coming.” He was right. I had not seen Chester coming. Related Posts 21 Top Things to Do in Liverpool: Top […]
09
Apr
Apr
If you’re planning a city break in Sheffield, and not quite sure what to expect from one of the UK’s most overlooked cities, look no further! Tucked away in South Yorkshire, this former steel city isn’t usually the first place that comes to mind when seeking a UK city break destination. But after just 48 […]
02
Apr
Apr
The first things that surprises about Chur is the name. A small city found at the foot of the Swiss Alps, Chur is actually pronounced “Kour” if you’re up to speed on your standard German dialect. Confusing enough for a monoglot like me, but add in the local Grisonian German dialect, and suddenly the town […]
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Mar
Mar
Even if it’s not the first capital on your list when it comes to must-see major European cities, tiny Bratislava is a charming city totally worth visiting in my opinion! Most travellers flock to nearby Vienna, Prague, or Budapest and end up skipping Bratislava, assuming it can’t measure up to these grand cities. But you […]
15
Feb
Feb
Whilst I adore edgy Berlin, I have to say that beautiful Munich is perhaps my favourite city in Germany to visit. Refined, classic and charming, the Bavarian capital with its historic landmarks and unique traditional assets is pretty hard to dislike! But perhaps the thing that delights me most about Munich, is the ease and […]