The amazing city of Granada is an absolute must on any Andalusian itinerary. In fact, it’s a must on any Spanish itinerary full stop! And this article is going to bring you all the top things to do there. Yes, the historic city of Granada is a real treat and, not only is it a […]
Tag Archives: City Guide
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Jan
Jan
Ok, so disclaimer coming up! When I visited the city of Helsinki, which is the Finnish capital, it was actually a national holiday! Yes, unbeknownst to me, the one main day that I had set aside to run around Helsinki and undertake all the sightseeing I could, was actually Finnish Independence Day. And it was […]
13
Dec
Dec
One of Spain’s most historic and opulent cities, Seville oozes elegance and charm. When strolling around this city, the opulent and almost regal quality of much of the architecture helped me understand the strong cultural pride and identity Seville’s citizens are famous for. With some of the country’s warmest weather and more sights than you […]
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Oct
Oct
Who would have guessed that the capital city of a stunning Spanish island could have been such a star attraction?! With so many amazing beaches around as well as wonderful fishing ports, not to mention national parks and mountainous trails, it really is pretty amazing that Palma makes it onto any list of the best […]
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Oct
Oct
If there’s one historic city you need to visit in the north of England, it has to be York! Yes Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Newcastle all have selling points too (not least their cultural vibrancy) but, if you’re after quaint cobbled charm and a good dollop of Viking history on the side, then it has […]
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Oct
Oct
Well I think it’s fair to say that the cat is well and truly out the bag! Yes when it comes to Canterbury, it’s no longer a secret that this spot is THE alternative to a Cambridge or Oxford excursion. Rivalling these 2 greats when it comes to historic charm, cathedrals and colleges, famous residents, […]
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Oct
Oct
One of England’s flagship Cathedral cities, Winchester makes for the ideal historic day trip or weekend getaway. With one of the oldest high streets in the country and a religious building that’s famous the world over, there’s no question, this place is big on the heritage gems! Set in the county of Hampshire, it’s pretty […]
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Sep
Sep
It was when I was planning my staycation trip to Dorset in the UK that I quickly realised how difficult it is to decide where to base yourself in this jam-packed destination. Which is how I stumbled upon Swanage! Spanning a large section of the south coast of England and filled with great beaches, top […]
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Aug
Aug
One of the UK’s most famous cities, visiting Cambridge is a must on your British bucket list! Shamefully, I hadn’t ticked it off mine until very recently, but thankfully our old friend the pandemic has meant this is yet another classic UK gem I’ve now finally seen! In tight competition with Oxford, and rivalling the […]
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Jul
Jul
A tiny but beautiful city in Cambridgeshire, England, Ely is a real gem if you’re looking to escape the crowds and get a full slice of local feels. The perfect balance to the often-over touristy nearby city of Cambridge, Ely is a total treasure often outshadowed by its more famous neighbour. But that doesn’t mean […]