Is it my favourite Portuguese city? It probably is! Yes just beating Lisbon to the top spot, you’ll find out why I made this controversial decision by reading this amazing 2 day Porto itinerary I put together. In it, I detail why I ended up preferring Portugal’s second city and how I can help you […]
Tag Archives: City Guide
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Mar
Mar
If you’ve read any other posts from my travels in Portugal, you’ll know that I absolutely loved my time in the country. And a key part of this was the sheer diversity of experiences that visiting this part of the Iberian peninsula has in store for travellers. And Porto is no exception! A historic city, […]
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Mar
Mar
Portugal’s second city, Porto has really only been on the travel radar since 2010, but what a splash this latecomer has made! Now a firm fixture on the European circuit, if you’re feeling like every woman and her dog is travelling to Lisbon, then Porto could be the perfect alternative. Situated in the north of […]
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Feb
Feb
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]