A Day Trip to Vianden Castle, Luxembourg (or, OMG That Looks Like …
It became clear pretty quickly, that as much as Luxembourg City was fascinating and beautiful, it was also very, very small. After a full Saturday there, we began to realise that, as in many places in Europe, it would be…
One Day in Paris: Where to Eat Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Gosh, we’re lucky here in the UK. The fact that a casual day trip over to France is a) feasible and b) affordable, is a luxury that I certainly don’t take advantage of enough. With Eurostar pinging you straight from…
An Incredible (Budget Friendly) Safari in Kruger Park, South Africa
My long haul travels are only feasible because I do them on a budget, but with every one I save a little extra to do something special: a few nights in a nice hotel or eating at an incredible restaurant.…
How to Spend 24 Hours in Sofia, Bulgaria
After my long weekend in Bucharest earlier this year, I’ve found a new obsession with Eastern Europe. It’s a relatively untapped treasure trove for my own travels, but with a rich history (much of it surprisingly brutal and very, very…
Discovering My Roots in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica
Before I flew to Jamaica, I told my friends and family that after that one trip, I would never go back. Having to visit the country for the worst reasons meant that I only associated it with misery, and knowing…
My Three Favourite Brunch Spots in Melbourne, Australia
Brunch has become a staple part of my social life at home in London, but the Australians really nailed it first. I’m not a smashed avo on toast cliché, but early mornings aren’t my thing either so this new tradition…
Five Things to Know For Your First Eurostar Trip
When I go to an airport, I arrive with hours to spare, laptop out and ready for the security checks, nothing over 100ml in my cosmetics bag. When I get a train, I rock up with maybe 15 minutes to…
Where to Find Stunning Coastal Views on South Africa’s Garden Route
Although our journey along South Africa’s Garden Route was 1000km long, we covered it all in quite a short period of time. Before setting off from Cape Town, we had some stop-offs planned but took a chance on others depending…
The Four Biggest and Best Thrill Seeking Rides at Disneyland Paris
My main priority when visiting Disneyland Paris was to wear Minnie Mouse ears, spot some princesses and see Sleeping Beauty’s castle. It has a reputation of being an attraction for children, but the park has some huge thrill rides…