The south of France is one of my favourite places in the world. As a true Francophile, I take every opportunity I get to enjoy a few days in my spirit country. And the French Riviera is where my soul rests. After my fourth visit to the Cote d’Azur, I feel like I’m really getting to know this beautiful area of France. So, without further … Continue reading 10 Incredible Things to Do on the French Riviera
After seeing some incredible photos of the Isle of Skye and hearing dozens of friends wax lyrical about how beautiful it is, we knew we had to visit. The Isle of Skye is definitely a buzz destination at the moment, with scores of people flocking there each year to see what all the fuss is about. And it’s easy to see why. Jaw-dropping, unspoiled landscapes, … Continue reading 30 Photos of the Isle of Skye to Ignite Your Wanderlust
The first time I visited the Canary Islands, I was 16 and staying in an all-inclusive hotel with a friend and her family. We spent the entire seven days in Gran Canaria eating burgers and pizza next to the swimming pool, not venturing out of the resort once. And although I had a great time, I remember thinking, what is the point? What’s the point … Continue reading Why I Was Wrong About Fuerteventura
Skiing holidays are notoriously expensive. From accommodation and eating out to hiring your skiing or snowboarding equipment, popular ski resorts are often ridiculously overpriced and absolutely packed. And I suppose that’s one of the reasons I’ve never been drawn to a winter sports trip. I have a finite budget and try to make it stretch as far as possible, so blowing all my cash on … Continue reading The Perfect European Budget Ski Resort
It’s been a while since I wrote my travel guide to Bruges, Belgium and in that post, I promised I’d write about the best places to eat and drink in Bruges. Apologies for the delay, it seems I really am a terrible procrastinator! But as they say, better late than never, right?! Of course, when in Bruges you just have to try the famous beers, … Continue reading The 6 Best Places to Eat and Drink in Bruges, Belgium
Paris is always a good idea! At least that’s what I tell myself each time I book flights to the City of Lights. Paris seems to pull me back time and time again and always leaves me wanting more. Without a shadow of a doubt, Paris is my spirit city and one of my favourite places to travel solo. But visiting any city for the first … Continue reading 16 Cool Things to Do in Paris, France
I’ve just spent three fantastic days in the stunning Belgian city of Bruges and I’m writing this travel guide sat in Brussels airport waiting for my flight home. One thing that struck me during my pre-trip research was that so many people only spend one day in Bruges. Blog posts entitled ‘A day trip to Bruges’ and ‘How to spend 24 hours in Bruges’ are everywhere and plentiful. I’m … Continue reading A Travel Guide to Bruges, Belgium
Recently, I enjoyed a last minute break in the beautiful town of Cannes, located in the south of France. While I love sightseeing and exploring, this trip was more about relaxing and spending some time with a good friend of mine who lives in Cannes. As a travel blogger, I often feel a responsibility to scout out every destination, discovering hidden gems off the beaten … Continue reading 15 Beautiful Photos of Cannes, Cote d’Azur, France
When you hear about Poland, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Perhaps it’s the beautiful city of Krakow, or maybe you think of visiting Auschwitz? Either way, I’m willing to bet that Warsaw, Poland’s vibrant capital city, isn’t the first thing that pops into your head. I’ll admit that I’d never really considered Warsaw either. But when I spotted some crazy cheap flights … Continue reading How to Spend a Weekend in Warsaw, Poland
