As one of the millions of people living and working in the UKs most populous city, I need to find ways to spend my long weekends without contending with the hustle and bustle that is London. So, over the last few years whenever we have a bank holiday - especially if it’s one of those many ones in Spring, my husband and I, and occasionally our friends, make our little pilgrimage down to the south coast. And more times than not, we find ourselves in the New Forest or Hayling Island.
Read MoreChances are you’ve seen van life influencers across social media lately. Some call their way of living “the new rich” and will show videos of themselves pulled up, enjoying themselves in beautiful locations that most people don’t get to spend all too much time in outside of vacations. Woodland, beaches, mountain bases - the list goes on and on. But what is van life and is this a type of lifestyle that could actually suit you?
Read MoreThe Bottalack mines in Cornwall was one of the most surprising places I had been when I went to Cornwall in autumn late last year. Originally I wanted to go to the mines because they had been featured quite a bit in Poldark, one of my favourite period dramas. So I was only really expecting two mine ruins in the middle of a field. However, like I said I was pleasantly surprised with what we discovered there.
Read MoreAfter almost two years of lockdowns and uncertainties, many of us long to travel overseas and immerse ourselves in different cultures. A holiday is an excellent way to decompress and re-energize, allowing you to return to your routine in a more positive frame of mind. Whether you are planning a girls' trip, a lads' getaway, or a group of university mates travelling on their first holiday together, I have the things that you need to think about covered.
Read MoreAfrica is a vast and special continent with so much worth seeing and doing. There are lots of great countries in this large region that boast loads of unique travel opportunities. In recent years, Africa has seen something of a tourism boom. More people are going there every year, and once you visit, you will see why!
Read MoreSydney is one of the most expensive cities in the world so if you want to holiday there you should expect to pay quite a bit for the privilege. However this doesn’t mean that you can’t fill a small chunk of your itinerary with a few free things to do! Whilst I was in Sydney (especially when I was by myself) I found quite a lot of free things to do that I not only really enjoyed, but would also recommend to anyone else going to the city.
Read MoreIf you’ve been following me on Instagram then you’ll know that I recently went on a 10 day holiday to Sydney. This wasn’t like my usual planned holiday though - this trip was a little bit different mainly because it was actually a work trip for my husband, Elliott. Also, we only knew we were going about three weeks before we left. So, it was a little spontaneous for us to say the least. Whilst Elliott did have to work we made sure we had some time together to enjoy the city of either side of his work trip.
Read MoreIn January I got the chance to visit Portugal for work. Whilst I mainly stayed in Cascais, a beautiful seaside region just outside of Lisbon, I also got to visit Lisbon for one evening. I was actually quite lucky because the company I work for arranged for a tram tour of the city which enabled us to see a lot of the city in such a short amount of time. I'd definitely recommend it if you're short on time when visiting.
Read MoreWhen you travel regularly, it’s quite easy for you to get your baggage down. Sure, a lot of the time, you are going to need to check in luggage and you may need to take a lot of stuff with you. But, the more that you travel, the easier you’ll find it to keep your packing under control. It’s definitely something to aim for, because the smarter you pack, the easier it will be for you to travel. And not only that, it’s definitely a benefit to ensure that you only ever take what you need. Packing light can make travel less complicated. And, to help you to do this, it’s always a great idea for you to make sure that you have your carry on planned out and packed perfectly. Because a well-packed carry on can make your travel more enjoyable.
Read MoreTravel is undoubtedly one of life’s most uplifting and incredible experiences. When we travel, we are able to see and appreciate a wider degree of the essential mystery and wonder found in the world. We experience different cultures, foods, sights, sounds, and encounter different people living according to different rhythms and traditions.
Read MoreMaybe you sigh when you hear your friends or family members talk about fantastic holidays they’ve had because you don’t have the funding to go travelling. However, anybody can change their situation and pull together the money necessary for a trip (whether it’s a short trip or a long one). The point is that you shouldn’t let money prevent you from exploring; it’s a hurdle that’s easy to jump. Here’s some travelling advice for those with empty bank accounts.
Read MoreWith a population of just over three million, you’d be excused for assuming that Wales doesn’t have too much to offer its visitors. In reality, though, it is one of the best countries you could ever hope to visit. What’s more, it has something for everyone.
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