Senegal travel guide: things to do and travel tips

If you’re planning a trip to West Africa, this Senegal travel guide is for you! Senegal is by no means among Africa’s most visited countries, but it’s been making strides on the tourist scene in recent years. In this West African nation, baobabs dot the landscape as majestic river deltas part the land. Wildlife reserves, […]

Is Algeria safe to visit? My own personal experience

View of Algiers

Is Algeria safe to visit? I’m going to go into this all in my guide! Sitting in the heart of North Africa – and the continent’s largest country – Algeria remains relatively undiscovered by tourist crowds outside of Africa and the Middle East.  The country’s been through ups and downs, including a brutal fight with […]

Top 10 UK hidden gems to add to your itinerary

Prehistoric standing rocks at a golden sunset in a field in Wiltshire, United Kingdom, nobody in the image

The UK might be small, but it’s packed full of history, culture and even wonderful nature!  While it’s a fairly popular country with international tourists, many only visit London. Staycations are becoming increasingly popular across the country – with glamping experiences and boutique hotels popping up everywhere from Exeter to Edinburgh – and there are […]

What is Tunisia known for? Tunsian culture and heritage

Sousse Medina, with lots of colourful plates and bowls.

What is Tunisia known for? While Tunisia’s not the most visited country in North Africa, I firmly believe that it’s somewhere that should be on your “to visit” list. But when deciding whether to visit, or planning a trip, it’s a good idea to do some research into what makes Tunisia famous. This will help […]

Why visit Iceland? Top reasons to take a trip in 2025

sunset in Iceland

Why visit Iceland? This island nation, sitting in the midst of the North Atlantic, straddles two continental plates (Europe and North America).  What does this mean? The rugged landscape is dotted with volcanoes and crevices, and its subarctic climate lends to glaciers and mountains.  It’s easy to see and understand the best reasons to visit […]

How to get from London to Paris (2025 guide)

Claire on the Eurostar

If you’re wondering how to get from London to Paris, this article’s for you! The glittering capitals of London and Paris have long been bucket list destinations for keen Europe travellers. Both cities boast history and culture; but, despite their relatively short distance from one another, their atmosphere and way of life can starkly contrast. […]

Is Albania worth visiting in 2024? My personal thoughts!

Claire in Albania with the sunset in the background

Is Albania worth visiting? Here are my personal thoughts on travel to the country from my trip there! Tucked between the Balkans and Greece, Albania’s a country that was long off the tourist radar.  The nation suffered under a brutal Communist regime, which meant that it was very closed off to the rest of the […]

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