Category Archives: Europe

The world’s smallest continent, but one that absolutely crams in a variety of culture, rich cuisine and history, you could spend years in Europe and fail to be bored. Whether you’re exploring the beautiful beaches of southern Italy, the bustling capitals of London, Paris and Berlin, or the staggeringly beautiful Norwegian fjords. There’s so much to explore on this continent. Let’s get stuck in!

Edinburgh to Isle of Skye by Car: A 5 Day Itinerary

Scotland is a country with a rich history, stunning beauty, and some of the kindest locals you’ll meet. Mysterious standing stones are spread across the country, as are castle ruins that were once home to different clans and noble families. Meanwhile, the vast, open lands and misty-topped mountain peaks, make you feel like you are […]

Southern Italy Road Trip: Naples to Palermo

History and local culture. What a combination. And what a great quest to pursue on a Southern Italy road trip from Naples to Palermo, the location of which is a paradise for lovers of both. Here is a 1,200-mile, 2-week odyssey to maximize both these aspects by visiting the best cities in Sicily, famous for […]

3 Days in Aix-en-Provence – A South of France Itinerary

Aix-en-Provence is a pretty town in Provence, the southern part of France that gets drenched in the sun-kissed rays of the Mediterranean. You might have heard of it, thanks to the international cosmetic giant L’occitane, whose headquarters are located here. Much like other Provencal towns, this one too is adorned with cobbles streets flanked by […]

Amalfi Coast Drive Itinerary for Budget Travellers

Italy’s most picturesque coastline stretch; the Amalfi Coast is renowned for its jaw-dropping Mediterranean beauty and coastal tranquillity. The UNESCO coastline road spans 60 kilometres and encompasses beautiful towns and villages, all with a unique culture filled with historic churches and quaint old houses. And you can road trip the entire coast by taking the […]

The not-so-Great British Bucket List – British Characteristics and Habits

In my Great British Bucket List, I talked about the one hundred best things to see and do in the UK. From magical castles to beautiful beaches to quirky museums, the UK is a tiny country filled to the brim of exciting things to do and see. But once you have fully appreciated all of […]

The Great UK Bucket List: 100 things to do in the UK

Despite being British, and living in the country in-between trips abroad for my entire life, I have to admit that it’s taken me a while to fully appreciate the United Kingdom. I lived in a suburb of London until I was 18 years old, and then moved to the West of England; this and subsequently meeting […]

An eco-break at Piran Meadows, Darwin Escapes: REVIEW

I’m what you may call a ‘holiday intruder’. If any family members or friends announce that they’re going away; I’ll try my best to ensure that I can go with them. So apologies if you know me and you’ve planned a cool trip that you don’t really want me to come on… I’ll probably find […]

A Whirlwind Tour of Amsterdam: Must-Dos in the City

During my recent trip to Amsterdam, I spent about the same time on a megabus to and from the city as I did exploring it…. Despite being a megabus fan, and not wanting to fly that short a distance, I could have probably done with a little more time in Amsterdam itself. 48 hours in […]

Six of the Best Castles Near London

Despite castles being found all over the world, there is something about the typical medieval fortifications that always seems to hark back to British culture and heritage. The first castles were constructed in Norman times to protect Britain from naval invaders – built as defensive points along the coastline. Later, they were also constructed further inland, where […]

A guide to the international megabus: London to Amsterdam

“You’re getting a megabus from London to Amsterdam?!” In all honesty, I love the megabus. It’s cheap, it’s efficient, and there’s sometimes free WiFi on board. It’s also a hell of a lot more eco-friendly than planes – and to be honest, I fly far too much (I think it’s 20 planes in the last 2 […]