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!

Things to do in Istanbul in Winter

This blog post contains affiliate links. When you use these links, I get a small commission, with no extra cost to you. This is one of the ways I can keep producing free content! Don’t wait until summer to explore Turkey. While Istanbul and Turkey in general are gorgeous during the warmer months, Istanbul in […]

Living in London: 30 things to know before moving to London

Are you planning on moving to London? The capital of the UK is one of Europe’s most famous and vibrant cities, and there’s so much to know if you’re planning on living in London. Some of what you need to know is good, some is bad, and some is ugly (once you’ve been on a […]

3 Days in Berlin Itinerary

Oh Berlin. I visited for the first time in my (adult) life in 2019, and I became absolutely besotted with the place. So much so that I extended my stay twice, and can’t wait to return.  There’s just something about Berlin, that makes it must-do on anyone’s Europe travel itinerary. It has an extremely sombre […]

Reasons to Visit Cappadocia in Winter

Beautiful Cappadocia is one of the best destinations to visit in Turkey, famed for its epic landscapes, fascinating history, and hot air balloons. It attracts travellers, young and old, from all over the world. It’s a relatively easy journey from Istanbul or Ankara and is also quite close to the Mediterranean holiday regions of Turkey, […]

9 Beautiful Castles in Romania

There are so many draws to visiting Romania. It’s a place with spectacular nature, delicious food and wine, and the entire country is absolutely awash with a spectacular history. Plenty of this Ancient history can be discovered in Romania’s many castles. Romania’s borders have been fluid and ever-changing throughout its past, so plenty of historical […]

Scottish Highlands Itinerary: 5 days in Scotland

Scotland is somewhere that I, as a British person, really haven’t seen enough of. So when fellow travel blogger and Scotland expert Graham offered to write this Scottish Highlands itinerary to add to my overland itinerary series, I jumped at the offer! Here’s Graham’s recommendation for an unforgettable Scottish highlands trip. The highlands of Scotland […]

Top Things to do on a Mini Break in Dorset

If you’re looking for the perfect destination for a mini break, then Dorset should definitely be on your radar. With stunning beaches, incredible scenery, quaint villages, and plenty of things to see and do, it’s one of the best places for UK staycations. But with so many options, how do you get it all in […]

The Best Places to Visit in South West England

When I returned to England in 2020 after getting a repatriation flight home from Mexico (we all know what happened there…), I moved back to the West Country. I’ve spent a lot of my adult life here – living in Bristol and Bath in my late teens/ early twenties and taking numerous trips to see […]

18 Epic Places to Visit in Spain in Winter

Spain in winter? You might think that it doesn’t sound quite right. Spain’s one of the world’s most popular destinations, but most people consider it solely a summertime place. It’s a country with beautiful beaches and a laid back culture, but holidays should only take place there from May to September, right? Wrong. Spain in […]