Category Archives: All Destinations

How to take sept places in Senegal

Inside view of a 'sept-places' vehicle showing the worn interior, indicative of its heavy usage in public transportation in Senegal.

If you’re wondering how to get sept-places in Senegal, this blog post is for you! Senegal is not the easiest place to travel around, but there are options! Buses connect major cities, but they are few and far between and do need to be booked in advance.  For everything else, there are minibuses and sept-places.  […]

6 Blue Lagoon alternatives in Reykjavik and around

Whether you want to save money or avoid the risk of being close to a volcano eruption site, here are some excellent Blue Lagoon alternatives! Iceland’s Blue Lagoon is one of the most popular attractions in Europe.  The warm silica waters attract over 700,000 visitors each year.  However, it’s incredibly pricey, and recent volcano eruptions […]

Is Iceland expensive? My thoughts from my trips!

sunset in Iceland

Is Iceland expensive? Well, yes – but in some ways, it’s not as pricey as many people believe.  Here are all my thoughts about Iceland prices and the cost of travel from my two trips there.  This blog post may contain affiliate links. This article draws from my two trips to Iceland. One trip was […]

Top Egypt travel tips: follow these for a hassle-free trip

Sunset view of the pyramids of Giza from the hotel we stayed at

Here are the best Egypt travel tips to help you plan your trip! I’ve never felt quite as mixed as a country as I have about Egypt.  On one hand, the history is every bit as fascinating as my endless studies at school promised, my mouth is literally watering when I’m thinking of the food, […]

25 top things to do on a Reykjavik City Break

Reykjavik the capital city of iceland in winter view from above

If you’re planning a Reykjavik city break, here’s everything you need to know!  I’ve visited Reykjavik a couple of times now and adore the city.  While many people skip the capital and head straight to Iceland’s nature, I think it’s well worth a visit. Here are all the best things to do in Reykjavik on […]

Is Iceland safe? Here’s all you need to know

Hallgrimskirkja in Iceland

Is Iceland safe? Yes, it’s among the safest places in the world! However, recent news about volcano eruptions has caused people to question the country’s safety procedures. I’ve visited the Northern European country twice; here are all of my thoughts about safety in Iceland! This article draws from my two trips to Iceland. One trip […]

Is Batumi safe? Tips for Georgia’s Black Sea city

Is Batumi safe?  Georgia’s Black Sea city is known for its beaches, casinos and funky buildings! But is Batumi safe? While it’s not as well-known as other European cities, it is a safe city that’s welcoming to travellers.  I recently visited to assess the atmosphere and safety in Batumi! Here’s all you need to know. […]

Is Tbilisi worth visiting? Reasons to see the capital of Georgia

The Georgian capital of Tbilisi is one of my favourite cities in the world.  It’s one of those places that completely draws you in, with a hip atmosphere, welcoming locals and plenty of things to do.  I’ve been to Tbilisi twice now, both in the summer and the winter months, and I absolutely adore the […]

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