The Algarve is a fantastic place for a holiday. It’s popular with Brits particularly due to the close proximity to the UK – flights are around 2 and a half to 3 hours from Englan… Read More

In the summer, always spend at least a week in the Algarve, Portugal. The weather never fails me and the combination of great beaches, gorgeous food and stunning architecture make the South… Read More

Belgrade, the capital city of Serbia is now known for it’s vibrant night life, interesting history and great value for money. So, is Belgrade worth visiting? I would say yes, definitel… Read More

When I first moved to Liverpool around 5 years ago, I was amazing by the thriving night life and music scene. The Northern cities really are the best, and Liverpool is one of my favourite UK… Read More

So you want to know how to see Bilbao in one day? Well, it is a challenge, but possible. I recently spend three days in Bilbao and trust me, there is a lot to see. But still, if someone aske… Read More

Last year, we passed through Santander when we brought our dog to Portugal! We took the Portsmouth to Santander ferry. But the plan was for my husband to drive us straight to Braganca. So, p… Read More

First and foremost, Donostia-San Sebastian is absolutely beautiful. If you have 2 days in San Sebastián you really are in for a treat. This city has a gorgeous coastline, beautiful ar… Read More

I recently spent a week in the Basque Country and wanted to find out ‘Is San Sebastian worth visiting?’ If you’ve already been, you will know that this almost sounds like a… Read More

Recently I spent a weekend in the Northern Spanish city of Bilbao and totally loved it! Bilbao is accessible from the UK and has gone through a massive cultural transformation that has reall… Read More

Most visitors flock to Porto and Lisbon in droves. Yet people are now starting to realise that there is a lot more to Portugal than the main cities and the Algarve. I’ve spent over 3 m… Read More

I’ve been spending a lot of time in Portugal and Spain this year, because I enrolled to study Portuguese at Coimbra university. I’ve taken the opportunity to travel extensively i… Read More

Many visitors to the Algarve skip the town of Loulé because it’s not near the beach. Tourists flock to Quarteira and Vilamora, but they don’t realise that they could well… Read More

Nestled towards the East of the Algarve, Faro is a popular travel stop off as it has an airport with connections to UK and beyond. Faro has the advantages of great weather, accessibility and… Read More

I almost spend more time in Portugal than in the UK these days! It’s my second home! A lot of people ask me ‘what to wear in Portugal’ and the answer to this question will… Read More

Post Travel Depression – it hit me within 24 hours of my return. The overwhelming negativity that follows you around like a black cloud. The invisible lead weights that appear to… Read More

First things first….I’m talking about Lagos on the Algarve coast of Portugal, not Lagos as in the capital city of Nigeria! Lagos is a popular destination with British holiday ma… Read More

Portugal is quickly becoming by one of the top destinations for British tourists, and also for people looking to move from the UK or USA in search of a more relaxed pace of life. Portugal is… Read More

Many travellers forego Phnom Penh, the Cambodian capital in favour of Siem Reap. However, if you can spare some time on your travels, I would recommend that you do spend at least 3 or 4 days… Read More

I’ve been here in Coimbra for three months now, enjoying the city and studying Portuguese at the University. A lot of people wanting to come to Portugal ask me ‘Is Coimbra worth… Read More

So, you’ve got just one day in Coimbra and you’re wondering how to spend it? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve been here in Coimbra for three months now as I am st… Read More

Many people are eager to spend 3 days in Marrakech as it is a suitable long weekend destination if you are flying from Europe. Remember that Marrakech is not the capital of Morocco (that is… Read More

First of all, let me start off by saying this: I have spent almost 3 months in Morocco in total, spread across three different trips, and Morocco is one of my all time travel destinations. I… Read More

Let’s be honest and upfront – Morocco is not the best place for a first time solo traveller. It can be intense and overwhelming to say the least! It is certainly not without it&r… Read More

The Northern Moroccan city of Meknes is swiftly making its way onto most backpacker routes and travel itineraries. It is one of four historical imperial cities of Morocco, namely: Fez, Marra… Read More

Chefchaouen, known as the blue city or the ‘blue pearl’, is a picturesque town located in the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco. Chefchaouen had been relatively undiscovered up u… Read More

As I’m not a fan of staying in the UK during the colder months, I decided to visit Chefchaouen in winter. Chefchaouen is known as the ‘blue city’ in Morocco. Historically… Read More

I’ve spent a lot of time in Morocco, and lot’s of people ask me about what to wear in Chefchaouen, the blue city. There are three things you need to think about here – firs… Read More

This week, we are staying at the fabulous Riad Dar Zaman in Marrakesh Riad, where we are being well looked after by our host Hassan. What is a Riad in Marrakesh? A Riad is a tradi… Read More

Following the hype of Casablanca from the 1942 movie, I was excited to explore Morocco’s largest city. Now, let me be honest….it didn’t live up to it’s hype! In real… Read More

If you are looking for a foodie haven within the heart of Marrakesh, I highly recommend Le Jardin. It’s combination of Traditional Moroccan and English/American food makes it a great p… Read More

Rabat, the Moroccan capital is a fantastic place to start your Morocco itinerary. Being such a clean and well organised city, it is a great option for solo female travellers, and it will eas… Read More

Casablanca is definitely worth visiting, even if it’s just for a day to see the Hassan II Mosque and a few other sites. However, as it’s a port town and also the biggest city in… Read More

Many people don’t even realise that Rabat is the capital of Morocco. Many mistakenly presume it to be Marrakech or Casablanca. Although Marrakech is the main tourist city in… Read More

Are you visiting Marrakech? Please, if there is one thing that should jump straight to the top of your list to visit, let it be Bahia Palace in Morocco (pronounced Bah-eeee-a Palace rather t… Read More

Morocco is one of my favourite travel destinations. From the hustle and bustle of Marrakech to the relaxing beaches of Agadir, there is something for everyone in Morocco. However, it’s… Read More

Happy Christmas everyone! This year, I decided to visit Marrakech in December! This is a fantastic time of year to visit Marrakech, which is one of my all time favourite travel destinations… Read More

Is Morocco worth visiting? Well, I have been here three times now, and I can tell you that Morocco is totally worth visiting. In fact, it’s one of my favourite countries in the world t… Read More

Camel Trekking Morocco through the sandy dunes of the Sahara Desert is not far off most people’s wish list, and it’s easy to see why. With the hot sun heating up every path you t… Read More

Jerusalem is one of the most religiously diverse and culturally captivating cities in the whole entire world. Following my trip to the Holy Land, I’d love to summarise my top Churches… Read More

Welcome to December! I’m already feeling in the Christmas spirit, and spent a wonderful day at the York Christmas Market. York is a beautiful historic city in the North of England, and… Read More

The Northern city of York is known as the ‘capital of the North’. It’s a city full of history, having previously been invaded by the Vikings, Normans and Saxons. There are… Read More

Have you ever heard of Vila Real is Portugal? Most travellers overlook many beautiful places along the Douro valley in Portugal in favour of Lisbon and Porto. But, if you have got time on yo… Read More

Morocco, especially in July and August can be stifling hot, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees. Aside from the regular money, gadgets and Morocco Lonely Planet, there are some extra… Read More

After the heat of the Sahara desert, we changed our travel plans slightly and headed to the coast. Essaouira is cooler and fresher and will give you a big contrast in climate and atmosphere… Read More

Essaouira is my favorite city in Morocco. This relaxed coastal surfers paradise is a great place to shop and eat out. Don’t be afraid of eating a little Western food every now and agai… Read More

After a long road journey through the Atlas Mountains, I had made it to Ouarzazate, a city in Morocco known as the door of the desert. To get there from Marrakech, you need to travel over th… Read More

Deep in the Douro valley region and hidden away off the usual tourist trail, is the Portuguese city of Vila Real. It is home to the beautiful ‘Casa de Mateus’ – one of the… Read More

I’ve been to Morocco twice so far in my lifetime, and I’m sure that there will be a third trip! It’s a country full of amazing food, beautiful scenery and a fascinating cul… Read More

*This is a Guest Post on Lake Como in Italy by Marissa of Postcards to Seattle. Italy has always been on my bucket list. When I had the opportunity to go to Lake Como this summer for… Read More

Portugal is one of my favourite countries to travel solo (it’s so safe and beautiful!) and it quickly became my second home. The great food, history, art, and architecture combined wit… Read More

So, you’re thinking about travelling to Granada, Spain?! Excellent choice! I travelled around Andalucia for 10 days (including Seville and Cordoba), and I have to admit that Granada wa… Read More

If you are interested in spending some time in Serbia, you might be asking ‘is Novi Sad worth visiting?’ I spent just one day in Novi Sad, and let me tell you that I was very ple… Read More

Welcome to Lisbon, the sunny Portuguese capital city that never disappoints. I’ve been to Lisbon so many times that I’ve lost count. I often get asked ‘Is Lisbon worth visi… Read More

So, you have one week in Belgium and you’re wondering how to spend it? You have come to the right place! I’ve just returned from a week in Brussels, Ghent and Bruges and had a fa… Read More

It’s so liberating to have all that you need in just one backpack or suitcase, and knowing that you can travel the whole world with everything in there. My previous article on han… Read More

I get so many people asking me about travelling alone for the first time, that I thought it was about time to write a blog on it. Yes, solo travel can be the epitome of freedom. There are al… Read More

After a very interesting overnight ‘train’ journey from Istanbul to Sofia (when the train was cancelled and became a bus!), I decided to hit the mountains and check out Rila Mona… Read More

As you probably know, I’m quite a minimalist when it comes to packing to go abroad. I like to travel light so that I can go hand luggage only and so minimalist backpacking is the way t… Read More

This week, I’m here in the Northern Portuguese city of Bragança, near to the Spanish border. ‘Why Bragança?’ I hear you ask! Well, this is the first time that… Read More

Thinking of visiting Ghent in Belgium? Although I’d recommend spending two or three days in Ghent (I spend 2 days there), it is possible to spend just one day in Ghent and see the main… Read More

Istanbul, formerly Constantinople, holds a special place in my heart, because it was the first destination I ever visited solo. I didn’t travel solo until my mid 30s – maybe it w… Read More

If you are spending time in Paris, I recommend that you allocate a day to visiting the Monmartre area and the Moulin Rouge. A full day will allow you time to enjoy the Sacre Coeur, Saint-Pie… Read More

Thinking of a getaway vacation with your friends? Planning a trip in a romantic city with you loved ones? Booking a family holiday for fun and extraordinary memories? Here is our recommended… Read More

I’m heading to Paris in just a few days, for a lovely break with my fiance, and, of course, a fair bit of temple seeking! I have been to Paris before, for 5 days. This time we are goin… Read More

I once chose to visit Katowice basically due to finding a cheap flight back to the UK! It had honestly never really been on my radar. Yet it was an interesting place, with somewhat a differe… Read More

Recently, I took a fantastic solo trip to Belgium, flying into Brussels Charleroi. I spent three days in Brussels and then travelled on to the beautiful cities of Bruges and Ghent. I found B… Read More

Following my 10 day tour of Belgium, lots of people ask me ‘Is Brussels worth visiting?’ It absolutely is! People on Euro-trips often skip Brussels in favour of London, Paris in… Read More

I’ve just got to Brussels after 2 days in Bruges and 2 days in Ghent, and I’m absolutely loving Belgium! Lot’s of people are asking me ‘Is Ghent worth visiting?&rsquo… Read More

I’m here to tell you that solo travel in Belgium is fun, easy and totally worth it! I’ve been travelling to Europe several times both solo and with friends or family. This year… Read More

I’m on a 10 day trip around Belgium and just arrived in ghent from Bruges. Now I totally loved Bruges, to the extent that I didn’t want to leave so soon! But, let me tell you, wh… Read More

I’m on a day day solo trip around Belgium and absolutely loving it!b One thing is for sure…Belgium is not a place to lose weight! I mean, when I left Bruges for Ghent, I was so… Read More

I’m lucky enough to have recently spent three days in the stunning Belgian city of Bruges. Since my trip, I’ve been asked by a few people is Bruges worth visiting? It absolutely… Read More

If you are interested in religious architecture and medieval history then the Churches in Bruges will not disappoint! I spent two days in this stunning Belgian city. Although most people com… Read More

Welcome to Charleroi! Now, you might just view charleroi as a travel stop off, but don’t worry, most people do. And if I’m honest, I certainly wouldn’t choose Charleroi ove… Read More

Why didn’t anyone intervene during the Rwandan genocide in 1994? Featured Image Credit: Jon Evans. This is a question that I have been recently asked via Quora. The issue of the fai… Read More

Many of you who know me and read my blog are aware that I’m travelling with endometriosis – stage 4. I’m still managing to travel, I just have to take it easy and be consci… Read More

Tunisia is an excellent option for anyone wanting a very adventurous Mediterranean holiday within just a few hours flight time from London. It’s North Africa through and through, but j… Read More

London is one of the most exciting capital cities in the world, yet it is also one of the most expensive. Don’t be put off by this, it is possible to see London on a budget. With some… Read More

Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark is famous for the Little Mermaid statue, a colourful harbour and tasty Danish Pastries. Denmark’s highly efficient tax system means free educati… Read More

So many people ask me why travelling is good for the soul. I am a big advocate of travel – there are many benefits for your physical and mental health. However, what is right for one p… Read More

Last week, I went back to my favorite city in England – Manchester. It holds a special place in my heart as my university city and the place where I bought my first property.Of course… Read More

I’m here to rave about one of my favourite travel destinations today – Poland! So many people ask me ‘is Poland worth visiting?’ For me, it’s a no brainer. This… Read More

Recently, I travelled to and from Barcelona in Spain with Ryanair, from Manchester Airport. This is about the 10th time that I have travelled by plane with hand luggage only… Read More

Before I set out on my last trip to Turkey and Bulgaria, my fabulous aunty Deb sent me the link for www.worldpackers.com. I’ve only just got back home to check it out, and it… Read More

So, you’ve just got one day in the Polish city of Poznań, and you want to know EXACTLY how to spend it? Well, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve just recently spent… Read More

Travelling with asthma can be a challenge. Is Travelling with Asthma Possible? Living with asthma doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t travel. It doesn’t even mean that you can… Read More

Poznań is often overlooked by tourists, and held in the shadow of Krakow as Poland’s top tourist destination. But, did you know that Poznań in Poland has some amazing things… Read More

Before I understood the importance of a slow travel experience, I remember that travel was a stress, because you only had so many days to see a city in, before moving onto the next plac… Read More

Poland is a popular place to visit with its historic cities, stunning countryside and also poignant locations associated with World War II.  There are also plenty of Poland tours from t… Read More

Gdansk is an excellent place to go out drinking or dancing. There are many pubs and bars, with may hidden away in basements of historic buildings. Often the distinction between res… Read More

Have you ever dreamt of swimming with Dolphins in Mexico? Snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef? Exploring the temples of Angkor Wat in Thailand? So why haven’t you? Travel now! Why… Read More

If you’re staying in the North of Poland you simply cannot miss Malbork Castle. It’s the largest castle by surface area in the world and the biggest brick building in E… Read More

I recently spent a cheeky weekend in Gdansk the Northern Polish city with one of the most beautiful old town’s in Europe. I couldn’t say no to a cheap £33 flight direct to… Read More

When people think about travelling to Poland, most of them opt for Krakow or Warsaw. It’s no surprise really, as Krakow is probably the most beautiful Polish city and one of the oldest… Read More

Gdansk is a fantastic place for cultural and educational visits. There are some amazing things to do in Gdansk including excellent museums. Sometimes the places that house them are just as i… Read More

Poland is one of my favourite European destinations and boasts some of the best old town architecture that I have ever seen. Poland is a country that suffered extensively in WW2 seeing many… Read More

OK, I’m a little biased as Liverpool is my current home town, but it’s a great value city and there are so many amazing things to do in Liverpool. It’s a good idea to spend… Read More

I’ve been to Bangkok twice now and lots of other travellers ask me ‘Is Bangkok worth visiting?’ In a nutshell, absolutely! Bangkok has some of the most amazing temples and… Read More

It was just my second day in Jerusalem, and I headed into the old city with a fellow traveller. I didn’t intend to go straight for the Church of the Holy Sepulchre that day, but I&rsqu… Read More

Today’s post is a collaborate post on the best English Cathedral Cities. I asked 10 bloggers for their favourite English Cathedral cities and reasons why. From Durham, to Exeter, here… Read More