Filled with rainforests, amazing coastlines, and adorable sloths, Costa Rica is on many of our bucket lists. Back in 2022, my friend and I headed on a long-planned trip to Costa Rica on a budget. While I love budget-friendly accommodation, I fear my 12-person dorm days are behind me. Instead, we instigated a rule for … Continue reading Where Did We Stay in Costa Rica & Was It Worth It?
How to book a trip to Madeira on a budget
Known as the "Hawaii of Europe", Madeira is fast becoming one of the most popular destinations in Europe. However, heading to an island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean means that costs can rack up quickly. So, here's how to book a trip to Madeira on a budget.
Best Budget Tours and Excursions in Costa Rica
Full of adventure and natural beauty, Costa Rica is a bucket list destination for a lot of us. However, with so many points of interest, it can be tricky to figure out the best things to do in just one trip. Whether you want to learn to surf on the stunning Tamarindo Peninsula, spot whales … Continue reading Best Budget Tours and Excursions in Costa Rica
How to travel to and from European airports on a budget
So, you've found your budget-friendly flights, you've found an Airbnb or hostel room that ticks your boxes, and all you need to do is work out how to get from the airport to the city centre. Suddenly you're faced with expensive taxis and private transfers. So, here's my guide for how to travel to and … Continue reading How to travel to and from European airports on a budget
How to Make the Most Out of Cheap Flights
We all love to bag a deal when it comes to flights - let's be honest it's normally the most expensive part of any trip. So, when cheap flights come up how can you make them work for you, even if they're not your first-choice destination? Whether that means journeying straight out of the airport … Continue reading How to Make the Most Out of Cheap Flights
How to spend three days in Bologna, Italy
Home to beautiful medieval architecture, glittering archways and porticos, and the oldest university in the world, if Bologna isn't on your Italy itinerary, you need to ask yourself why not. Of course, it's also home to bolognese, amazing focaccia, and is in the region home to parmesan, balsamic vinegar, and Parma ham. Safe to say, … Continue reading How to spend three days in Bologna, Italy
I’ve been to the Azores and Madeira. Here’s where you should go.
If you've spent any time on social media recently, you'll have seen reels and posts all about the new "Hawaii of Europe". However, I've seen both the Azores and Madeira being referred to as this, so it's difficult to know which Portuguese Atlantic island chain you should go to. Luckily, I've been to the Azores … Continue reading I’ve been to the Azores and Madeira. Here’s where you should go.