If you're looking to fly less or just want a slower pace of travel to and from the UK, you might have considered the ferry. While popular ferry ports are in Portsmouth, Plymouth, Harwich, and Dover, there are also ferry options in the North of England, which are easily accessible by train. One such route … Continue reading My honest review of the DFDS Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry
The best things to do in The Azores
Known as the Hawaii of Europe, the Azores are a collection of Portuguese islands in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Africa. Due to the volcanic nature of the islands, you have incredible landscapes, hiking routes, black sand beaches, and coastlines. In recent years, the Azores have exploded in popularity, with more flight routes … Continue reading The best things to do in The Azores
I’ve been to the Swiss Alps and the Dolomites. Here’s where you should go.
With the rise of coolcations and adventure travel, two European heavyweight mountain destinations have been dominating "best of" lists and social media inspiration. The Swiss Alps have historically been the place for outdoor mountain adventure in Europe. However, the Dolomites in Northern Italy are coming up as a more affordable alternative, with the 2026 Winter … Continue reading I’ve been to the Swiss Alps and the Dolomites. Here’s where you should go.
My Honest Review of FlixBus
If you've been following along for a while now, you'll know that I love to travel around by public transport. Not only is it cost-effective, but you often get to see and experience a lot more of a place when you're not stuck behind a steering wheel. While most cities and countries have their own … Continue reading My Honest Review of FlixBus
The best things to do in Reykjavik on a budget
While there are plenty of budget-friendly destinations around the world, Reykjavik isn't known for being one of them. The Icelandic capital is known for expensive - but high quality - knitwear, £10 pints, and generally being a gateway to the natural excursions around the island. However, if you are trying to keep to a budget … Continue reading The best things to do in Reykjavik on a budget
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 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