The question 'is Marseille worth visiting' comes up time and time again whenever I mention that I've spent a lot of time in France's second city. And plenty of people will tell you that no, it is not worth visiting at all. However, pals, I am not one of those people. This city may be… Continue reading Is Marseille Worth Visiting? Why this diamond in the rough gets a ‘yes’ from me
After ideas for what to do in Ferrol, Spain? This Galician city has a strong nautical heritage and an identity which is worlds apart from Spain's southern coastline; read on for the best things to do in Ferrol. *This site uses affiliate links, where I may earn a small commission at no cost to the… Continue reading What to do in Ferrol, Spain- A guide to Galicia’s port city
I'd read a few guides on this beautiful national park in Croatia while researching our trip. But in hindsight I'm wondering how many of them were a completely honest guide to Krka National Park? *This site uses affiliate links, where I may earn a small commission, at no cost to the reader. Pinterest, Instagram and… Continue reading Krka National Park, Croatia (Expectation v Reality, and the problem with #instatravel)
Tuscany is one of the most-visited regions of Italy, famous for its rolling hills, scenic views and quaint villages. And don't even get me started on the regions most famous cities- Florence and Pisa. But if you're looking for somewhere off the beaten path in Tuscany, check out this incredible hidden gem. Here's how I… Continue reading One Day in Lucca – the hidden gem of Tuscany
Florence at any time, is exquisitely beautiful. But Florence in winter has a special kind of magic about it. I was rather on the sad side when I realised that that day when we docked in Tuscany would be an extra chilly one. I'd wanted to go to Florence for months since we'd begun a… Continue reading Florence in Winter – a day trip from Livorno
Is Paphos worth visiting? I'm going to go out on a limb here and say absolutely yes it is. Once a Brits-abroad haven- mentioned in the same thread as places like the Canary Islands or Mallorca- this ancient city is full of hidden gems. There's plenty of activities on these Cypriot streets catering to the… Continue reading Is Paphos Worth Visiting? • A Surprising Stay in Cyprus
Not only is Notre-Dame de la Garde a stunning landmark- which can be seen from pretty much anywhere in the city- but it's also the official 'sailors church' in Marseille. The inside is an absolute nautical treasure trove. From just about any spot in the French city of Marseille, it's possible to spot the silhouette… Continue reading The Magic of Notre-Dame de la Garde- the ‘sailors church’ in Marseille
As we drove through the limestone, shrub-speckled hills of Dalmatia with the sea behind us and mountains ahead, I couldn't actually see where Klis Fortress was. Apparently it was directly ahead, then kind of to the left, then kind of ahead again. I was beginning to think that my eyes needed testing, when I realised… Continue reading Klis Fortress • Game of Thrones and Croatian Castles
The all time best free things to do and places to see in Berlin. (Other than my pal's house, because that doesn't count.) We're talking hotspots here, people, hotspots. I LOVED Berlin, and I'll tell you this for free (get it, for free!?)- I wasn't expecting to. In a slightly macabre way, what makes this… Continue reading Free Things to Do in Berlin (With all the Berlin Photo Inspiration You’ll Need)
The Palau de la Música Catalana Barcelona may well be the most beautiful building in the city. Without a doubt this is one of the most stunning places I've ever stepped foot inside, and with any luck these photos will give you a sense of the brilliance of this lesser-known gem. *This site uses affiliate… Continue reading The Palau de la Música Catalana, Barcelona – inside one of the most beautiful buildings in the world
