The first time I visited Barcelona was at the height of summer 2015, and despite the fact that it was chockablock with people, I still fell in love at first sight. The architecture is fantastical, the sun shines almost consistently, and the Catalan way of life is just as warm as that good old sunshine.… Continue reading Barcelona in Winter • It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
The city of Gjirokaster, Albania, is one of the most magical places I have ever been. And of all the things to do in Gjirokaster, I am first and foremost recommending that you stay for at least a night. It is 100% absolutely worth it. *This site uses affiliate links, where I get a small… Continue reading Discovering Gjirokaster, Albania’s Stone City
I'll be honest- the thing that really brought the Greek island of Corfu to my attention, was the fact that The Durrells is set here. You know, the TV series based on the true story of The Durrell family, who moved to the island in 1935. The programme paints a very nostalgic and beautiful picture… Continue reading I Basically Went Time-Travelling…in The Village of Argyrades, Corfu
How do you spend only one evening in Cascais? What some people don't realise is that when you're a crew member of a ship you're technically not getting paid to travel the world; you're getting paid to work, and the travel is a bonus. On the day in question that we arrived in Lisbon, sailing… Continue reading One evening in Cascais (It was pitch dark and I still loved it)
The cruise port of Civitavecchia is often sold as 'The Gateway to Rome', which is a little misleading considering Rome is over an hour away by road. However while many people skip Civitavecchia completely in favour of the Colosseum and other Roman treats, this little port city is worth a look as well. This place… Continue reading Things to do in Civitavecchia, Italy • Docking in Rome
Do you ever have one of those days that you just feel AMAZINGLY LUCKY AND HAPPY ALL DAY LONG? My one day in The Azores Islands in Portugal was one of those days for me- combining a stunning road trip through the island of São Miguel, with delicious food and some downright wonderful company. *This… Continue reading One Day in the Azores
Barcelona is positively overflowing with architectural works of art, and the building that is synonymous with the city is La Sagrada Família, the mammoth Catholic basilica which can be seen from just about any high vantage point across the entire city. In fact, some say that this bad boy is a modern-day Wonder of the… Continue reading La Sagrada Família, Barcelona: photos and stories from a modern day wonder of the world
A Brighton day trip is the perfect get-away from London- in fact, so perfect that people often call it 'London by the Sea.' The Sussex seaside city is a haven for hippies, the 'gay capital' of the UK, and pretty much an anything-goes kind of place. I once saw a man in full 17th century… Continue reading Five Things You Have to See on a Brighton Day Trip
Everybody visits Pisa for the Leaning Tower. It seems to defy gravity, Elphaba style. But there is so much more to this old Italian city than its marvellously crooked bell tower, so here are some of the nooks and crannies and intriguing tales that I've discovered on my visits. I may have visited many times,… Continue reading One Day in Pisa • Tall towers and tall tales
With only one day in Valencia, is it still possible to really soak up the citrusy glow of this wonderful Spanish city? My opinion is, absolutely, you most certainly can. Here's our exact itinerary from the first time I docked in Valencia, in early Autumn. *This site uses affiliate links, where I may earn a… Continue reading One Day in Valencia, Spain
