Stiniva Cove is a stunningly pretty beach on the Croatian island of Vis. It’s not easy to reach, but that’s what makes a visit to Stiniva even more special- and rewarding. Here’s how to get to Stiniva Cove, officially one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small… Continue reading Stiniva Cove, Vis • How to hike to one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches
The quirky neighbourhood of Sankt Pauli is one of the best areas to eat in the beautiful city of Hamburg, Germany. Independent, locally-owned restaurants line the streets, all full of character and some downright delicious taste sensations. Here are my favourite St Pauli restaurants for when you’re in the area and feeling peckish. *This site… Continue reading St Pauli Restaurants • The best places to eat in Hamburg’s quirkiest neighbourhood
Sankt Pauli is a neighbourhood I hold dearly in my little lost heart. Which might be a surprise to regular readers; I'm an off the beaten path kind of a gal, often to be found hiking in the wilderness or bumbling through obscure villages with only a handful of residents. Gritty inner-city red light districts… Continue reading A Guide to Sankt Pauli, Hamburg
Vik, Norway. Not to be confused with Vik, Iceland. Or Vic Reeves, comedian. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. The little village of Vik was a surprise addition to our itinerary, re-routed away from the Baltic Sea after the Russian invasion… Continue reading The Beauty of Vik, Norway
Ammoudi Beach is easy to miss, because it's tricky to reach. But whether you're a thrill-seeker in search of the best cliff jumping spot in Santorini, or are simply after a swim and a sun-tan (I fall into the latter group, soz folks), this unique little corner of the island is gorgeous and downright wonderful.… Continue reading Ammoudi Beach • The best cliff jumping spot in Santorini
A guide to the best Bergen restaurants and coffee shops. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. In Bergen, it rains. It rains, a lot. In fact I've had to shelter from the rain in this little Norwegian city more times than… Continue reading Bergen Restaurants and Coffee Shops • My Personal Faves in Norway’s Second City
Almost 300 steps pave the way downhill to a huddle of restaurants, tavernas and fishing boats, nestled around a crescent bay at the foot of the cliffs of Oía. An old Venetian castle perches high up on the red rocks, overlooking the zig-zagging pathway where donkeys lazily flick flies from their eyelashes in the heat.… Continue reading Amoudi Bay Santorini • In the Shadow of Oía
Casa Batlló inside: is it worth paying to visit Gaudí's famous 'house of bones?' Barcelona is characterised by its weird and wonderful buildings, built in the Catalan Modernista style. Crazy shapes, flowing lines and bright colours can be seen across the whole city, making it a unique place to visit. Although there were several architects… Continue reading Casa Batlló Inside and Out
I wasn’t planning on walking from Fira to Imerovigli and on to Skaros Rock; it just sort of happened. Three kilometres may be quite a distance to accidentally walk the length of, but the hike from Fira to Imerovigli is so beautiful that it was a relatively easy walk to stumble into. Things got slightly… Continue reading Fira to Imerovigli and Skaros Rock • Hiking in Santorini
Funchal, on the Portuguese island of Madeira, is a port city filled with the scent of flowers and fruit, and people bustling here there and everywhere. Although there are plenty of visitors to Madeira who can spend time slowly exploring the place, there are just as many who arrive on cruise ships, with only a… Continue reading Things to do in Funchal, Madeira
