It was quite a surprise to be in Porto, I'll tell you that for free. I was supposed to have left the ship a few days earlier, so when our ship docked at the port of Leixões, I had done absolutely zero research on this wonderful place. I made my way as early as possible… Continue reading A Day Trip to Porto • Docking in Portugal’s Second City
Contrary to popular belief, it's more than possible to visit Santorini on a budget. And although my first visit to the island was for a mere three days- and all by myself- I still got a tonne out of my stay in this Cycladic paradise. Here's why you need to visit Santorini even if your… Continue reading How to Visit Santorini on a Budget
We arrived in Broadstairs on a strangely overcast morning in June, while the sea was battering the harbour wall in mammoth crashes and explosions of saltwater. But the atmosphere did nothing to dampen our moods; at first sight of the golden curve of sand and colourful beach huts below the cliffs, we were all round… Continue reading The Best Things to Do in Broadstairs
There's no denying that Port Isaac is special. Its slate-roofed cottages are nestled around a tiny fishing harbour on the north coast of Cornwall, where boats arrive with their catches in the early morning and children hunt in rock pools for crabs, amongst thick ribbony seaweed. This is an idyllic slice of cozy Cornish life,… Continue reading Things to Do in Port Isaac, Cornwall
Something a little different today, pals. Because today is the day I share with you my experience of one of the many many jobs I have undertaken in my life; the job in question being waitressing in London for an events company. There are dozens of companies like this one in the city centre, renting… Continue reading I ONCE WITNESSED A PROCESSION OF BEEF. (And other bizarre moments from waitressing in London)
The train followed the River Elbe as it meandered all the way from Dresden to the little platform in Königstein, where we hopped off eager to be in the fresh air. We knew absolutely nothing about this little river town; other than that it's a great place to stay to explore Saxon Switzerland National Park.… Continue reading Königstein, Saxony • A guide to the spookiest but prettiest place I ever stayed
The Seven Sisters walk is one of the most famous walks in the south of England, and also one of the most beautiful. Stretching along the stunning chalk coastline of the South Downs National Park, there are several iconic locations along the way; whether you complete the Seven Sisters walk all in one go or… Continue reading Seven Sisters Walk • Hiking on East Sussex’s famous cliffs
Early this summer I managed to get down to Cornwall for the very first time in my entire life; and let me tell you this for free, it is one BEAUTIFUL part of England. We spent 4 days in Cornwall, based on the northern coast near the tiny town of Camelford. And as my very… Continue reading Cornwall Itinerary : 4 Days in Cornwall
A La Ronde is somehow unique from the other National Trust properties in Devon. The story of the Parminter Cousins- trailblazing female travellers before their time- definitely has something to do with it. The 18th century souvenirs crammed into glass cabinets galore is also rather intriguing. And then there's the house itself, all sixteen quirky… Continue reading National Trust Properties in Devon • The Tale of the Parminter Cousins and the Hexagonal House
The Bastei Bridge is one of Saxony's most famous landmarks. A stunning stone bridge high up in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, this beauty wouldn't look out of place in Game of Thrones or Lord of the Rings. In fact, I wouldn't have batted an eyelid at the sight of an elven queen or some kind… Continue reading The Bastei Bridge Hike • Hiking to Saxony’s Most Stunning Landmark
