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
If you're hunting for an off the beaten path destination in Germany, look no further than the Ore Mountains, my friends! Particularly if you love exploring the outdoors. In winter, the Ore Mountains are a snow-covered winter wonderland popular with winter sports enthusiasts. In summer, this lesser-known mountain range (the Erzgebirge, in Deutsch) is quiet… Continue reading Altenberg in Summer • Off the Beaten Path in the Ore Mountains, Germany
The best things to do in Geiranger- the most beautiful Norwegian fjord. In fact, this place is so stunning that Disney animators based Elsa's kingdom of Arendelle on it. Read on to discover this UNESCO World Heritage wonder, and get all the tips on how to visit yourself. *This site contains affiliate links, where I… Continue reading Things to do in Geiranger. An introduction to the most beautiful fjord in Norway.
It's common knowledge that Norway, like its Scandinavian neighbours, is kind of an expensive country to visit. But it is possible to explore without splashing all the cash. Bergen was the first stop on my Norway explorations, and is a city I've revisited again and again. Here's how I managed to explore Bergen on a… Continue reading Bergen on a Budget
Getting the ferry from Santorini to Athens might not be the quickest method of travel, but there's something exquisitely beautiful about skimming across the turquoise Aegean Sea back to mainland Greece. Somehow flying in a plane just doesn't quite compare. Here's everything you need to know about getting the ferry from Santorini to Athens yourself,… Continue reading The Ferry From Santorini to Athens
Rome in winter is absolutely magical. So magical in fact, that despite the fact that I'm no fan of the cold, my favourite time to visit is in the quieter, chillier months of the year. The atmosphere is captivating, the temperature is rather on the icy side, and the city feels like a living working… Continue reading Rome in Winter : 10 Things You Need to Know
Three days in Dresden was the perfect amount of time to spend exploring. This post will give you an inside-out guide to Dresden, plus all the best tips for things to do and architectural gems to marvel at. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no… Continue reading Three Days in Dresden – A Guide to the Jewel Box of Germany
We had been lost in Bohemian Switzerland for four and a half hours before we finally found the road. That opener makes this sound like the beginning of some kind of post-apocalyptic fairytale. And in a way pals, that's exactly what this is. It did happen during 2020, after all. But let's take it right… Continue reading Lost in Bohemian Switzerland
Christmas in Hamburg- 'tis the season to be jolly y'all!! *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. As I'm somehow located in jolly old Germany for this year's Christmas season, it's the first time in my entire life that I've experienced a… Continue reading Christmas in Hamburg: The Art of the Weihnachtsmarkt!
