Mauritius is an incredible multi-cultural island nation, whose people celebrate their differences, rather than let their differences divide them. Visiting Grand Bassin is the ideal way to learn more about Mauritian Hindu culture, digging deeper than the beautiful beaches this stunning country is known for. Want to skip the story and head straight to the… Continue reading Grand Bassin, Mauritius • Visiting the most sacred place on the island
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Mauritius on a Budget
The island nation of Mauritius is known for being a luxury destination, perfect for honeymooners wanting to lounge in five star tropical paradise. (The lucky old things). So I wasn't expecting to be able to do very much of anything with my own limited funds. Thank goodness that I was oh so very wrong. There… Continue reading Mauritius on a Budget
Bergen on a Budget
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
The Ferry From Santorini to Athens
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 : 10 Things You Need to Know
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
2020. What a Time to Be Alive.
2020. Well that was an EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER OF A RIDE. I don't know about you guys, but I'm still in shock. I warn you now, this might not be an interesting read for anyone else at all. But it's an interesting write, for me. At the very least I'm hoping it'll help me to see… Continue reading 2020. What a Time to Be Alive.
A Weekend in Dresden • The Jewel Box of Germany
A weekend in Dresden- two nights and three days- was the perfect amount of time to spend exploring this elegant city. Here's everything I saw and did with our short time spent there. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. Updated 2026.… Continue reading A Weekend in Dresden • The Jewel Box of Germany
Lost in Bohemian Switzerland
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: The Art of the Weihnachtsmarkt!
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!
From Venice to Burano. Exploring the colourful island in the Venetian lagoon.
Hopping on a vaporetto from Venice to Burano island makes for an idyllic way to spend the day. The Venetian island is home to fishermen and lace-makers, and is famous for its brightly painted houses arranged along narrow canals. Although it's equally as picturesque- and basically a photographers' dream- Burano seems a world away from… Continue reading From Venice to Burano. Exploring the colourful island in the Venetian lagoon.
