Spice up your life on the Spice Island. (No really, do: that's it's actual unofficial name.) Along with Dominica, which is similarly stunning, Grenada is one of my favourite Caribbean nations. The volcanic island has stunning beaches, an absolutely gorgeous mountainous interior crammed full of tropical vegetation, and its capital and home to its cruise… Continue reading Things to do in St Georges Grenada
I'll be frank: a South England road trip during the Autumn meant that the weather was completely unpredictable. (When is the weather in England not unpredictable?) But there's something about the turning of the seasons from summer to fall that evokes all the atmospheric spirit of a Jane Eyre novel, particularly down south. It's not… Continue reading A South England Road Trip in Autumn
Hiking in Sapa was undoubtedly the best part of our ten day trip through Vietnam, with a hilarious local guide and some of the most stunning landscapes I've ever set eyes on. *This website uses affiliate links, where I earn a small commission at no cost to the reader. We booked our two day trekking… Continue reading Hiking in Sapa, Vietnam
Don't get me wrong- the beaches in St Kitts are beautiful and plentiful. (There are a few included in this post.) But there is SO MUCH MORE to see on this stunning Caribbean island. Culture, nature, and Caribbean soul. Whether you're docking in Basseterre cruise port on a ship, or even if you're staying on… Continue reading Basseterre Cruise Port • How to spend one day in St Kitts
We arrived in Vis Town one afternoon in late September, after a road trip along the mountainous coastline of Croatia and a ferry crossing from the city of Split. The journey from the mainland only lasted a couple of hours, but after a long day in the car the muscles were starting to ache. We… Continue reading Vis Town, Croatia • Livin’ la vida local on Dalmatia’s quietest island
A tried-and-tested 10 day Vietnam itinerary, for all your planning necessities! This travel itinerary is the perfect introduction to northern Vietnam, and includes a mixture of city exploration, outdoor adventures and a smattering of cultural experiences to make the most out of limited time. I’m normally more of a slow-travelling kind of a girl,… Continue reading A 10 day Vietnam Itinerary • How we made the most of 10 days in Vietnam
Maybe you're getting ready to go on your first contract on a cruise ship, or perhaps you've been doing this for a while and are a bit of a disaster zone when it comes to packing. (I myself am a bit of a disaster zone when it comes to this task, but that's mainly because… Continue reading What to pack when working on a cruise ship • The best packing list for crew members
The first time I walked down a street in Antsiranana, I felt as if I was walking down a street on another planet. It was the biggest culture shock I'd had to date, but I loved every second of it. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make,… Continue reading Antsiranana, Madagascar • Docking in Diego Suarez
Eidfjord Norway cruise port isn't the busiest or most well-known of stops on a Norwegian fjords cruise. But the sleepy village atmosphere, coupled with the beautiful variety of hiking paths along rivers, around wild mountains and through wide open fields, ensured that Eidfjord very quickly became my favourite stopping point. And guys, let me tell… Continue reading Eidfjord Norway Cruise Port • A guide to my favourite stop in all the fjords
Plenty of tourists arrive in Santorini for a slice of the luxury lifestyle; the island is full of cave hotels with private hot tubs and views to die for. But others want a bit more activity on their holidays. And that is where hiking in Santorini comes in. The Cyclades' most famous island is actually… Continue reading Hiking in Santorini • The Best Hikes on the Island
