Guys. Call me a weird one, but I love a good roadside attraction. Especially in the USA, where bigger is almost always better. And this fruit stand in Hollister is more than just a novelty destination, because Casa de Fruta is a retro-aesthetic DREAM ZONE. Not only is it covered with vintage advertising from throughout… Continue reading Casa de Fruta, California • A retro roadside experience in Hollister
Let's face it pals- you're almost guaranteed to be in paradise wherever you venture on this stunning Indian Ocean island. But most visitors to Mauritius tend to stay in the west, where there are more resort towns and generally calmer waters. Here's my personal guide to the best beaches in Mauritius, along with tips for… Continue reading Best Beaches in Mauritius: West Coast Edition
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
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
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. 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- 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
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
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.
This little seaside town in Sussex is beautiful in its own right, but its close proximity to so much beautiful nature makes it the ideal base to explore the great outdoors! Here are my favourite Eastbourne walks, all either within the town or easily accessible close by. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn… Continue reading Eastbourne Walks. The best walks around Eastbourne, East Sussex.
