Europe, France

Bordeaux to St Émilion by Train – the best things to do in Saint-Émilion

There are plenty of tours available to Saint-Émilion. But what if you want to explore this quaint little village at a more leisurely pace? Here's how to get from Bordeaux to St Émilion by train, and all the best things to do once you're there. The medieval village of Saint-Émilion is a tiny but world-renowned… Continue reading Bordeaux to St Émilion by Train – the best things to do in Saint-Émilion

Saranda beach from above
Albania, Europe

Saranda, Albania • Exploring the heart of the Albanian Riviera

Saranda, Albania. Also known as Sarandë, and Sarande, this colourful Mediterranean city is a great place to stay if you want to explore more of the Albanian Riviera. If any place in the world ever involves the word 'riviera,' you can pretty much guarantee that means it will be beautiful, and the Albanian Riviera- a… Continue reading Saranda, Albania • Exploring the heart of the Albanian Riviera

Saranda beach at sunset
Albania, Europe

Is Albania Safe for Solo Female Travellers?

Is Albania safe for solo female travellers??? To be honest. The main reason I decided to visit Albania was because I saw how quick, easy, and cheap it is to reach it by ferry from the Greek island of Corfu. I was in Corfu anyway, so why not add Albania on to the itinerary!? I… Continue reading Is Albania Safe for Solo Female Travellers?

A line of surfboards on Waikiki Beach
Hawaii, USA

A Solo Trip to Hawaii • Exploring Honolulu on a budget

The stunning seaside city of Honululu has a reputation for being an expensive destination, but even on a solo trip to Hawaii it's possible to explore on a tight budget. Here's my guide to going solo in Oahu island's big city. * This site uses affiliate links, which earn me a small commission for purchases… Continue reading A Solo Trip to Hawaii • Exploring Honolulu on a budget

Close up of blossom on a tree
Oregon, USA

Three Days in Portland Oregon

I arrived into Portland on the Coast Starlight Amtrak train, having left Sacramento the night before. The train had chugged through the snow-capped mountains of Northern California and Southern Oregon all through the night until we finally pulled into Portland's Amtrak station in a haze of drizzling rain the following afternoon. I was spending three… Continue reading Three Days in Portland Oregon

pink flowers in front of mountain view
Albania, Europe

Gjirokastra Albania (That time I fell in love with an actual town)

The city of Gjirokastra, Albania is one of the most magical places I have ever been. All research that I'd done prior to my arrival in Albania, was that many a person makes a day trip from Sarandë to Gjirokastra; but not so many opt to stay overnight in the mountain city. And I am… Continue reading Gjirokastra Albania (That time I fell in love with an actual town)

skinny palm trees at sunset on kuaui
Hawaii, USA

Kauai Solo Travel Guide- Three Days on the ‘Garden Island’ of Hawaii

Travelling to Hawaii alone- particularly when it comes to Kauai solo travel- isn't really the done thing. This is the island of couples retreats and honeymoons galore. But that definitely does not mean you should write off a solo trip to Hawaii- it is 100% possible to explore this stunning island on your own, and… Continue reading Kauai Solo Travel Guide- Three Days on the ‘Garden Island’ of Hawaii

street in Valencia
Europe, Spain

One Day in Valencia, Spain

One day in Valencia is not enough! I only had such a short time because I was docked in Valencia on a cruise ship, but however minimal my time there was, I still managed to appreciate the city and find plenty to do. Spain's third largest city after the far busier Madrid and Barcelona, Valencia… Continue reading One Day in Valencia, Spain

tree with stormy sky in the Mallorca countryside
Europe, Spain

Road trip Mallorca : From Palma to Andratx

It wasn't actually our plan to go for a road trip in Mallorca. It was the island's off-season and my pal and I had been strolling around the little suburb of Cala Major- a pretty little sandy beach on the outskirts of Palma. We had no real plan for what to do that day other… Continue reading Road trip Mallorca : From Palma to Andratx

reflections of pastel coloured buildings
Europe, Italy

What to do in Livorno, Tuscany’s Port City

Most visitors arrive in the city of Livorno by cruise ship, ready to head out into the surrounding Tuscan countryside or to the nearby cities of Florence, Pisa, or Lucca. Don't get me wrong, it makes sense that you'd want to head further afield to the more interesting, classically beautiful places. But what to do… Continue reading What to do in Livorno, Tuscany’s Port City