Not only is Notre-Dame de la Garde a stunning landmark- which can be seen from pretty much anywhere in the city- but it's also the official 'sailors church' in Marseille. The inside is an absolute nautical treasure trove. From just about any spot in the French city of Marseille, it's possible to spot the silhouette… Continue reading The Magic of Notre-Dame de la Garde- the ‘sailors church’ in Marseille
The all time best free things to do and places to see in Berlin. (Other than my pal's house, because that doesn't count.) We're talking hotspots here, people, hotspots. I LOVED Berlin, and I'll tell you this for free (get it, for free!?)- I wasn't expecting to. In a slightly macabre way, what makes this… Continue reading Free Things to Do in Berlin (With all the Berlin Photo Inspiration You’ll Need)
When I declared to anyone on the ship who would listen that I was 'soooo excited' that we were docking for one day in Naples, I mostly heard back replies along the lines of 'I hate Naples, it's a dangerous place,' 'I won't bother getting off the ship that day,' and 'Naples is dirty.' In… Continue reading A Winter Day in Naples
It's so incredibly easy to get from Split to Trogir, that I wholeheartedly advise anyone and everyone visiting the city to take a day trip to see the beautiful 'Little Venice' of Dalmatia. The town of Trogir is located on the historic Dalmatian Coast of Croatia, not too far from Split (and in actual fact,… Continue reading A Day Trip from Split to Trogir- Photo Inspiration from the ‘Little Venice’ of Dalmatia
A surprise day off of work in Hamburg gave us the perfect opportunity to spend one night in Berlin. And it was blooming marvellous I tell ya! Here's what we got up to during our very short stay. For the last couple of years, I've spent several months a year living and working in the… Continue reading One Night in Berlin (Peppermint schnapps, feta and big brass bands)
Casco Viejo, Panama City. If you're craving colourful streets and Latin American vibes, this is your spot. Here's all the photo inspiration you need, plus a few tales and tips about this historic gem. Panama's capital city, the imaginatively named Panama City, is located on the country's Pacific coast, right at the entrance to The… Continue reading Exploring Casco Viejo, Panama City
Budapest in summer is a glorious thing! The first time I went to Budapest was around Christmas. The ground was frozen solid and the majority of the city was shrouded in icy mist. It was in fact so freezing cold, and I was so terrified of slipping on the sheets of ice covering the pavements,… Continue reading Budapest in Summer – Photographs, tales and tips from a summer stay in Budapest
The city of Cartagena de Indias is a photographers dream, filled with colourful walls and beautiful bustling streets. Here are some of my favourite places to eat, things to see and things to do in Cartagena, Colombia. Cartagena de Indias Cruise Port When I stepped off the ship in Colombia I was immediately enveloped by… Continue reading Things to Do in Cartagena, Colombia – the most colourful city I’ve ever seen
Spending a weekend in Nottingham with my pals was an absolute treat all round. I'm ashamed to say that I can count on one hand the total number of times I've travelled further North than Cambridge. Two weeks in the Lake District for a show I was performing in, a weekend in Derby aged 11,… Continue reading A Weekend in Nottingham (Coach Trip Edition)
Considering it's a tiny city, there are SO many things to do in Stavanger. And it also makes a great base for exploring the stunning Lysefjord and other nearby natural wonders. Stavanger is a quiet city in the South West of Norway, home to a picturesque harbour and filled with old wooden houses and colourful… Continue reading Things to Do in Stavanger – Norwegian Cruise Port Guide
