Books have a fantastic way of transporting the reader to a world and time other than their own. Whilst some stories take place in locations that we consider familiar, many manage to portray images of places, cultures and eras around the planet so vividly that they take us to lands that are totally foreign. During …
Menorca 7 Day Itinerary
Menorca – think idyllic beaches for lazy days, hidden sandy coves, scenic hiking trails (for those who are a little more active), quaint towns to wander and sit and watch the world go by, and plenty of ancient monuments for those who can’t resist a bit of history. There’s definitely something for everyone here, but …
17 Best Foods to Eat in Thailand
Everyone dreams of visiting Thailand for the beaches, crystal clear waters and picture-perfect island living… but ask any seasoned traveler what it is that keeps them returning to Thailand again and again… and they’ll tell you: it’s the food. Sure, we might have been inspired to first make the pilgrimage to paradise by Leo and …
Top 5 Game of Thrones Film Locations to Visit
You know nothing Jon Snow! …But we do, we know the Game of Thrones filming locations. From the Icelandic glaciers of the North to the Mediterranean seas of King’s Landing, the Game of Thrones set locations stretch three continents and six countries, after a read of this you’ll be impressing your friends with your GOT …
Swahili Phrases to Learn Before Visiting East Africa
Are you planning a trip to East Africa? Or just interested in learning Swahili? Swahili is spoken in more than 14 countries: Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), South Sudan, Somalia, Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia, Comoros, and as far as Oman and Yemen in the Middle East. We have put …
One Week in Faro (What to See & Do + Itinerary Suggestions)
For too long, Faro has been considered by many as nothing more than a gateway to the Algarve. This charming little city on the edge of Portugal has so much to offer that it would be madness to overlook it as a place to stay. Besides its stunning Old Town and Faro’s long, glorious beach, …
The Best Christmas Markets in Paris
If you’re in any city in Europe around Christmas, you’re bound to find little festive markets popping up all over the place. The tradition, which started in Germany, has been fully adopted by the Parisians, and Paris’ Marchés de Noël are some of the best around. Here’s where to go and how to make the …
8 Best Places to Visit in Catalonia
Catalonia is a wildly popular tourist destination that seems to have it all – a fun, funky and sophisticated cosmopolitan center in Barcelona, the spectacular beaches of the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada, and enough medieval beauty to make you wonder why architecture styles ever changed. There really is more to Catalonia than Barcelona. Okay, …
10 Best Travel Apps
There’s an abundance of travel apps nowadays and during the pandemic, it’s made a lot of us realise how important travel is to us. It’s amazing for the mind, body and soul. But it’s hard to know where to start with all this information glaring at us from our smart phones! Figuring out which ones …
Most Remote Places in the UK
When you’ve had enough of the hustle & bustle of the modern-day world, here are a few of the UK’s remote spots to help you wind down! The idea of living off-grid is popular with people who are looking to regain their independence from the modern world without the need to compromise their quality of …