Amsterdam is one of my favourite cities in the world, it is the perfect balance of history, culture, architectural beauty and just top notch vibes. Being a Dutchie myself, I have visited on numerous occasions which means I have had the opportunity to tick off the most popular tourist attractions in the past, and can …
You’ve probably heard about the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site based around five pastel coloured towns perched on the beautiful and dramatic coastline of Northern Italy. The best way to explore this area is on foot, with a series of hiking trails not only connecting the famous five, but a whole host of …
When you think about hiking in Europe, destinations such as Switzerland, France, Italy and Norway probably come to mind. While these countries are absolutely stunning and are home to incredible hiking trails, there are numerous other lesser known spots which I think are worthy of your attention. Countries like Slovenia and Slovakia have towering mountains, …
Mallorca, another destination which I have to admit I have wrongly dismissed in the past. I always assumed that it was an island where you sunbathed all day and partied all night. Little did I know that it is home to the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With dramatic peaks and …
Surrey is a beautiful county, jam-packed with quaint villages, rolling landscapes and stunning viewpoints. Since I moved here a couple of years ago, I have taken great pleasure in spending my weekends exploring my new home county and discovering my personal favourite pubs, walks and wild swimming spots. So whether you’re a fellow Surrey dweller, …
Snowdonia is one of the most stunning regions in the UK. It’s home to towering mountains, scenic lakes, dense forests and tumbling waterfalls so there’s plenty for any keen outdosor lover to sink their teeth into. I recently visited with my parents for an active weekend, with a focus on easy-to-access hikes and strolls that …
The Cotswolds is an English area of outstanding natural beauty which covers almost 800 square miles. It spans 5 counties so it is safe to say there is a lot to explore! It is best known for its honey coloured villages, rolling hills, market towns and country houses; and is the perfect place to slow …
As a Yorkshire lass myself I am surprised it has taken me this long to share an article solely dedicated to my home county. I might be a little biased but it is honestly one of the most stunning regions in England. It is home to multiple national parks, a beautiful coastline and historic cities …
I recently took a week offline and escaped to the beautiful British region of Cornwall, known for its endless beaches, gorgeous coastal paths and quaint little towns. The North coast is typically more popular but we chose to stay in a quaint spot in the South – Gorran Haven. It was an idyllic week of …
At the start of this year I told myself that I would explore more of Europe and take advantage of what is on my doorstep. All I can say is DAMN – I am so glad I set myself that goal! As a result of it, I planned an incredible two-week road trip with my …
