London is apparently the most visited city in Europe – so I’m really lucky that it’s on my doorstep! It’s not a cheap place to go to but there are a few ways to explore London on a budget. Surprisingly many of the iconic sites and places are actually free. As a Londoner I’ve experienced […]
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London transport tips for visitors
Transportation in London is one of the most expensive in Europe. There are numerous options for getting around and these can be confusing to a regular in London. So how visitors are meant to work it all out, I do not know! This post summarises London transport tips for visitors from both overseas and out […]
Experience Las Fallas, Valencia
As brighter days appear and the hibernation period comes to an end, it’s time to start planning for springtime. What’s on your destination list for this year? In Valencia the arrival of Spring is celebrated with a unique tradition, combining art and fire. If you get the chance to experience Las Fallas, do not miss […]
Bath in all seasons
A mere 90 minutes out of London by train, and away from the busy capital. Bath offers a fresh perspective and a stepping stone to many other places outside of London. The best thing is that you can visit Bath in all seasons in any weather.
Ljubljana in a day
Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia, and in my view an under-rated part of Eastern Europe. With diverse history, architecture and interesting culture and traditions, I love travelling in this part of the world and can’t recommend it enough. Consider taking a trip and if you do here’s a few notes from my visit which […]
10 picks from Amsterdam
The statistics I read in the in flight magazine stating there are 880,000 bicycles and only 780,000 residents, is actually believable. I wonder how many tourists choose to take this mode of transport through the city when they visit Amsterdam. It was certainly for me (as a bike novice), safer to remain on foot.