As the capital of Andalucia, Seville does not disappoint. It’s one of my favourite cities in Europe, which I’ve visited numerous times. As well as sights, it is just a great place to hang out. So, if you’re short on time, 2 days in Seville is plenty of time to take in all the key […]
Key sights in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a popular place to visit, and regularly features as a stop over destination. There is plenty to do but if you are short on time or just want to hit the key sights in Hong Kong, here’s my recommendations and tips. 1. Victoria harbour There is a Symphony of Lights, daily light […]
Souvenir stamping in Taiwan
Prior to my trip to Taiwan I researched extensively for some local or unique experiences. No different to planning any other trip really. However this time, I also unearthed a bit of info, that for me personally was really quite exciting….. stamping in Taiwan is a ‘thing’. Let me put this into perspective, particularly if […]
10 reasons to visit Taiwan
From simple wan ton soup to an extensive array of snacks on sticks, Taipei offers foods from all around the country. So, you don’t even need to venture out of the capital to enjoy most of Taiwan’s specialities. However, most visitors only stay in Taipei when they visit Taiwan. Despite this, I recommend planning a […]
Paint Matryoshka Russian dolls in St Petersburg
Matryoshka dolls are a typical souvenir from Russia and with so many different colour combinations and themes it’s difficult to pick out that unique set to take home. These beautiful dolls are sold everywhere in Russia, so it’s important to consider the mass produced ones versus the hand painted creations. Some of the themes include […]
Farne Islands puffins, on a visit to Northumberland
Anyone who spent their childhood in the North-East of England is likely to reminisce of regular seaside visits to the coast with buckets and spades and sandy sandwiches. For the rest of us, this part of the World is some what unexplored. My aunt, grew up in Northumberland, and has since returned to the area […]