The ICEHOTEL in Sweden is one of the World’s most incredible (and possibly the coldest) hotels to stay in. Perched in the Arctic Circle in jukkasjärvi, it’s definitely a bucket-list experience that everyone should have at least once. Each year, artists from around the world are flown into the pristine wilderness around jukkasjärvi for the most amazing art … Continue Reading
Okay, so this isn’t normally the type of post I write, but I really wanted to share something personal with you. Over the course of the last 18 months, my weight has slowly crept up by 24lb (almost 11kg)! At first I didn’t notice it… then, after a while, I tried to “ignore” it until … Continue Reading
Hong Kong is an epic city to visit! This is especially true if you want to explore all the best things to do on a weekend in Hong Kong. Its always been a place I’ve wanted to visit and after living in Singapore, Yaya and I made the hop for a weekend trip to Hong … Continue Reading
Scotland is a totally beautiful country to visit! From the big cities like Edinburgh and Glasgow to the smaller coves and dramatic mountains of the Highlands, it’s totally stunning. That being said, there’s also a heap of the best islands in Scotland that you should definitely consider, too. With places like the Isle of Skye … Continue Reading
There are around fifty countries nestled within the borders of Europe! That, alone, makes for a lot of countries to explore. Now, you’ve got the big-hitting countries like; England, Germany and France to visit but you’ve also got a heap of the best small countries in Europe that are incredible to explore. Honestly, there are … Continue Reading
A Burns night and the Burns poem is a national institution and something I became accustomed to during my time at university in St. Andrews, Scotland. Plus, the whole of Fife is stunning, so that made it really easy to fall in love with. It’s something that is celebrated with great flair and affection in … Continue Reading
Yup, Up Helly Aa is as fierce as it looks. Hoards of angry Vikings and their burning ships surround the Shetland Islands on an annual basis; bringing mayhem to the local community that just can’t get rid of those pesky Vikings. Or, so I assume if we had lived 1,200 years ago. It’s one epic … Continue Reading
Paris is a beautiful city to explore, there are so many incredible places to see, markets to visit and, of course, the views from the Eiffel Tower. Best of all, you can see lots of these things to do on a weekend in Paris. All are pretty easy to find and really fun to see. … Continue Reading
New Orleans is one of those incredible cities that you don’t forget easily. Its buzzing energy and (without sounding too corny) its soul seem to stay with you long after you leave. I stayed a few short days in New Orleans, before heading west too, “Houston, Texas… baby!” (Sorry, I couldn’t resist a Beyonce song … Continue Reading
Covent Garden is one of the best areas in London that seems to attract lots of visitors and Londoners alike! That being said, it’s easy to see why… especially with all the yummy restaurants, alleys to explore and the best things to do in Covent Garden. Honestly, if it’s your first time in London and … Continue Reading
One of the best things about all the amazing areas in London is how diverse each of their foodie scenes is. You see, neighbourhoods like; Covent Garden, Whitechapel and Kings Cross all have their fair share of amazing restaurants, with Notting Hill being no exception. Now, in my opinion, there are a heap of the … Continue Reading
London is often seen to be an expensive city to visit, especially if you are travelling from a country where the exchange rate is not in your favour. That being said, there are some really easy and nifty ways to visit London on a budget that each visitor can follow. Now, one thing that I … Continue Reading
Okay, totally biased but I love Wales! Being Welsh, you couldn’t expect anything else really. Though, pushing my bias aside, there are so many beautiful and best things to do in Wales that really make it a stunning country to explore. For a relatively small country, we pack a hefty punch in gorgeous places to … Continue Reading
The way we choose to travel and particularly where we plan on staying can be a very personal choice, with a number of factors that influence our decision making. Before I ever decide on where to go, I tend to set myself a very clear set of “guidelines” to help find the right place. For … Continue Reading
