After getting to Argentina (which you can read here), we’re finally off sailing the Drake Passage to Antarctica. Truth be told, it’s part of the trip that we were the most anxious about. Especially as this crossing can take up to 48 hours. I’ll explain why. Before that, just to quickly recap, so far we’d … Continue Reading

If you’re road-tripping from Memphis to New Orleans, you’ll almost certainly stop in Jackson. It’s a perfect stopping point if you’re following Route 55 and a great place for a little day trip, or overnight stay to rest up. Not only that, there are heaps of the best things to do in Jackson that are … Continue Reading

Sitting right on the border between England and Wales, Chester is one gorgeous city to visit whilst exploring the north of England. Not only that, there are heaps of the best things to do in Chester dotted across this walkable city.  Now, Chester is the kind of city you can visit for a day (or … Continue Reading

If you want to know the best things to do in Merida in Mexico, this is the post for you because the very next day, i.e. on our second day in Merida (after our first evening at La Negrita) we started the day poring over our plans to visit the city as we had breakfast. … Continue Reading

Travelling by train from the UK to France and Switzerland is much easier than you think. Not only that, it’s actually a really great way to travel, especially if you want the freedom to travel around multiple places on your trip, all whilst enjoying the views from the trains. So, to help you get the … Continue Reading

So you’ve arrived in Milan and only have a day (or a few hours) to fully explore the city before you have to leave. Well, here are 5 things to do in Milan when you’re short on time but still want to make the most of this beautiful Italian city! If, of course, you have … Continue Reading

If you’re planning on visiting the UK (or if you already live in the UK) then you should definitely try to see at least one. Each one of these buildings is impressive in its own rights and forms such a strong part of the UK’s history that you would be hard-pressed not to love. You … Continue Reading

This is a fairly quick post and is the first of two posts! The next one will follow very shortly. Effectively, as you can see from the photos at the top of the Eiffel Tower, I love cityscape photos; especially ones taken at dusk. I’ve been fortunate enough to have been at the top of … Continue Reading

My friend had been saying for months (almost a whole year actually) that she wanted to celebrate her birthday somewhere outside of the UK and as amazing as the idea was, the process of organising flights and accommodation for even 4 people is daunting to me at the best of times let alone organising for a … Continue Reading

This tiny little island located in Devon in the UK is one of the UK’s best-kept secrets. Located at one of the lowest points you can get to in the UK, this tidal island is actually connected to the mainland at low tide and is truly the epitome of ideal British country living. Oh and … Continue Reading

A quick journey through Hong Kong via a collection of photos I took. Needless to say, more detailed blog posts with tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your time and money when visiting will be coming up soon but for now, take a little journey through Hong Kong… Buddhist Monk … Continue Reading

These words struck such a cord with me as they are very much in line with the first point I made in this post here. Here’s hoping these sage words of wisdom courtesy of Meryl Streep gives you some strength, courage or even a bit of cheering up this week… “I no longer have patience for certain … Continue Reading

Truth be told, you can visit almost any country in Europe and find some incredible casltes. From the historic grand castles of England, the unique castles in Sweden and the fairytale-like castles in Germany, there’s a heap to see. This makes it totally easy to find some pretty castles in Europe, no matter what country … Continue Reading

This is one of those posts that you’re gonna need a pretty huge cuppa tea, some biscuits or perhaps even a scone or two slathered with clotted cream and (strawberry) jam to go with the post as it is rather ‘picture heavy’ so I’ll give you a minute or two to get yourself prepared. All … Continue Reading