Texas is a totally amazing state in the United States to visit. With historic cities like San Antonio, vibrant cities like Austin and epic spots in Houston and Dallas, it’s a state that’s got something for everyone. Though don’t be fooled into thinking that Texas is all about its cities! There are a heap of … Continue Reading
Scotland is so beautiful to explore, with some world-class cities (like; Edinburgh and Glasgow), and a heap of stunning islands that are so epic to explore. There are some firm favourites, known across the world, but there’s also a lot more to Scotland than just the big-hitting places you’ve already heard about. This is why … Continue Reading
Copenhagen is a foodie’s dream destination! From the delicious and unique stalls of Paper Island, the freshly caught seafood at Torvehallerne Market to the Meat Packing District, Koedbyen which offers many amazing places to nibble at! There is a real rawness to the Meat Packing District in Copenhagen. It’s definitely a very nourishing experience to wander around the many old … Continue Reading
London is a totally diverse and international city, which, if I’m honest is what makes the best areas of London so special. These are all filled with a huge mix of amazing cultures and yummy food, too. That being said, it can be hard to whittle down some of the best things to do in … Continue Reading
It’s almost Halloween, that time of the year when you can pile on that fake blood, wear the most outrageous clothing, spray paint your hair green and party like it’s 1999! If you’re looking for an exciting evening of horrifying tomfoolery where you can embrace the scare-fest of the spookiest night of the year. This … Continue Reading
Part of the reason we started Hand Luggage Only was to connect with more people who share our passion for travel so I am always delighted when we find out more about anything food or travel related. I still get excited when someone tells me about a restaurant/bar/new attraction that I haven’t been to in … Continue Reading
Now, although Whitechapel has had quite a dark spell in history, it’s now one of the most up-and-coming areas in London. With some pretty fun and easily some of the best things to do in Whitechapel dotted all across the neighbourhood, it’s a great place to explore for a few hours when in London. You … Continue Reading
Tennessee is a beautiful state to explore. I mean, you’ve got a heap of national parks, incredible cities and some of the best BBQ in the US. Yeah, I said it! We had the most epic time on our road trip around the state, especially as we got to explore so many of the best … Continue Reading
Cornwall is an incredible region of Southern England to explore! With stunning coastal towns, some pretty incredible castles and the most beautiful hotels, it’s the kind of place that’s as charming as it is beautiful. This is no more so than with the picturesque coastline that’s home to some of the best beaches in Cornwall … Continue Reading
Despite having an amazing time just relaxing on the most amazing white sandy beach, we very eagerly hurried away from the beach and headed straight for the dock at the Angsana Ihuru Maldives. Why? Well we had a sunset cruise booked and this was definitely one I’d been looking forward to and had no plans to … Continue Reading
There’s so much to see to do in in the city. That’s why we’ve decided to create this ultimate travel guide for Vancouver. Just jump to each of the relevant sections and open the posts that best apply to what you want to do. Throughout my whole time of travelling, I have never felt a … Continue Reading
There are so many great reasons to visit Norway. In fact, I’d even go as far as saying it’s probably hard to find a reason not to! (Yup, even the cold isn’t an excuse as it gets incredibly warm in summer). Like other Nordic countries (here’s looking at you Finland, Iceland, Sweden and Denmark), Norway is one … Continue Reading
Being one of the larger of the Canary Islands, Fuerteventura is a pretty varied and special island to explore. It’s one of those islands that has a little bit of everything and such a diverse landscape that’s amazing for a holiday trip. This is exactly why I wanted to share some of my favourite and … Continue Reading
Look, it can be tough when trying to whittle down a firm plan of spots to explore on your next trip around England, especially if you’re short on time. This is why I wanted to share some of the best places in the south of England to visit on your next trip. Some the cities, others … Continue Reading
