Deciding whether or not to embark on Highland Explorer Tours’ unforgettable 3-day adventure through the Scottish Highlands? In this post, I share my honest review of the Highland Explorer Tour in the Highlands and detail everything that you can expect along the way.
Read MoreRoadside accommodation is no longer exclusively crappy rooms that smell of cigarettes with questionable comforters. No sir. In 2021, the motel is making a comeback thanks to the road trip renaissance we’ve seen with the current halt on international travel. Enter Mollie’s Motel. Aptly located along the A420 motorway between Oxford and the Cotswolds, Mollie’s has taken the idea of a motor hotel and integrated beautiful design elements, simple amenities, and a sense of nostalgia to create a modern, more sophisticated motel.
Read MoreTring is best suited for those looking at longer trips around the UK, couples needing a quiet weekend away from London, or people who live in the UK and are searching for a laid-back “staycation”. Regardless, if you’ve found yourself here on my blog {psst…thanks for reading and continuing to support this space}, I think it’s only fair I make the best case for why Tring and Berkhamsted should be pinned on your Google Map.
Read MoreTucked away down a tree-lined driveway is Pendley Manor, Tring’s premier, luxury accommodation. Peacocks roam the pristine 35-acres the hotel sits on in rural Hertfordshire. Combine all the beauty of Pendley with its proximity to Harry Potter Studios and you’ve got yourself a winning UK getaway.
Read MorePhotos and videos are my favourite way to document my time in a place. And, while Krakow tends to steal Warsaw’s thunder, Warsaw is filled with quirky corners and incredible architecture that make for some beautiful photo opportunities. Here are eight of the coolest.
Read MoreBrimming with history, covered by art, and sprinkled with green spaces— welcome to London, the capital of the United Kingdom and one of the most expensive cities in Europe. London is a buzzing metropolitan with no shortage of things to see, places to eat, and events happening. I’ve combined years of visiting and living in the wonderful city of London to create an epic travel guide to England’s most visited city.
Read MoreThe cold weather scares some people away from London at Christmas time, but I think it’s the most magical time of the year in this capital city. The lights are exquisite and the holiday cheer is palpable. In order to fully appreciate just how much there is to see and do in this city where I’m now basing myself {for a whileeeeeee}, it’s only right to show you around the delights of London in the winter.
Read MoreResponsible travelers planning a more eco-friendly trip to London can rest assured; the city has a relatively new hotel that makes being green easy for visitors. Surrounded by world-famous street art and just steps away from the easy-to-navigate Underground, the Corner Hotel is the environmentally-minded design hotel the city didn’t know it needed.
Read MoreMany of the quaint villages nestled inside Devonshire go unnoticed by travelers. This is the case with Beer, a lovely seaside village that is quintessentially British in all its charm. Sea air, coastal walking paths, and fresh fish and chips make this fishing community a cute stop if you’re traveling through the South of England.
Read MoreNestled in England’s Lake District is the country’s highest peak, Scafell Pike. Most avid hiker in the U.K will have Scafell Pike on their bucket list, but knowing how to prepare yourself doesn’t have to be a daunting task. I’ve compiled all the information from my recent hiking trip to make this complete guide for those wanting to hike the peak!
Read MoreTickets to visit Harry Potter Studios pre-global pandemic were hard to come by. Recently, however, we realized that Harry Potter Studios was right nearby Tring {where we were spending our “would-be-wedding-weekend”} and tickets were available! Most any experience is different now thanks to necessary COVID precautions being put into effect, but we were all pleasantly surprised with how “normal” our day touring the studios felt.
Read MoreWow, oh wow, were we blown away by the Lake District! We spent four blissful days over my birthday hiking, getting soggy in the mist, and eating simple meals cooked over a campervan hob. Usually, I’d try to visit multiple times to perfect an itinerary, but honestly I feel like we really nailed our Lake District journey on this first go. So I’m sharing with you the very specific details of our trip and our four-day itinerary.
Read MoreThe beautiful banks of the Duoro River call for late evenings spent strolling the streets of Porto. And, late nights call for slower starts to the day— enter brunch. The city of Porto is reflected in its brunch scene. It’s diverse and ultra laidback. If you’re on the hunt for the best brunch in Porto, whether you’re looking for #basic avocado toast or more traditional Portuguese breakfast cuisine, this post has your cravings covered. It also includes a map to help you find all the delicious dining options mentioned in this post {I gotchu}.
Read MoreIn June, Luke and I took hopped into a stranger’s car in Salamanca, Spain, on a Sunday morning and rode several hours to Seville, in the southern part of the country. We didn’t hitchhike. We didn’t know the man we rode with and hadn’t met him beforehand. So how did we do it? We signed up for BlaBlaCar!
Read MoreSofia, Bulgaria, should be on your radar! It’s an affordable European destination that is criminally underrated by travelers. A scrumptious food scene, thriving art community, and riveting history make Sofia a great addition to any European itinerary.
Read MoreWith Pancake Day {i.e. Shrove Tuesday} right around the corner, and London being a foodie’s dream city, I figured some of you might be wondering where to find the best pancakes in London. That’s why I put together a post specifically for the upcoming “holiday” so that you would be able to easily navigate London and all the short stack bliss that awaits.
Read MoreWhile Spanish cuisine might have a reputation for being meat-centric, there are plenty of options for authentic vegetarian tapas in Seville. The city, which is the largest in the Andalusia region, has a thriving food culture that caters to more than just its carnivorous residents.
Read MoreWondering how to spend a week exploring Bosnia + Herzegovina on the open road? I’ve created an epic road trip itinerary that includes delicious local cuisine, historical sites, stunning scenery, and cultural museums.
Read MorePlanning 3 days in Istanbul? Discover the highlights and hidden gems of Istanbul with this comprehensive 3-day travel itinerary.
Read MoreI couldn’t wait to head to Croatia this summer. I had heard about its stunning beaches and had read all about the Game of Thrones shooting locations. And then…I arrived. This is probably going to get a lot of internet hate, but…I didn’t love Croatia. I liked it, sort of. But I wouldn’t rush back. Yes, there was plenty to see and no, I didn’t have a bad time. Not every place is “for” everybody, and Croatia just wasn’t “for” me.
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