📣 Updated in 2026 I’m lucky enough to have visited Budapest on seven trips which means having plenty of time to soak up all the sights as well as tasting my way around the city. Hungary has some great national dishes like goulash, lángos and chicken paprikash to try. In recent years, Budapest has grown … More 23 places to eat and drink your way around Budapest (2026)
Ever since my Mum worked with a colleague from Latvia 15 years ago, I’ve wanted to visit the Baltic Capital Cities. Finally, in November 2018 I booked flights to Riga with a friend! I visited this beautiful city in March (when the weather was still chilly) and was absolutely not disappointed. It is packed full … More 12 things you must do in fairytale Riga
On a sun-kissed, windswept bay along central California’s coastline hides the town of Carmel-by-the-Sea. This is a town with no street lights and whose mayor was once Clint Eastwood. This is a town with no street addresses and where the wind whistles and whispers through cypress trees that line the cobbled streets. This is a … More 8 reasons to spend a weekend in Carmel-by-the-Sea
A couple of weeks ago I’d never heard of Rutland and I certainly didn’t know that it‘s England’s smallest county. This makes it perfect to explore on a day road trip! The stops are really close together and Rutland’s towns and villages are just picture perfect with gorgeous architecture and the most adorable thatched cottages. … More 7 stops to make on a road trip through Rutland
Oxford is one of the most gorgeous and picturesque cities in England. It’s full of history in particular related to the ancient University and the colleges that make it up. Get lost down every colourful winding alley you find to discover hidden pubs, rainbow coloured houses and amazing architecture. There are so many spots to … More 18 perfect Instagram spots in Oxford
Updated in August 2025 I managed to find a cheeky long weekend flight for under £100 (and only needing to take one day of holiday!) which meant we had two and a half days to explore beautiful Valletta and beyond. I definitely left yearning to return and see even more of this captivating island country … More 10 things you must do when you visit Valletta (2026)
I love Yorkshire. It’s England’s biggest county and often referred to as God’s Own Country. If you’ve spent any time in Yorkshire then you’ll know why. Travel to the West and you’ll find yourself surrounded by rolling hills and dry-stone dykes in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Travel to the East and you hit … More 6 stops you need to make on a roadtrip of the North Yorkshire Coast
Updated for 2025! With a historic town centre, arcades galore and a long sweep of sandy beach Whitby is a popular spot at the best of times and grew even more in popularity during COVID as people chose staycations over heading abroad. It’s a very picturesque seaside town with many things to keep you occupied … More 12 best Instagram spots in Whitby
Hands up if you love trying new drinks and dishes when you travel to a new city 🙋♀️ If you’re like me and love getting stuck into another country’s culture via your tastebuds and your belly then you’re in the right place! Over the last few years it’s something that I’ve been doing more and … More 9 things you must eat and drink in Porto (2026)
Bath is one of those cities that’s brimming with photographic opportunity because of its long and varied history which has influenced its architecture and intriguing buildings. I’ve been lucky enough to visit on three separate occasions, two of which I stayed overnight and of course early morning walks are the best way to enjoy this … More 20 Instagrammable places in Bath