Last April I visited Belgium’s capital city with some friends from University. We took the Eurostar from St Pancras on a cloudy Saturday morning and arrived back the following evening. When the journey is just over two hours it’s such an easy way to travel to Brussels! That said, the trip did get off to … More 10 ways to spend a weekend in Brussels
Munich might be Germany’s third biggest cities but it’s perfect for a weekend break and there’s plenty to immerse yourself into the best known city in Bavaria. Whilst you’ve likely heard of Munich for its epic Oktoberfest there’s still lots to see even out of the Oktoberfest season. So make sure you save this for … More 9 ways to spend a weekend in Munich
Beautiful historic York is conveniently located on the LNER East Coast line just a couple of hours from both London & Edinburgh as well as a couple of hours away from Manchester and less than an hour by car from Leeds. This makes it super easy to get to in the UK and its compact … More 11 ways to spend a weekend in York
The medieval city of Bruges is one of the most magical places in Europe. With winding cobblestone streets, meandering canals and houses like gingerbread, it’s hard not to feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale! Bruges is a compact city with a lot of the sights packed into the centre which makes it ideal for … More 11 ways to spend a weekend in Bruges
I was only supposed to live in Leeds for eight months which turned into six years…! It’s given me plenty of time to explore this northern city and get to know some of the best things to do as well as places to eat and drink. Similar to York, Leeds is pretty well placed to … More 8 ways to spend a weekend in Leeds
[AD] Over the last few weeks I’ve been discovering the lovely district of Hambleton in North Yorkshire. It’s nestled between the rugged North York Moors to the east and the limestone landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales to the west with lovely rolling green fields, charming historic market towns, sleepy villages and plenty of attractions for … More 15 places to discover in Hambleton
I lived in Oxford four years whilst studying for my Masters of Chemistry (at Jesus College) and had plenty of time to explore every corner of this beautiful city! It’s very close to London to enjoy for a day trip but I would recommend a weekend to really take in all of the sights. Given … More 16 things you must do in Oxford
The beautiful city of Munich is located in southern Germany and is the capital of the historic county of Bavaria. It’s famous for its stunning architecture, beer halls and of course Oktoberfest! While you’re there check out these 10 Instagrammable locations to share with your followers! Top Tip – Data RoamingIf you’re visiting Munich from … More 10 Instagrammable locations in Munich
The charming city of Gdańsk is situated on Poland’s coast, looking out to the Baltic Sea and is a wonderful place to spend a weekend. Yet, since its roots in the 10th century, the city has suffered a tumultuous history over the years. Gdańsk has spent time being ruled by various groups (including autonomously) due … More 11 best things to do in Gdańsk