There are two things that should be said before anything else in this post. First, I'm a firm believer everyone should be following the advice of their governments, and leading health organisations. As well as, taking cues from countries that are faring the pandemic better than others. Following the advice of your government means this … Continue reading 10 Tips for Travelling Safely During COVID
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A Thai Island Day Trip That’ll Leave You Speechless: Hong Island
DAY TRIP IN THE THAI ISLANDS: THE PERFECT PLACE TO VISIT Have you ever visited a place that just blew you away? As in, literally left you speechless? If you have, then you'll know how I felt visiting Hong Island in Thailand's Krabi province. When I cut my trip to Railay short by a day … Continue reading A Thai Island Day Trip That’ll Leave You Speechless: Hong Island
#Take12Trips: August + September
After a pretty low key June and July, August and September felt crazy busy. With a few long weekend trips, as well as city breaks, spread over both months, the weeks flew by. October's also set to be a busy month- I'm taking my first extended chunk of time off this year- spending a few … Continue reading #Take12Trips: August + September
An Afternoon at Hever Castle, Anne Boleyn’s Childhood Home
A fan of the Tudors growing up, I was fascinated by the legacy of Henry VIII and his wives. On my first visit to England, touring Hampton Court was a must. Having crossed a second visit to Hampton Court off my 'London to-do' list last summer, I set my sights on another Tudor related escapade- … Continue reading An Afternoon at Hever Castle, Anne Boleyn’s Childhood Home
Cornish Coastal Town Magic in Penzance
Penzance, the last stop on the Great Western Railway from London. The furtherest west you can go in England, Cornwall is coastal town magic. Wild coastline, beautiful beaches and abundant local customs, it's the British seaside at its best. Where land meets sea, Cornwall is oft referred to as one of England’s best kept secrets. And, … Continue reading Cornish Coastal Town Magic in Penzance
How Helsinki Became One of My Favorite Cities in Europe
Helsinki is truly a hidden gem. A longtime lover of Scandinavia, visiting Iceland, Sweden and Norway ranked high on my list of travel priorities over the past few years. Perhaps because Helsinki and Lapland, and the Faroe Islands, aren't discussed as often as the others, but while Finland was on my radar, it wasn't a … Continue reading How Helsinki Became One of My Favorite Cities in Europe
Down by the Sea in Hastings
Battle of Hastings, 1066. An event and year that've been burned into my memory since 9th grade English history class. A former professor was extremely passionate about England's history, which was a good match for my already developed interest in the Tudors and Britain's royalty. As it turns out the battle was actually fought at … Continue reading Down by the Sea in Hastings
Two Days in Beautiful Belfast
Belfast, a city previously defined by The Troubles, is quick becoming a destination worthy of a city break. Slowly rising from its dark past, Belfast is less crowded and cheaper than Dublin. There for two days before a race weekend in Dublin, I was excited to explore a new city, and see more of the … Continue reading Two Days in Beautiful Belfast
A Summer Night in Peckham
Peckham, one of the places just outside city centre I've wondered about since moving here, but somehow never made it out there to explore. South of the city, it's a place most often referred to as the new Shoreditch. Interested in exploring the city and looking for something to do on a Saturday night, I … Continue reading A Summer Night in Peckham
A Day by the Sea in Margate
Margate, a quintessential British beach town. An old amusement park, sandy beaches, cute pubs, plenty of vintage shops and endless Mr. Whippy. A++ In June, I ventured out to Margate for a day spent seaside. With direct trains running hourly from King's Cross, getting to/from Margate is incredible easy. And, if you want to make … Continue reading A Day by the Sea in Margate