Milan Travel Guide: Aperitivo, Icons, and Hidden Gems
Milan is a city of fashion, food, and history. From the Duomo’s Gothic spires to evenings spent over aperitivo, it is an easy and rewarding weekend escape from the UK. In this Milan travel guide you will find the best things to see and do, where to eat and drink, and the top places to...Continue reading→
Lake Como: Best Things to See and Do
Lake Como has been on my list for years, and it lived up to every expectation. From the dramatic mountains to the villages filled with pastel coloured houses, it felt like stepping into a postcard. Here is what we experienced and what I would recommend for anyone planning their own trip. We flew direct from...Continue reading→
Six Things You Must Do in Lake Bled, Slovenia (Updated 2025)
Lake Bled lies in North West Slovenia nestled in the Julian Alps, and just 35km from the capital Ljubljana. A fairy-tale city of mountainous peaks, glacial waters, and traditions rooted in centuries of history, that belongs firmly on your European bucket list. When I first arrived, folklore said the lake was formed by fairies, and...Continue reading→
Five Days in Cyprus: Culture, Coast and Mountain Views
Cyprus has so much more than I realised! From being the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite to its centuries of winemaking, including one of the oldest named wines in the world. Flying into Larnaca in the height of summer, we based ourselves in Nicosia since the hotel gave us a base with free parking, breakfast, and...Continue reading→
Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting the Viral 66 Book Club
66 Books is the discounted books warehouse in Hertfordshire that, if you’re on BookTok, you’ve probably heard about. And for good reason, with shelves and shelves of books, all around 70% off. I’ve been twice, and it really is worth the trip. But if you are making a long drive, there are a few things...Continue reading→
