A Weekend in the Scottish Highlands: 11 Things to Do in Fort William
Fort William is a practical base for a Scottish Highlands trip when you want more than beautiful roads and vague plans. You can climb Ben Nevis, ride the Jacobite Steam Train, see Glenfinnan Viaduct and spend time driving through Glen Coe and Glen Etive, all without changing accommodation every night. I first visited Fort William...Continue reading→
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→
Best Things to Do in Lake Como: 2–3 Day Itinerary + Hidden Gems
If you’re visiting Lake Como, this guide covers the best towns, what to do and how to plan a 2–3 day itinerary based on our experience exploring the lake. 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...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→
Cyprus Itinerary 5 Days – Route, Costs and Where to Stay
This 5 day Cyprus itinerary covers a complete route across cities, beaches and mountain villages, including exactly where to stay, how to get around and what it realistically costs. This post contains ads and affiliate links, which help cover the running costs of this blog at no extra cost to you. Cyprus Itinerary Overview Day...Continue reading→
