Gloucester Events 2025
Many visitors come to Gloucester for the famous cheese rolling, a spectacle in which competitors chase a wheel of cheese down Cooper’s Hill. It remains one of the most unusual and best known events in the county. But Gloucester also offers a busy year of festivals, performances and traditions that are worth experiencing. Year round...Continue reading→
How to Spend Five Days in Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen. Home to Jaime Lannister (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), the Little Mermaid (and other cult fairy tales), Lego and some of the happiest people on earth - there’s plenty to love about Denmark’s Capital! Having already visited Iceland and Finland, I continued my sightseeing around the Nordic countries with a New Year’s Eve visit to Copenhagen (just...Continue reading→
What and Where to eat in Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen food is unlike any other. Not only is the capital home to two of the world’s best restaurants (Noma and Geranium), but it boasts 17 Michelin-starred restaurants! And with some of the strictest food regulations, it comes as no surprise that Danes place a real emphasis on organic, quality food and produce. But despite...Continue reading→
How to spend Four Days in Helsinki, Finland
No one in their right mind would come to Helsinki in November. Except you, you badass, welcome. This is the slogan on an image I received multiple times when telling friends and family I was visiting Helsinki in November. Not much of a badass though, it was only the first weekend in November and the...Continue reading→
How did I afford to travel in 2019 while paying for a master’s degree?
Travel expenses are my biggest cost for the sixth year running, as in 2019 I travelled every month from March to December 2019 – sometimes multiple trips. I did this whilst paying towards a master’s degree. The purpose of this article isn’t too boast, but rather provide some insight into how a young professional managed...Continue reading→
A Beginner’s Guide to Helsinki’s Saunas
The use of a sauna is so embedded into Finland’s national culture, that there are more than 3.5 million saunas across the country for a population of just under 5.5 million. In fact, it’s written into law that if the accommodation doesn’t have a private sauna, they must be given access to a communal sauna. A centuries-old...Continue reading→
Where to Stay in Lake Bled, Slovenia
Travelling to this bucket list destination, your first Google search is likely to be "where to stay in Lake Bled". But what if I told you that glamping is one of the best options when staying in Lake Bled? This stay completely changed my expectations. I visited Slovenia in springtime, so if you are visiting...Continue reading→
8 Things You Can’t Miss in Montmartre, Paris
Hailed as the arts quarter, Montmartre's romanticism and charm lures thousands of visitors - and for good reason! This 18th arrondissement hill has influenced many world-renowned artists, is home to two original windmills and one of the best panoramic views of Paris. Visiting Disneyland during your visit to Paris? Don't miss these top tips! 1....Continue reading→
Top Tips for Visiting Friendsfest
Friendsfest. Possibly one of the best festivals to ever grace Bristol, am I right? After years of missing out, well not wanting to trek ALL the way to Oxford, the organisers finally arranged Friendsfest in Bristol in 2019 and I managed to nab tickets! Following its success, they’ve recently announced it will be back again for 2020....Continue reading→
Where to Find Mickey Shaped Food in Disneyland Paris (2026)
You know how they say when in Rome? Well, when in Disney, if the food is not shaped like Mickey Mouse, I do not want it. If you are visiting Disneyland Paris, finding Mickey Mouse shaped snacks is part of the experience. While specific menu items can change, there are still plenty of places across...Continue reading→
