What is a micro gap and why should you take one?
The chances are that if you’re a full-time worker and capitalise on your weekends, then you’ll have unknowingly taken a micro gap. But if you’re gasping for a holiday and exotic destinations aren’t feasible, then a Micro Gap might just be for you. Read on to find out what the bloody hell I’m jabbering on about...Continue reading→
How to Spend a Day in Gloucester
Surprisingly, there are a number of things to do in Gloucester. But Gloucester isn’t an obvious day trip destination for many, mostly because unless you’re a Potterhead or live in a neighbouring city you probably don’t even know it exists! Steeped in history, a literary affiliation with Beatrix Potter and a premiership rugby team – there...Continue reading→
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai Review: Is It Ethical? [2026 Update]
Elephant sanctuaries in Chiang Mai are one of the most searched experiences in Thailand, but not all of them are as ethical as they claim to be. A quick search will return countless options, many marketed as responsible tourism, making it difficult to know which ones are genuinely prioritising elephant welfare. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is...Continue reading→
5 Unmissable Things to Do in Thailand [2026 Update]
There is no shortage of things to do in Thailand, and you can still tick off a number of bucket list experiences without spending a huge amount. After spending two weeks in Thailand, these are five unmissable things to do that stood out most. 1. Visit an elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai Chiang Mai is...Continue reading→
Five Reasons to Visit Cheltenham Literature Festival This Year
Cheltenham Literature Festival is one of four festivals to hit the spa town each year, claiming its title as the ‘Oldest Lit Fest in the world’ (est. 1949). But whether your a bibliophile or a bibliophobe there’s something for everything at this glorious ten-day festival. As an avid reader, this festival is a dream come true...Continue reading→
Swashbuckling Tales from Bristol’s Harbourside
Ahoy, matey! Batten down the hatches because there’s a new Bristol walking tour in town – the new Blood, Booze and Buccaneers tour! Did you know the most fearsome pirate of all – Blackbeard – was born and raised in Bristol? And to mark 300 years since his death, local theatre group Show of Strength...Continue reading→
Satiety and Pride for Bristol’s Trailblazing Food Scene
Bristol has fast become a foodie paradise. And with endless restaurants and fabulous independent eateries offering everything from Gelato to sausages, the best way to get a taste is with a Bristol food tour! I recently attended the Great Bristol Food Tour, a collaboration between The Bristol Food Tour and Cycle the City. And while I was initially...Continue reading→
How to Spend a Long Weekend in Salzburg
I had my first taste of Austria during a day visit to Zugspitze whilst travelling in Munich, and it was this travel faux pas that made me want to visit Salzburg on purpose. Needless to say, a long weekend in Salzburg was wonderful, and here’s how I spent my time. *This article may contain affiliate links, click here...Continue reading→
Celebrating the 175th Birthday of the SS Great Britain
Thursday 19th July 2018 marked the 175th birthday of Bristol’s most iconic landmark, Brunel’s SS Great Britain. In 1843, one of the most important historic ships in the world was launched. And exactly 127 years later to the day in 1970, this extraordinary ship returned home. In celebration of the ship’s birthday, I was invited...Continue reading→
Eight Reasons Why You Should Visit Gloucester
From its world-famous cheese rolling, to Hollywood blockbusters and over 200 years of history, the city of Gloucester is packed full of things to do. I have no doubt that it was due to affordable housing and my parent’s military position that made them settle in this city nestled between Cheltenham and Bristol. And at the...Continue reading→
