Aizle Restaurant : Scottish Gastronomical Delights
#AizleRhymesWithHazel I’ve been meaning to write about our tasting menu experience at Aizle ever since we visited. Hoping that the experience ...
Things to do in Oban & Easdale Island, Scotland – 2 Day Itinerary
I had the pleasure of living in Scotland for 15 years and it is truly a magical country. Aside from being ...
The Best Places to Visit on the Atlantic Coast of France
People often flock to the Mediterranean coast of France, to Nice and Cannes, Sète and Montpellier. But the Atlantic Coast of ...
A Guide to Visiting Amsterdam in the Summer
Amsterdam is one of those cities that is lively all year round, but there is a glow and conviviality about the ...
A Virtual Tour of Prague Architecture
The first thing you will notice about Prague is the incredible architecture. The distinctive ‘cake-like’ buildings (as I like to describe ...
2 Days in Budapest
You’ve seen those dramatic photos of the House of Parliament building in Budapest – shining alongside the mighty Danube River. Steaming ...
Bilbao Weekend Guide – Basque Country
I’m just going to say it – Bilbao is an exceptional city. It soon found its way up our ‘favourite European ...
One Day in Brussels : 24 Hour Guide
Brussels is a bit of an overlooked destination when it comes to European capitals. And within Belgium, people tend to flock ...
A Weekend in Saint Malo, France
Saint Malo, on the Brittany coast of France, is a fortified city of huge charm and history. St Malo is a ...
A Weekend in Madrid : Art & Tapas
Madrid was a birthday present to myself – giving myself holidays for my birthday is a bit of a tradition! I ...
The Absinthe Festival in Switzerland
Absinthe is a much-maligned drink, associated with mad artists and green fairies, but it really doesn’t deserve the bad reputation. In ...
A Dog-Friendly Guide to Bilbao
Bilbao is the most dog-friendly European city I have ever visited. We travel with our dog, Moose, whenever we can, even ...
Verteuil-sur-Charente – A Fairytale French Village
Have you ever been to a place that looked just like a fairytale? Verteuil-sur-Charente is a picturesque village in the Charente ...
A Local’s Guide to Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh is a magical city. From the ancient buildings and monuments, to the amazing pub and restaurant scene, Edinburgh is a ...
Cinque Terre Photography + Visiting Responsibly
You’ve probably seen the colourful villages of the Cinque Terre National Park in National Geographic and Conde Nast. Impossible houses layered ...
Naples Revisited : The Power of Travel
In 1999 I spent some time in Naples, Italy, and it totally changed my life. I can say that with distinct ...
Cinque Terre Accommodation Guide
It’s sometimes hard to understand where to stay without seeing an area. But with my accommodation guide to the Cinque Terre, ...
Italian Food Tours & Traditions
The chance to indulge in my Italian food cravings was one of the motivators of our recent Italian road trip. I ...
Review: Resort La Francesca, Cinque Terre
Fancy exploring the iconic Cinque Terre in Liguria, Italy? I highly recommend staying outside the main 5 villages that make up ...
One Day in Naples – 24 Hour Guide
Naples is one of my favourite cities in the world. I would recommend a week there, as it is a vibrant ...
A Weekend in Venice Italy
Venice is one of those places that has been a victim of its own beauty and desirability. I’m a fan of ...
4 Days in Berlin Germany
Berlin had been on my travel wish-list for the longest time. We finally got to spend 4 days in Berlin and ...
3 Days in Rome : Weekend & Short Stay Itinerary
Rome is a gritty and delicious city – particularly the juxtaposition between the ancient roman sites and the modern day city. ...
Chateau de Rochechouart : Where Old Meets New
The beautiful Haute-Vienne town of Rochechouart is home to the Chateau de Rochechouart. This château is now home to the Museum ...
London in One Day – 24 Hour Guide
London deserves a lot more than 24 hours of your attention, but this gives you a good jumping off point. Whether ...
Paris : The City of Love
Paris is the city of love. And by this, I don’t mean that it is always the romantic dusk caress that ...
24 Hours in Paris : One Day Guide
Only spending 24 hours in Paris is a little like only dunking your big toe into a shimmering mediterranean sea; and ...
Visiting the Kelpies in Falkirk, Scotland
“A water spirit in the form of a horse” – One of the most googled crossword clues – the answer: A ...
A Weekend in Nice, France : 3 Day Itinerary
The old town of Nice, with its cobbled streets, little bars, prix fixe menus, and beautiful architecture is a treat. The ...
Copenhagen City Break Itinerary
I’ll be honest, Copenhagen was never at the top of my ‘must-see’ list. But this is where the budget airlines can ...
Street Photography Amsterdam – A Photo Essay
One of my favourite things to do in Amsterdam, is to people watch. The hundreds of cafés and restaurants that have ...
How To Spend One Week in Malta : Culture Packed Itinerary
Visiting Malta is like stepping back in time. Fortified towns, a diverse history, and excellent museums and monuments make Malta a ...
Gothenburg Sweden : Points of Interest
In one of those ‘oh look, Ryanair has a sale on’ moments, I bought tickets to Gothenburg. I had no idea ...
Amsterdam in Winter
There is nothing like meandering around Amsterdam on a sunny winters day. There’s nothing like meandering round Amsterdam full stop. Despite ...
Things to do in Milan in one day
When I was living in London I decided to go to Milan to buy a handbag (as you do). Clearly I ...
Day Trips From Bordeaux
Bordeaux is, in my humble opinion, the underrated treasure of France. People often pick Paris, Lyon or Nice, but Bordeaux has ...
Visiting Mont Saint-Michel – A Dream Photography Destination
Mont Saint-Michel, a tidal island on the Normandy coast, is probably one of the most photographed landmarks in France. It is ...
Beautiful Cities & Towns in France
France is, quite simply, a beautiful country. From the symmetrical grandeur of the Haussmann era buildings in Paris, to the run-down ...
My Favourite Restaurants & Cafés in Latin Quarter Paris
Café culture is ingrained in the fabric of Paris. Outdoor seating is available all year round, with heat-lamps and blankets provided ...
Sarlat France – The Perigord Noir Market Town
Sarlat-la-Canéda lies in the region known as the Périgord Noir, in the Dordogne department of France. This beautiful medieval town is ...