This summer we packed up the car, hopped on the Chunnel, and spent just over 2 weeks road-tripping Europe, across France, Germany and Austria. We wanted to see the Alps in summer. That sounds so easy doesn’t it!? But trust me, the hours of planning that went into choosing our route were taxing and more…
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3 Days In Berchtesgaden – The Eagles Nest, Salzburg, Konigsee Lake & More
A guide to Berchtesgaden and the surrounding area – everything you need to know for planning your trip. BERCHTESGADEN GERMANY As part of our recent Germany/Austria road trip we spent 3 days in the Berchtesgaden National Park in the south of Germany. This was a well chosen destination as part of our 2 week adventure…
Wondering Where To Stay In Lake Garda? (Best Towns, Hotels & Travel Tips)
Figuring out where to stay in Lake Garda can be a conundrum and difficult to know where to start! Whether you are travelling as a family, for a romantic break or for adventure we’ve got you covered with our Lake Garda suggestions…
A Weekend Break To The Island of Krk, Croatia (Hotels, Best Towns & Travel Tips)
A short guide to the Croatian island, Krk, for a cheap and easy getaway from the U.K… The Island of Krk, Croatia With cheap flights opening up for the summer with Ryanair we thought we’d take a quick trip to the island of Krk, Croatia. We’d never heard of it before but Google maps told…
Four Days In The Tyrolean Alps – Innsbruck, Wipptal & Beyond
We recently had the pleasure of discovering a piece of Europe we have never been to before… the Tyrolean Alps in Austria. We booked 4 days there as part of a Germany/Austria road trip and really had no idea what to expect. Apart from a little trip to Innsbruck and a dip down across the…
The Nightmares AND The Fairytales Of Hallstatt, Austria – A Travel Guide You Need To Read First
After a few repeat routes around the block and being turned away from the car-park a third time, my husband saw his moment and slipped through the open barrier in front of a service truck. We needed to park the car! We had arrived on the outskirts of the car-free lake town of Hallstatt, Austria,…
Choosing Garmisch Partenkirchen For Your Next Alpine Escape
Never heard of it? No, neither had we until very recently. As part of a two week road trip around Austria and Southern Germany, we thought we were just booking a sleepy little town within close proximity to Lake Eibsee – our bucket list choice for Bavaria. What we didn’t bank on was the warm…
The Cheapest And Quickest Way To See Lake Eibsee, Bavaria
Lake Eibsee, Germany Now, I’m not suggesting you visit Eibsee lake for the soul purpose of a quick-pic and outta there, but sometimes you just don’t have time for a hike and yet you’d still love a peek at such a great beauty! This happened to us on our most recent trip to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where…
Our Favourite Places To Visit In Portugal Between Porto & Lisbon
Best Places To Visit in Portugal For more than a decade, since my parents bought a place there, we have been visiting Portugal year in, year out and getting to know her like a trusted friend. Albeit she’s a little bit of a quirky friend – the one you never know if she’s going to…
A Holiday In Pembrokeshire – Things To Do & Top Travel Tips
VISITING PEMBROKESHIRE, WALES A little story from Pembrokeshire, Wales… Walking through the Pembrokeshire National Park several miles from our hotel, and still only half way to our destination, we could have murdered a beer. Lo and behold, as we rounded the next country lane, in front of us like a parcel of manna from heaven…
North Zealand – The Holiday Destination The Danes Want To Keep To Themselves
I kid you not, I once heard Birmingham described as the Venice of Britain, so you can understand why I was a little bit dubious when my husband said he’d booked us a holiday to the Danish Riviera – North Zealand. (Incidently, I wonder if anyone ever says ‘Ah, Venice : the Birmingham of Italy’!?)…
Plan The Perfect Palma de Mallorca City Break
Plan The Most Perfect Palma City Break The Most Beautiful Hotels, Places You Must See, And Where You Must Eat A Palma city break ticks all the boxes and then some. See, if I wanted a weekend break full of history and passion (and pizza), I’d choose Rome. Excitement and fun? London of course. Or…
Choosing Thassos For Your Next Greek Holiday – Island Highlights, Top Hotels & Travel Tips
THASSOS, GREECE With over 4,000 islands to choose from, and that’s before you count mainland Greece, why on earth should Thassos island be your next Greek holiday destination?? Well, let us introduce you to the Emerald Isle… Why You Need To Visit Thassos Island Greece already has our hearts. When faced with a slump back…
The Best Places To Stay In Brittany, France
Wondering where to stay in Brittany? Whether you’re after a romantic break, the perfect spot for famlies, a good base for day-trips or just some great hotel recommendations, we’ve got you covered.
Visiting Sirmione – Lake Garda’s Most Romantic Town
SIRMIONE, LAKE GARDA Sirmione, Italy, is SO close to a fairytale that your only way of entering the town is across a moat via a drawbridge. So once I’d got over my initial thought of how I was going to slay the dragon, my next question was ‘what’s so special that these Lake Garda castle…
Parks In Nottingham – Which One’s Are Worth Your Picnic?
Parks In Nottingham – Our Top Picks… Maybe you’re a tourist in Nottingham, wanting to find some green space? Or maybe you’re a local and just don’t venture beyond your immediate town that often? Whatever, it’s Summer and we should all be making the most of these patches of turf that this fine city has…
Visiting Manchester For A Weekend Away? -Where To Stay, Eat & See
Visiting Manchester for the weekend as first-timers? Here’s all our top recommendation to make sure you don’t miss the best bits of this fab Northern city.
Choosing Where To Stay In Kefalonia – Top Hotels, Island Highlights & Travel Tips
Deciding where to stay in Kefalonia can be quite the conundrum. Not only is it one of the largest islands in the Ionian but it’s diverse and the choices are endless. Let us help you choose with our tried and tested favourites, plus tips for first timers.
A Weekend Travel Guide For Valletta – Malta’s Unforgettable City
Is this your first time visiting the city Valletta, Malta? We have all the information you need to plan your trip. Hotels, things to see, places to visit and where to eat.
Our Vote For The Best London Walk (The One The Kids Loved Most)
BEST WALKS IN LONDON WITH KIDS One Of The Best Walks Around London With Kids Can it really be classed as a walk when it’s with the kids? When every five seconds you’re stopping to let them catch up because they’re dragging their feet, or you’re biting your tongue because they’re complaining their legs are…