Tips & advice
10 tips for car hire abroad for the first time
Are you planning to drive while on holiday for the first time? If you are, then there’s a few things
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Welcome to my blog!
Here you’ll find all of my posts in one place. Everything from my experiences and reviews as well as suggestions on things to do to help you plan your solo travel adventure!
Accommodation
A stay at Hotel Alexiou, Meteora
When I decided to spend my time in Kalabaka, I chose to stay at Hotel Alexiou, Meteora. Located in the main town centre,
20/06/2021
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Greece
A morning at Therma Spa Agia Paraskevi, Loutra Halkidiki
A spa located on the edge of a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea. The perfect way to spend a morning
16/05/2021
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Greece
5 of my favourite beach bars in Kassandra, Halkidiki you should visit
Spending time on one of the legs of Halkidiki is always full of things to do as it’s quite easy
05/04/2021
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Belgium
How to get to Bruges and Ghent in a day from London
The town of Bruges is lovely and draws many people to its peaceful cobbled streets and beautiful canals. If you’re
17/02/2021
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Accommodation
Spending a week at Kokkos Brothers in Kallithea, Halkidiki
If you’re looking for somewhere not far from the beach, but close to enough to the shops and bars, then
27/01/2021
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Greece
Another trip to…Greece!
Most of 2020 has been pretty surreal due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Three quarters of the year has almost gone,
08/10/2020
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Croatia
10 things to see and do in Split
Spilt is quite easy to get around and you can see quite a few things in a short space of time. If
30/09/2020
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Croatia
Things to see and do in Hvar in Autumn
If spring and summer has passed you by for one reason or another and you decide to take a holiday
21/08/2020
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Bristol
Sky high in the city — a ride with Bailey Balloons in Bristol
If you’ve read a few of my sky high posts, you’ll know I visit places that offer amazing views. I
06/07/2020
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Croatia
6 cool bars to visit in Dubrovnik and Hvar if you’re a solo traveller
When you finally decide to go on a solo travel trip it can take a little getting used to. You
27/05/2020
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Solo travel
5 of my most memorable solo travel trips
Despite not being able to go away on my solo travels right now, due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, I’ve
21/05/2020
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Things to do
6 travel-inspired activities to keep you busy during the Coronavirus lockdown
Travel in 2020 has come to a halt. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has changed the daily lives of everyone globally.
12/05/2020
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Solo travel
10 top tips for solo travellers staying in a hostel for the first time
With cheaper prices and dorm style rooms, hostels are popular among those travelling for long periods of time, groups and
08/05/2020
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Lisbon
10 things to do while in Lisbon, Portugal
Vibrant and bustling, Portugal’s capital will keep you busy whether you’re in the city for a day, a long weekend
06/05/2020
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Croatia
How to get to Jelsa, Vrboska and Stari Grad by bus from Hvar Town
If you’re not going to rent a car or scooter while in Hvar, like me you’ll need to use local
28/04/2020
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Blog
5 bars in Lisbon you should spend some time in
If you’re looking for ways to spend your evening while in the city, here are 5 bars in Lisbon you
20/04/2020
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Lisbon
5 amazing Miradouros to visit for the best views in Lisbon
Whether you can get away later this year or are spending time planning further ahead, Lisbon makes for a great
15/04/2020
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Travel diary
Coronavirus – travel in 2020
It’s already it’s been quite a year! Travel in 2020 and Coronavirus will become something we’ve never seen in
30/03/2020
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London
4 places to get sky high views in London Bridge
From ground level, buildings in London’s city tower above you. Get above it all and take in London’s skyline. Here
25/03/2020
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Dubrovnik
15 things to see and do in and around Dubrovnik
Referred to as the “pearl of the Adriatic”, there’s quite a bit to do in Dubrovnik especially if you have
15/03/2020
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Croatia
Three beautiful beaches to walk to from Hvar Town, Croatia
If you’re staying in Hvar why not try some of the beaches along the south side of the island. Apart
29/01/2020
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Solo travel
My solo travel trips in 2019 – highlights and new places
2019 was definitely a busy year! If you’ve kept up with my travels in my travel diary, you’ll know that
29/01/2020
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Greece
7 cool things to see and do in Thessaloniki if you’re travelling solo
For those of you planning to travel to Thessaloniki soon, here are 7 cool things to see and do in Thessaloniki if you’re travelling solo.
22/01/2020
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Accommodation
A wonderful stay at Egeon Studios in Neos Marmaras – review
After finally deciding on which leg of Halkidiki to visit (Sithonia in the end), I finally narrowed down where I’d
28/10/2019
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Austria
How to get to Salzburg from Munich in a day
Did you know Salzburg was only an hour and 45 minutes away from Munich? If you’re in Munich for a
21/10/2019
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Croatia
A day at BOWA Restaurant Dubrovnik – a hidden gem by the sea
I’m always on the lookout for something different to see or do when I go on my solo travel trips.
15/10/2019
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Formentera
Staying at Hotel Voramar in Formentera – review
Hotel Voramar The peach coloured, 3-storey property that’s about a 10 minute drive from La Savina port on Avinida Miramor,
20/09/2019
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Belgium
11 cool things to see and do in Bruges and Ghent
Whether you’re visiting in a day or you have more time to spend in each city, here’s 11 cool things
15/09/2019
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Greece
8 other things to do while visiting Meteora’s monasteries in Greece
Meteora is the gorgeous formation of rocks located in the Greek town of Kalabaka (also spelt Kalampaka and Kalambaka). With
30/08/2019
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Travel diary
It’s nearly time to chill out in Croatia
I’d booked flights to Croatia back in February and finally my trip was edging closer! It was nearly time to
28/08/2019
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Greece
How to get from Thessaloniki to KTEL Halkidiki for Kassandra, Sithonia or Ouranoupoli
Halkidiki in Greece is a great place to visit on a solo travel trip. It’s not far from the city
25/08/2019
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Greece
The Cyclades islands – which Greek islands should I visit?
Which Greek islands should I visit? This is probably the first of many questions you’ll ask when you think about
19/08/2019
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Greece
How to get around Meteora by bus
When you first see Meteora you’ll wonder how you’ll get around its vast landscape. There may only be one, but
09/08/2019
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Greece
Visiting Meteora and its Monasteries – another side of Greece
What comes to mind when I say Greece? Is it the turquoise-blue sea, sandy beaches or ancient ruins like Acropolis
30/07/2019
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Greece
5 of the best beaches in Sithonia, Halkidiki
Beautiful Sithonia is the second leg of Halkidiki’s (Chalkidiki) three peninsulas. Kassandra is the first and Athos the third. With
09/07/2019
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Germany
How to get from the airport to Munich city centre
Getting from the airport to Munich city centre is pretty easy and you have a few options to get you
05/07/2019
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Greece
Greece – I’m coming back!
After hearing the name Meteora on one of my previous trips to Greece and then seeing pictures of this place,
19/06/2019
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Tips & advice
How to make friends on your first solo trip
When you decide to go on your first solo trip there’s already a lot to think about. Once the planning
13/06/2019
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Greece
5 tips to book Greek ferries for your first island hopping solo trip
Island hopping around Greece sounds like pure bliss – and it is! But the process of booking multiple ferries to
06/06/2019
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Belgium
Beautiful in Bruges…
Beautiful In Bruges. I remember passing through the city over ten years ago on a trip to somewhere else, but
01/06/2019
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Spain
How to get around Formentera island by car, scooter, bus or bike
At only 20 kilometres long, you can easily get around the island of Formentera. If you’re about to visit or
28/05/2019
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Tips & advice
5 airport tips to know before you go on holiday
Getting to the airport can sometimes feel like a hassle when there are a few of you. When you finally
22/05/2019
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Spain
8 things you can see and do in Formentera in 48 hours
Formentera is absolutely gorgeous, tranquil and full of things to see and do. Being a relatively small island, it’s pretty
17/05/2019
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Formentera
How to get to Formentera island from Ibiza Town
Formentera is a beautiful island about 30-40 minutes away from Ibiza Town by boat. You’ll find getting to Formentera pretty
12/05/2019
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Germany
Willkommen to Deutschland! A weekend break away
There never seems to be a dull moment right now and that’s exactly how I like it! Wilkommen to Deutschland!
02/05/2019
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Stockholm
Visiting Fotografiska – Stockholm’s museum of photography
If you enjoy photography you should visit Fotografiska, Stockholm’s Museum of Photography fotografika.se. It was at the top of my
25/04/2019
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Italy
4 spots to get sky high views over the city of Florence, Italy
Views over the city of Florence Overlooking the city of Florence is quite spectacular, especially on a sunny day or clear night. If you’re looking
19/04/2019
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Formentera
A visit to the beautiful island of Formentera
Is it time for you to take a trip to visit the beautiful island of Formentera? Have you heard of it?
15/04/2019
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Stockholm
Metro hopping Stockholm’s underground art gallery
If you’re in the city and want something a little different to see and do, spend some time metro hopping
10/04/2019
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Food & drink
4 great places to eat out in Stockholm that won’t break your budget
From meatballs, lingonberries, picked vegetables, fish and sweet and savoury pastries, here are 4 great places to eat out in
02/04/2019
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Accommodation
Another stay at Plus Florence Hostel
Okay, so I’m writing about another stay at Plus Florence Hostel. You can tell I must really like this place. I’ve
29/03/2019
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Florence
8 things to do while in Florence, Italy
In the city of Florence you’ll find many things to do that will keep you occupied for a few days.
18/03/2019
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General travel
5 things to know about travelling to Europe after Brexit
Travelling to Europe after Brexit Brexit, Brexit, Brexit! Seems to be all the rage right now yet strangely no one
10/03/2019
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Stockholm
My snowy day of activities in Stockholm
When I created my travel bucket list for 2019, I had my first trip in mind already – Budapest. But Budapest
05/03/2019
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Accommodation
A stay at the cool City Backpackers Hostel, Stockholm
Have you just booked or want to book a trip to Stockholm? If you want somewhere trendy, doesn’t stretch your
25/02/2019
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Sweden
A short break to snowy Stockholm, Sweden
When I’d originally penned my travel bucket list for 2019, I had a number of places in mind to visit.
19/02/2019
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France
10 tips for coach travel from London to Europe
You tend to opt for the quickest route when travelling abroad, but there are always other options to consider. I
10/02/2019
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Solo travel
10 reasons why you should travel solo
If travelling solo is something you’ve been thinking of, why not plan your first trip in 2019. Make it your
28/01/2019
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Travel diary
My 2019 travel bucket list – let the adventures begin!
Happy New Year everyone! Another year, more travel plans to make. It’s 2019 – let my travel adventures begin!! My
23/01/2019
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Italy
20 photos to inspire you to visit cities in Italy
On my travels I’ve been lucky enough to visit a few well-known cities in Italy. If you’re looking to visit,
11/01/2019
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Travel diary
My year of solo travel in 2018 – the highlights
What a year 2018 has been! I wanted to take some time to reflect and think about the cool places
30/12/2018
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Barcelona
15 scenes to make you want to visit Barcelona, Spain
If you’re thinking of a city break to Barcelona but need a little push to get you to book, here
24/12/2018
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Things to do
8 cool European destinations for last-minute winter city breaks
Where has 2018 gone?! Whether you have to use up remaining holiday at work or you just fancy getting away,
18/12/2018
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France
10 perfect places to make you want to visit Paris
Take a look at 10 perfect places to make you want to visit Paris. If you’re all about great
16/12/2018
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Estoril
How to spend a day in Sintra, Portugal
With the famous Pena Palace as it’s home, Sintra is a beautiful town you should visit if you’re staying in
13/12/2018
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Italy
How to plan a trip to Rome in 5 easy steps
Another trip to Rome! Even though I’d been before, I was keen to visit again. One of the main reasons
26/11/2018
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Food & drink
4 cool bars to grab a cocktail in Lisbon
If you’ve packed your day full of activities but need somewhere to chill out with a drink in between navigating
25/11/2018
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Copenhagen
23 cool spots to inspire you to visit Copenhagen (and beyond)
Have you been to Copenhagen? If you’re thinking about heading to this Danish city, take a look at some of
20/11/2018
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Accommodation
Blue Boutique Hostel & Suites – Estoril, Portugal
If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway not too far from the beach yet easily accessible to some of the
05/11/2018
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Portugal
My trip to Portugal – AT LAST!
If you could see how excited I was that my trip to Portugal (at last) had come, you’d probably think
29/10/2018
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France
5 places to get sky high views in the city of Paris
If you love a good view and want to see the city from a different perspective, here’s where you can get sky high in the city of Paris, France.
06/10/2018
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Amsterdam
A morning in Zaanse Schans, Amsterdam
Whether you’ve been to Amsterdam before or it’s your first time, sometimes it can be nice to venture out of
06/10/2018
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France
A weekend break to Paris
I decided to squeeze in a trip during the August bank holiday, so I checked out a few options. I
26/09/2018
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Copenhagen
My Copenhagen challenge – the results!
In my last post – My Copenhagen challenge – I decided to see if I could spend no more than
10/09/2018
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Copenhagen
10 things to do in Copenhagen
Things to do in Copenhagen Taking short breaks here and there can be exciting. However, in most cases, it may
08/09/2018
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Travel tech
5 of the best travel apps to help plan your trip
What are some of the best travel apps? As I do a lot of my travel planning on the go,
04/09/2018
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Copenhagen
My Copenhagen Challenge!
Copenhagen Copenhagen is the down-to-earth, vibrant capital city of Denmark. With beautiful canals, grand buildings and palaces scattered throughout –
24/08/2018
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Accommodation
Yeah Barcelona hostel – a vibrant place to stay
Just a 10-minute walk from the famous Sagrada Familila Cathedral, Yeah Barcelona hostel is a vibrant place to stay in
18/08/2018
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Copenhagen
My next travel adventure to… Copenhagen
Deciding to visit Copenhagen definitely came out of the blue. No sooner had I arrived back from my trip to
10/08/2018
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Greece
Here’s why you should visit Santorini
Santorini’s one of the most well-known Greek islands and is visited by many people each year. If you’ve never been
07/08/2018
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Amsterdam
5 cool things to do while in Amsterdam
When you ask where to visit in Amsterdam a few well known attractions and places get mentioned – Anne Frank
06/06/2018
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Greece
8 tips if you’ve just booked a Santorini boat tour, Greece
If you’re anything like me, when you book a trip, tour or any part of your holiday, you want to
30/05/2018
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Food & drink
Da Tonino – a traditional trattoria in Rome
If you’re looking for a traditional spot to grab a bite to eat after a tiring day, then Da Tonino
29/05/2018
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Accommodation
Alloggio turistico al Colosseo, Rome
Nothing beats staying somewhere that’s close to all the hot spots in a town or city, but sometimes trying to
19/05/2018
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Italy
Hotel De Russie’s tranquil spa in Rome, Italy
My birthday fell during my trip to Rome, so I decided to have a pamper session. I wanted to find
12/05/2018
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Amsterdam
An evening of panoramic views at A’DAM Lookout, Amsterdam
If you’re looking for something a little different while in Amsterdam (and aren’t afraid of heights) you should visit one
01/05/2018
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Italy
7 of the best things to see and do while in Rome
Things to see and do Rome is a bustling city with lots of monuments and landmarks. As you wander around
12/02/2018
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Italy
Getting around Rome – is the Roma Pass worth it?
Many cities now have travel passes that offer free travel as well as other incentives depending on the type you
08/02/2018
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Accommodation
Plus Florence Hostel, Italy
Plus Florence Plus Florence is a hostel part of the Plus Hostel group, with other locations in Berlin, Venice and Rome.
26/07/2017
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Italy
A pit-stop in Pisa, Italy
A pit-stop in Pisa A pit-stop in Pisa, Italy… literally! Pisa, a city located in the Tuscany region of Italy,
30/11/2016
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Italy
Getting around Italy by train: 5 cities, 5 nights
Getting around Italy by train Getting around Italy by train – 5 cities, in 5 nights. A few
21/11/2016
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Italy
5 things to see and do in Florence, Italy
Next was Florence – the second city on my 5 cities in 5 nights Italian trip. I wasn’t staying far
20/11/2016
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Travel diary
Another travel adventure!
The travel bug I had such a great time on the beautiful island of Santorini that I was already thinking
01/11/2016
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Greece
Visiting the Red, White and Black beaches of Santorini
It was beach day! I was going to visit the Red and White beaches of Santorini. On my second visit to
21/10/2016
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Greece
4 cool places to watch the sunset in Santorini, Greece
Super sunset Watching the sunset in Santorini, Greece has to be one of the main things you need to do
18/10/2016
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Greece
15 views to tempt you to Santorini
Beautiful Santorini. Click one of the images above for a better view. If you want to see more places to
08/10/2016
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Tips & advice
6 tips for visiting the Red, White and Black beaches in Santorini
Beaches, beaches A trip to a beach is on a lot of people’s list when they visit Santorini, but make
01/10/2016
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Food & drink
A review of Tranquilo – Perissa Beach
After a nice relaxing day, a stroll along Perissa beach in the evening is a must! The strip was buzzing
19/09/2016
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Greece
5 things to look out for with ATV rental in Santorini
ATV rental in Santorini If you’ve never rented an ATV before (an all-terrain vehicle also known as a quad bike),
25/08/2016
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Want to travel solo?
Here’s a little inspiration from my trips to give you some ideas on where you could go!
