Twitter Pinterest Facebook Wordpress This post may contain affiliate links from brands. If you’re still getting used to travelling alone and want some inspiration for your next trip, here’s 7 of my favourite city breaks for solo travellers. Berlin, Germany Germany is one of the 10 largest countries in Europe, so you’ll need a few …
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2019 was definitely a busy year! If you’ve kept up with my travels in my travel diary, you’ll know that I pulled together my travel bucket list for 2019 at the start of last year. The question is… did I end up going to any of the places I had in mind? Let’s take a …
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Which Greek islands should I visit? This is probably the first of many questions you’ll ask when you think about an island hopping trip in Greece. Deciding which of its islands to visit, like the Cyclades islands, can actually be a hard choice. The more you start to look into them, the harder it will be …
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When you first see Meteora you’ll wonder how you’ll get around its vast landscape. There may only be one, but the Meteora bus will get you to where you need to go! To give you an idea of getting around Meteora by bus, read on! The Meteora Bus and it’s route The Meteora Bus …
What comes to mind when I say Greece? Is it the turquoise-blue sea, sandy beaches or ancient ruins like Acropolis or Delphi? Maybe it’s sunsets in Santorini or those white churches with blue domes that you think of. Whatever it may be, I’m going to share my time visiting Meteora and its monasteries as I …
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After hearing the name Meteora on one of my previous trips to Greece and then seeing pictures of this place, I knew I had to visit. Greece – I’m coming back again! Greece – visiting the amazing Meteora What captured my attention was the amazing rock formations. When I looked at pictures, the rocks looked …
Island hopping around Greece sounds like pure bliss – and it is! But the process of booking multiple ferries to get you between each one can be daunting. If visiting some of the Greek islands is on your solo travel bucket list, then here’s my 5 tips to book Greek ferries for your first island …
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Formentera is absolutely gorgeous, tranquil and full of things to see and do. Being a relatively small island, it’s pretty easy to get around. If you’re staying for a couple of nights, here are 8 things you must see and do in Formentera in 48 hours! 1. Be amazed at Platja de Ses Illetes Stunning!! …
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Formentera is a beautiful island about 30-40 minutes away from Ibiza Town by boat. You’ll find getting to Formentera pretty easy, but it involves two journeys. You’ll need to take a flight and a ferry since the island doesn’t have its own airport. If you’ve never been and want to visit, here’s a rundown on …
From meatballs, lingonberries, picked vegetables, fish and sweet and savoury pastries, here are 4 great places to eat out in Stockholm that won’t break your budget. 1. Meatballs for the People Located in Sodermälm, a trendy district in Stockholm, Meatballs for the People is where you should head for a variety of balls and beer. …
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Have you just booked or want to book a trip to Stockholm? If you want somewhere trendy, doesn’t stretch your budget and is close to the shops, attractions and other islands, then a stay at the cool City Backpackers Hostel in Stockholm, may be in order! City Backpackers Hostel With unlimited free pasta for all …
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When I’d originally penned my travel bucket list for 2019, I had a number of places in mind to visit. I wanted to go to Budapest but this time on my own, finally get to Croatia, spend more time in Portugal and Greece, and even find time to squeeze in a few trips closer to …
If travelling solo is something you’ve been thinking of, why not plan your first trip in 2019. Make it your challenge for the year! To help you decide whether it’s right for you, here are 10 reasons why you should travel solo. 1. Independence No doubt about it, solo travel means you’re completely dependent on …
Happy New Year everyone! Another year, more travel plans to make. It’s 2019 – let my travel adventures begin!! My 2019 travel hit list So, what’s on my radar? You’ve probably guessed that I’ve already looked at my destinations for the year. It’s looking good so far! Aiming to visit a minimum of three countries …
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What a year 2018 has been! I wanted to take some time to reflect and think about the cool places I’ve been to and some of my favourite experiences. Where am I off to next? Who knows, but for now here’s my year of solo travel in 2018 – the highlights. This year I made …
With the famous Pena Palace as it’s home, Sintra is a beautiful town you should visit if you’re staying in Lisbon, Estoril or Cascais. Read on as I tell you how you can spend a day in Sintra, Portugal. A bit of planning There are a few ways to get to Sintra depending on where …
If you could see how excited I was that my trip to Portugal (at last) had come, you’d probably think I was being over the top. But I was really looking forward to it! Portugal had been on my bucket list for a little while so I was pleased that 2018 was the year I …
Whether you’ve been to Amsterdam before or it’s your first time, sometimes it can be nice to venture out of the city centre. On my weekend trip to the country mostly associated with wooden clogs, windmills and tulips (among other things) I spent a morning in Zaanse Schans, Amsterdam. Zaanse Schans Less than a 20-minute …
I decided to squeeze in a trip during the August bank holiday, so I checked out a few options. I looked at Norway, Bruges and Stockholm but eventually decided on a weekend break to Paris. My first thought was to fly but it was quite expensive for the budget I had in mind. I looked …
In my last post – My Copenhagen challenge – I decided to see if I could spend no more than £200 in 3 days. I’d heard how expensive the city could be, so wanted to give it a go. I like a challenge! Just to be clear, I wasn’t only thinking of food or spending …
Things to do in Copenhagen Taking short breaks here and there can be exciting. However, in most cases, it may mean a limited amount of time to get around all the sights, especially if you’ve not been there before. Copenhagen, although quite compact, has a lot to see and do and there are some cool …
Copenhagen Copenhagen is the down-to-earth, vibrant capital city of Denmark. With beautiful canals, grand buildings and palaces scattered throughout – and a smattering of bicycles – it’s a great place to spend a long weekend. But the city’s also known for being quite costly and what may begin as a small break, may end up …
Just a 10-minute walk from the famous Sagrada Familila Cathedral, Yeah Barcelona hostel is a vibrant place to stay in the Spanish city. Hostel hopes I’d searched a few places but decided to try a hostel again. This time, I’d be staying in a shared dorm room for the first time! I was only …
Deciding to visit Copenhagen definitely came out of the blue. No sooner had I arrived back from my trip to Amsterdam, did the urge to travel begin to nudge me once again. Hard. In fact, I nearly fell over! Okay, so I didn’t really fall, but you get what I mean. So, what now? My …
Santorini’s one of the most well-known Greek islands and is visited by many people each year. If you’ve never been or you’re thinking of going, here’s why you should visit Santorini. The start of Santorini Thousands of years ago, a volcanic eruption sunk the centre of Santorini island, leaving a Caldera – a flooded cauldron-like …
When you ask where to visit in Amsterdam a few well known attractions and places get mentioned – Anne Frank House; Rijksmuseum; Rembrandt; Leidseplein; Heineken Experience; Red Light District; Vondelpark or the Van Gogh Museum. If you’re looking to add a few different spots to that list, here are 5 lesser-known things to do and …
If you’re anything like me, when you book a trip, tour or any part of your holiday, you want to know how to prepare or will have questions. The same happened when I booked my first ever solo trip and booked a Santorini boat tour through my hotel. Have you just booked or would like …
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If you’re looking for a traditional spot to grab a bite to eat after a tiring day, then Da Tonino is somewhere you should visit. Recommended to me by a friend from Italy, this little restaurant is hidden in the old quarter of Rome, and near Piazza Navona. Here’s my review of Da Tonino – …
Nothing beats staying somewhere that’s close to all the hot spots in a town or city, but sometimes trying to find somewhere that also offers a friendly face too isn’t always easy! I was lucky enough to come across the bed and breakfast rooms at Alloggio turistico al Colosseo – located a stone’s throw away from …
If you’re looking for something a little different while in Amsterdam (and aren’t afraid of heights) you should visit one of the city’s coolest attractions. I had an evening of panoramic views at A’DAM Lookout, Amsterdam. ADAM Lookout Amsterdam A’DAM Lookout is Amsterdam’s viewing platform. With amazing vistas over the city, it also has something to …
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Things to see and do Rome is a bustling city with lots of monuments and landmarks. As you wander around the city no matter the path you take, you’ll find ancient structures nestled in the narrow streets and as centre pieces in its vibrant squares. With so many things to take in, I’ve narrowed down …
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Plus Florence <p>Plus Florence is a hostel part of the Plus Hostel group, with other locations in Berlin, Venice and Rome. <a href=”https://www.plushostels.com/en/plusflorence”>Plus Florence </a>is located about a 15-minute walk away from Santa Maria Novella train station. If you’re looking for a really good place to stay that’s close to some of the main attractions, then …
A pit-stop in Pisa A pit-stop in Pisa, Italy… literally! Pisa, a city located in the Tuscany region of Italy, is one of those places you just have to visit. Home to the well-known Leaning Tower of Pisa, it’s always very popular with tourists. The main reason for adding Pisa to my list of cities …
Getting around Italy by train Getting around Italy by train – 5 cities, in 5 nights. A few of my friends thought this was a very adventurous plan, one of whom is from Italy himself. They wondered if I’d be able to do it. If you read the latest from my travel diary, you’ll know …
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Next was Florence – the second city on my 5 cities in 5 nights Italian trip. I wasn’t staying far from Florence’s main train station, Santa Maria Novella, which meant I was quite close to the centre. If you’re heading there soon or if the city is on your travel bucket list, here are my …
The travel bug I had such a great time on the beautiful island of Santorini that I was already thinking of where to go next. A new solo travel adventure. By now, I’d definitely caught the solo travel bug, so I didn’t care where I went, I just wanted to do it again! My urge …
Super sunset Watching the sunset in Santorini, Greece has to be one of the main things you need to do if you ever visit this island. In fact, I’d go as far as to say that no trip to Santorini is complete unless take some time to do this! On my first solo holiday to …
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Beaches, beaches A trip to a beach is on a lot of people’s list when they visit Santorini, but make sure you visit the Red, White and Black beaches while you’re there. </p><h4>Unique in different ways</h4><p>Even if you don’t spend time relaxing on their shores, but pass by on a boat, you have to get a …
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After a nice relaxing day, a stroll along Perissa beach in the evening is a must! The strip was buzzing and there were a lot of people out and in the bars and restaurants that lined it. I heard the place I’d stay for the evening long before I saw it, and as I approached, …
I had all the main things sorted and out of the way, so it was time to look at getting to and from the airport while at home and away. <h4>Getting to the airport while at home </h4> <p>Getting to the airport is now pretty simple but there’s still a few things to consider. The …
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