Best Walking Holidays in the UK
Walking has so many health benefits and is a great way to discover new destinations. I love walking and being outside in the elements, surrounded by nature. After a long day of hiking there’s nothing better than bedding down in a charming local pub or hotel, eating good food and having a drink or two.…
Review: Hub by Premier Inn, London
I’ve reviewed my fair share of five-star hotels and there’s nothing I love more than a bit of luxury. But, for a short stay in a hotel that you’re probably not going to spend a huge amount of time in, I’ve been a long-time fan of the Premier Inn and I’m not afraid to admit…
White Lotus Filming Locations – Hawaii & Sicily
If you haven’t watched the HBO Emmy-winning show White Lotus yet, what are you waiting for? White Lotus has it all: black comedy, flawed characters, social satire, questions about wealth and class – all shot against idyllic backdrops in Hawaii and Sicily. Series one was shot in Maui, Hawaii, at The Four Seasons Resort Maui at…
Review: Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas, Santorini
Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas are located on the outskirts of Santorini’s most popular village, Oia, just a 15-minute drive from the airport. The resort has been designed in the style of a Santorinian village, with a design concept that combines traditional Cycladic architecture with unpretentious, contemporary multi-ethnic design. Travelling as a family with older…
Stay At Ardross Castle As Seen In The Traitors
Hands up who watched The Traitors on BBC One? Well, did you know you can stay at the castle where it was filmed. Filmed at Ardross Castle, just north of Inverness, this luxury 19th century castle can be hired privately and would be perfect for a group of friends, families or a corporate event. Who…
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Travel like a local and discover a path less travelled. If you’re starting to think about your 2023 holidays but are unsure where to start looking for the best destinations, hotels, places to eat, things to do and off the beaten track experiences, why not let me do all the hard work for you. Give…
Is Lisbon Portugal’s Hippest City?
Whether you want to party in the buzzy bars of the Barrio Alto or eat your way around the city, there’s something for everyone in Lisbon. Situated on the northern banks of the River Tagus (Rio Tejo), Lisbon is one of the best European cities to visit, any time of the year. Best hotels in…
4 Reasons Why You Should Visit Slovenia
I’m tempted not to share my Slovenia tips because the country is so surprisingly lovely I want to keep it all to myself. If you’re thinking about planning your summer trip, Slovenia should be high up on your list of places to visit. This teeny country, sandwiched between Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia, is so small,…
Alternative Guide To Manchester
There’s much more to Manchester than football and the Northern Quarter. This buzzing northern city is famed for its music, nightlife, food scene, architecture, shopping and fascinating history. In the 1800s it was one of the UK’s most important industrial power houses, known globally for its cotton trade. Take a walk around the city and…
3 Of The Best Christmas Markets In Europe
Christmas markets have always held such an allure for me. When I was in Berlin reviewing the 25 Hours Hotel, we visited the Christmas market at Breitscheidplatz, overlooked by the stunning Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. As we sipped gluhwein and ate gingerbread in cosy wooden huts it was hard not to get into the Christmas spirit.…