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Today’s blog post is about finding the best heated jacket to keep you warm this winter. I’m one of those people who is always cold so a heated jacket has been an absolute game changer! If you’re looking for the best heated jacket or heated vest for this cold weather then I’ve got you covered! And …

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If you’ve been following along on Instagram you will have seen that I’ve just returned from an incredible 3-day trip to Iceland. Actually, ‘incredible’ doesn’t do it justice. It was an unforgettable, once in a lifetime, ‘tell-it-to-the-grandchildren-in-50-years-time’ kind of incredible. I was away for a long weekend and it was actually only 36 hours spent …

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Driving around Australia in a campervan sounds like a romantic dream come true doesn’t it? Well it pretty much was which is why I’ve finally got round to sharing my experience. I spent nearly 18 months in Australia with my then boyfriend. We worked for 8 of those months and travelled in a campervan for …

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Everything you need to know about hiring a car in Lanzarote If you’re going to do one thing in Lanzarote, make it this….hire a car! I’ve just returned from a gorgeous trip to Lanzarote. It was my fourth time to the island and it was by far the best, simply because we hired a car. …

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Black Friday is almost upon us and it’s a great time to grab a bargain! Whether you’re buying Christmas presents or expensive items for yourself that you’ve been swooning over for months, Black Friday is the time to get them.  But did you know Black Friday is also a great time to bag a travel …

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If you love holidays and you love walking then you’re going to love these five walking holiday ideas for Europe. I’m new to the world of walking holidays. I’ve always loved hiking but it wasn’t until I spent a weekend walking along The Sandstone Trail in Cheshire that I realised what a fabulous holiday it …

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Staying fit and healthy can be hard enough when you’re at home, never mind keeping up with a fitness regime when you travel! When you’re travelling you don’t have access to the same equipment, your schedule goes out the window, you want to enjoy all the new foods and drinks and your focus is on …

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After long flights from Miami to Madrid, you’ll likely be eager to stretch your legs, get some fresh air, and explore the vibrant Spanish capital. Whether you’re staying for a few days or beginning a longer European adventure, Madrid offers a wonderful mix of activities that are perfect for unwinding while enjoying the city’s rich …

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If you’re packing your toiletries for a trip then you’re probably trying to pack light whilst still taking enough of the essentials! I’ve been a frequent traveller for the past 15 years and here are my tips to pack light and get the best toiletries for a trip. I’ve created lists below that you can …

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Here’s my itinerary and honest review of a one-night break in Snowdonia staying at the Hilton Garden Inn Snowdonia. If you’re looking for the absolute perfection of a one-night break in Snowdonia then here it is. I’ve lived in North Wales all my life so I know the area really well (although there’s always more …

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Today I’m sharing my top tips to pack light for a week away. I always travel as light as possible because it saves time and money and makes travelling so much easier. Honestly, once you’ve learnt the art of packing light you’ll never go back to hefting a heavy suitcase away with you! The scientific …

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I’ve been lucky enough to call North Wales my home for over 30 years. During that time I’ve seen the area change as it became an adventure hub and visitors could see what a gorgeous, exciting and interesting place this is. It’s taken some time but here is my ultimate list of 100 things to …

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When you think of bucket list train journeys you may start thinking of epic train trips like the Orient Express and the Trans-Siberian Railroad or the Rocky Mountaineer. I would love to take one of these train journeys but don’t forget we have some incredible train journeys right here in the UK! These British train …

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I’ve walked up Snowdon quite a few times now. I’m very lucky to live less than an hour and a half from Pen-y-Pass, which is a popular spot to begin a walk up Snowdon. I’ve done it in the rain, in the snow, in the blazing sunshine and, more often than not, in the chilly …

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Travel visas can be such a complicated and time consuming hassle before your holiday. You just want to get on with the fun bit of planning and booking things without having boring visas looming over your head. It can also be unnecessarily hard to know if you need them, where you need them for and …

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Last year I went all out with Christmas events and we did so many. I love Christmas but I don’t enjoy the commercialism and the over-buying it often entails. So, rather than spending a fortune on tacky Christmas presents for my kids, I decided to treat them to some festive days out and Christmas events. …

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In this series of posts I’m sharing all of my favourite things to do in North Wales. I’ve made an epic list of almost 150 things to do and I’m slowly working through the list and creating detailed blog posts to help you do all of these amazing things! Today I want to share my …

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Today’s blog comes from Sophie, the blogger behind Sophie’s Suitcase. Sophie wants to share more about the gorgeous Newburgh ‘seal’ Beach in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, where you can spot seals all year round! I’ve been asking bloggers to share their favourite hidden gems around the UK and, while this beach might not be hidden, I’m sure …

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I’ve lived in North Wales nearly all of my life but there are still hidden gems and gorgeous beaches I still discover today. Porth Iago is one of those! Porth Iago is a beautiful, sheltered beach on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales. It’s a little tricky to access as the car park is on …

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What is the Camino de Santiago? The Camino de Santiago is a famous and ancient Christian pilgrimage route in Spain which usually takes about a month to complete on foot. The most popular route is about 485 miles long and it’s walked by devoted Christians and adventurous alike.  It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site which …

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Last week I published a blog post about travel content creation and how that leads to blogging passive income (aka, the best way to earn a living ever!)  The response from you guys was amazing and I’ve had so many follow-up questions. The main question being: ‘How do you turn your passion for travel into …

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You’ve made the decision you want to travel more this year. You’ve realised experiences are more important than possessions and you’ve put together a plan to start saving for your next big trip. But how are you going to decide where to actually go? Budget and time will undoubtedly play a part in the decision making process but …

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If you subscribe to my email updates you will have seen that in last week’s email I asked you guys to send me any travel questions you have. One of the first emails to come through was from Bethan Jackson (thanks Bethan!) and she said: I want to go to New York for a long …

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Just before Christmas I visited Saudi Arabia, a country I didn’t ever expect to visit! Since returning, the main thing I’m being asked is, ‘What’s it really like?’ I’ve said over on Instagram that I had a surprisingly nice time and I still think a lot of people are unsure if I’m stretching the truth …

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