Pip from Pip in the City recently visited Kagoshima in Japan for The Travel Hack and today she’s sharing the best things to do in Kagoshima and why she thinks you should visit! This trip was supported by Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Imagine a city where the centrepiece is a gigantic, active volcano, spewing out …
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We’ve had a few family camping holidays abroad and we always find them to be one of the easiest and most affordable types of family holiday. We’re getting to that time of year when everyone is starting to think about their annual summer holiday and I’d like to make a case for the glamping holiday. …
Next week I’ll be going into hospital for my third elective cesarean. I’ve written a lot of packing posts for The Travel Hack but, unsurprisingly, this is my first packing post for going into hospital! Despite it being my third cesarean I’ve still loved reading blog posts, watching YouTube videos and trawling the internet looking …
If I mention an island escape you’re probably going to be thinking of idyllic Caribbean beaches with white sands and swaying palms. Yes, these are gorgeous but don’t dismiss the islands we have on our very own doorstep here in Britain. You’d be pressed to find an array of islands anywhere in the world that are as …
If you’re keen to try glamping but you don’t want to leave the luxuries at home then I know just the place for you. Let me introduce you to North Star Club, a magical woodland hideaway in Yorkshire. If you’ve ever wanted to run away from reality and escape to a cabin in the woods …
Menorca is one of my favourite places for a chilled beach holiday. I’ve been to Menorca lots of times and we went again this summer for the first time with the kids and had our favourite family summer holiday yet. On the surface, Menorca may seem like the smaller and less popular option to its …
I was going to write a 36 week pregnancy update today. Yes, that’s right – 36 weeks! But then I realised not a lot has changed since my 27 week pregnancy update which, weirdly, feels like about 3 days ago. One update I do have is that I’m all booked in for my cesarean. I’ve …
Urgh, blogoversary. Sorry, that’s a horrible word isn’t it. But it’s been 10 years since I began blogging and left the UK as a fresh-faced 21 year old, ready to explore the world. I remember getting on that plane to Hong Kong like it was yesterday. ^All packed and ready to go! This photo was …
I’m sure many of you already know that I’m a massive fan of glamping. Today I want to tell you about my latest glamping trip at Amber’s Bell Tents. This trip was in collaboration with my shiny, new Dacia Duster. If you’re new to the world of glamping then let me tell you all about …
Are you planning to visit Rome this autumn? I think it’s the perfect time to visit because the weather in Rome in October is PERFECT! Today’s post is all about an autumnal trip to Rome and what to wear and pack while you’re there. Autumn is my absolutely favourite time of year to take a …
If you’re expecting a baby then I’m sure you’ll feel a little overwhelmed at some point when you start thinking about all the things you need to do, buy, read, prepare and learn! I’m expecting my third baby and I’m having moments of panic when I think about it! It’s an absolute minefield trying to …
Is there anything better than waking up in the morning and having nothing to do? No plans, no work, no commitments. Nothing but a gloriously long day ahead of you, waiting to be filled with an adventure. Oh the possibilities. Oh the excitement! Sounds great, doesn’t it? But how many of us actually embrace these …
Today’s post about fun things to do in The Hague with kids is by Jasmine Buckley. If you’ll be visiting for the first time then be sure to check out her post about things to do in the Hague as it’s a great intro to the city. But, right now, we’re talking about things to …
Today’s post with my travel hacks to help you sleep better while travelling in sponsored by Tempur. I’m one of those people who generally feels like they can do pretty much anything …provided I’ve had a good night’s sleep. When I’ve slept well I’m up for climbing mountains, skydiving from planes, scuba diving around shipwrecks …
For some people, a 27 week pregnancy update might seem like a random week to choose but the 27 week mark has always been a momentous milestone for me. I don’t want to be morbid here but the survival rate for babies born at 27 weeks suddenly increases (I think it’s due to lung development). …
This blog about things you need to know before visiting Marrakesh was created in collaboration with Admiral Travel Insurance. Travel insurance is something you should never travel without no matter where you’re going! Marrakesh is one of those cities that keeps drawing me back in. It’s the exotic excitement of visiting somewhere completely different to …
If you’re looking for things to do in Aberdeen then you’re in for a treat because this unique city has so much to offer! Here are 30 of my favourite things to do in Aberdeen, Scotland. Aberdeen is Scotland’s third-largest city (after Glasgow and the city of Edinburgh) and shouldn’t be missed if you’re visiting …
My favourite thing about staying at Lazure Marina and Hotel was going down to breakfast each morning. I’d sweep down the staircase and head towards the breakfast room where two enormous double doors would be propped open to let in the morning sunshine. Through the doors I could see the marina where the water was …
I’ve just returned from a Montenegro holiday and wow, just wow. I cannot believe how gorgeous Montenegro is but, mostly, I cannot believe what a little-known and underrated destination it is. While I was there I was based in Herceg Novi, a lovely coastal town close to the Croatian border and at the entrance to …
Portia Jones from Pip and the City recently took a trip to Ravenna, the beautiful Italian city in Emilia-Romagna. Ravenna isn’t always our first choice for an Italian city break so Portia is sharing 9 reasons why it should be on your travel radar. If authentic (and not too touristy!) Italian cities, great food, history, …
Today’s blog post is another fab one by Bonnie Friend from the Good Hotel Guide! She’s sharing 10 quirky hotels in Wales for anyone looking for a unique stay somewhere a little different in Wales! From a retreat favoured by Dylan Thomas to a suite in a windmill, views of Snowdonia to a former …
I’ve just returned from my first visit to Oxford and as soon as I arrived my immediate reaction was, ‘Why haven’t I been here before!?’ Oxford is one of those beautiful cities I knew I’d visit ‘one day’ but it took me far too long to make ‘one day’ a reality. I knew all about …
If you’re a frequent traveller you probably already know about the new baggage restrictions from Ryanair. The new rules, introduced in November 2018, mean the only bag you get included in the price of your ticket is a small bag which will fit under the seat in front of you. I know we all love …
*This baby holiday packing list has been created in collaboration with The Gro Company. I’m not going to lie, it took me a long time to get the hang of packing for a holiday with a baby and a toddler! On our first holiday we took way too much, on our second holiday we took …
When I was contacted and asked if I’d like to review some special new glasses from Citroen which claim to stop travel sickness, I was very excited. I was told these glasses can stop you feeling motion sick in a matter of minutes so I jumped at the chance to get a pair on loan. …
On my first full day in Montenegro the weather was cloudy and dull so I decided to take a day trip to the Bay of Kotor as it’s something that would be incredible come rain or shine. I had a car and this was one of the highlights of my trip! Note: It’s very, very …
I’ve just returned from an incredible 5 day holiday to Montenegro and, as you probably already know, I totally fell in love with this gorgeously underrated country. I was based in Herceg Novi for all five nights. For British visitors to Montenegro, Herceg Novi isn’t usually the first choice to stay for their Montenegro holidays …
This Seatfrog review has been created in collaboration with Seatfrog and, as always, all thoughts about the app and over-excitement about travelling First Class are all my own! Today I’d like to share a new app I’ve discovered called Seatfrog. Prepare to have your Virgin Train journeys in the UK changed forever! This is my …
If you want to plan a family holiday I’ve got 10 great tips for planning and booking that dream vacation. Travel planning can be really overwhelming, with so many things to consider and so much money at stake. It’s even more overwhelming when you’re doing it for the whole family and you have so many …
We all know the Amalfi Coast is one of the most gorgeously scenic areas in the world. I’m sure I’m not the only one who has been inspired to visit the Amalfi Coast after drooling over gorgeous Instagram photos showing colourful hillsides dotted with beautiful little buildings and dazzling blue seas below. Yes, the Amalfi …