15 Things to do in Menorca
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
Top 10 tours in Barcelona and Beyond
I’ve been to Barcelona a few times, and with each visit I discover something new to love about this vibrant city. Barcelona is a great weekend break destination, with loads to keep you busy if you want to stay in town, as well as plenty of
A local’s guide to the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona
The Gothic Quarter, or Barrio Gotico, is at the heart of Barcelona’s old city, and plays host to some of the most beautiful historic sights the city has to offer. For today's post I caught up with a friend of mine living in the city to
10 reasons to add Tenerife to your winter holiday bucket list
Winter sunshine. Ahhh, it's like music to my ears. It's always at this time of year when I start thinking, 'I wish I'd booked a winter sun holiday! Why wasn't I more organised back in October!?' If you're in the same boat, it's not too late to
Staying at the Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife with Jet2Holidays: The glamorous resort you need to visit with your kids
Here's my honest review from our family holiday to the Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife with Jet2Holidays. I was a little worried about writing my blog post about our family holiday to Tenerife with Jet2Holidays. The reason I was worried was because it was perfect. No, really. Everything.
Azulfit Yoga and Pilates Retreat: My second detox retreat in Fuerteventura
We all know we should look after ourselves – both our minds and our bodies – but how many of us actually do? Now more than ever we’re bombarded with messages encouraging us to live a healthier lifestyle. The rise of ‘clean eating Instagrammers’ prove how much
Can you visit Tenerife for 3 days? YES!
I’ve got to admit, it had never crossed my mind to visit Tenerife for 3 days before! It’s the kind of place you go for a week or two, not for a long weekend, right? It turns out that Tenerife was actually a fabulous place for a
There’s so much more to the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are one of those destinations we Brits take for granted. ‘Canary Islands’ may conjure up images of cheap and cheerful package holidays but there’s so much more! Now we all love these gloriously relaxing holidays but today I want to share a couple
The Travel Blogger’s Guide to Barcelona
Whenever I'm planning a weekend away I always look to travel bloggers for ideas and inspiration. I love to read blogger's itineraries and highlights and recommendations for places to eat and drink. A few weeks ago I took Sam to Barcelona for a surprise birthday weekend away.
Perfect Weekend Itinerary for Murcia
How to get to Murcia It's easy to fly to Murcia either directly to Murcia airport, or Alicante which is about 30-45 minutes drive away. There are flights throughout the year to both airports including with budget airlines such as Ryanair and Monarch. Where to stay in Murcia Murcia
9 Reasons You Should Visit Murcia, Spain
The Costa Calida is one of the lesser known tourist spots in Spain, this makes it the ideal place to travel to get an authentic Spanish experience without the usual crowds. I went to explore the Murcia region, known as the garden of Spain, to see what
Travel Journal: My Five Days in Murcia, Spain
Murcia, a charming and underrated region of Spain. If you’re looking for a hidden gem, somewhere away from the overcrowded tourist-y areas of Spain, this might be the place for you. Over 5 days I had a whistle-stop tour of Murcia where I found it to be
A weekend itinerary for Menorca
Hold up a minute. A weekend? In Menorca? Hmm, that’s probably something you hadn’t thought about before. But with short and affordable flights from the UK combined with a small and easily accessible island, there really is no reason why you can’t visit Menorca for a long
An Insider’s Guide to Menorca
If you're looking for the best things to do in Menorca, then look no further. For a comprehensive local's guide to Menorca, complete with things to see, do and try while you're on one of Spain’s Balearic islands, read on: I’m a firm believer that no one
Menorca: Could this be your perfect holiday destination?
If I were to ask you to describe your perfect holiday, I bet for many of you it would go a little bit like this… A small island paradise that feels a million miles from home but is actually just a short (and inexpensive!) flight away. A place
The perfect weekend itinerary for Valencia
Did you see my last posts about why I think Valencia is the perfect destination for a weekend escape? If you didn’t, check that out first! I fell head over heels in love with Valencia, Spain’s third city. It caught me off guard as I hadn’t expected
10 reasons why Valencia is perfect for a weekend escape
I’ve just returned from a weekend in Valencia and I’m still buzzing from the trip. It had everything I could possibly want from a weekend away; culture, history, art, shopping, great food and drink, affordable prices and easy flights. Everything about it was absolutely perfect and
A 5 day Travel Guide to Valencia
If you're looking to plan a 5 day trip to Spain’s third-largest city then read on for my guide to Valencia. In today's Valencia guide, you'll find my full five-day itinerary and suggestions on places to eat, see and stay while you're in the city. If you
Travel update: I’m in Valencia and I’m in love with this city!
“Why have I not been here before!?” This was a genuine question I kept asking myself just a few hours after I’d landed in Valencia. This city is gorgeous. It’s warm and it’s beautiful and it’s interesting. It’s historical and filled with culture but also modern and filled with
What to Pack for the Canary Islands
When I visited Fuerteventura and Lanzarote in the Canary Islands, I thought packing would be a breeze. I pride myself on being an efficient packer, and have been known to travel with just a handbag for a winter weekend away. So an island holiday? No problem. Or so
5 spectacular sights in Lanzarote
If you thought Lanzarote was all about beaches and booze and Brits abroad then you can think again. Elle discovered just a few of the amazing sights this tiny island has to offer. Here are 5 of her favourites
Fuerteventura or Lanzarote: Which Island in the Canaries Should You Visit?
I have a confession to make: when I was invited to explore the islands of Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, I had to go straight to Google Maps to find out where these destinations were. In case you're also wondering, they're in the Canary Islands which, although owned
The Travel Hack’s Guide to Barcelona
You’ve booked your flights and now you’re wondering what you can actually do in Barcelona. Well step this way, as we share our Barcelona guide. Having visited a few times, including just last month, it includes some of our favourite tourist spots, as well as some
360° Rooftop Views at Barceló Raval, Barcelona
Barcelona is full of hotels, so it makes sense to go for one that’s going to give you a memorable experience. And that’s where Barceló Raval comes into play. It’s a four-star hotel with unique décor, a rooftop bar and pool, and techie extras. Yep, this place
A Secret Side to Menorca: Reserva la Concepció Salt Flats
My favourite part of my recent Menorca trip wasn’t exploring the labyrinthine coves and hidden beaches. It wasn’t tucking into delicious, salty cuttlefish washed down with a crisp glass of wine. It wasn’t even sampling fine flavoured gin in a dedicated distillery (although I’ve gotta say
7 Things you didn’t know about Menorca
In my previous post about Menorca, I wrote about how much it surprised me as a place. It was far from the Brits Abroad destination I’d expected it to be. Turns out, Menorca is surprising in a number of other ways, too. Look beneath the surface, and
The Travel Hack’s Guide to Menorca
From the first day, Menorca surprised me. For some reason, I’d had the impression that it was a typical tourist destination - beautiful, but where everywhere you look there are restaurants selling pizza and chips. But wow – was I wrong. The little island of Menorca is
Snowshoeing in Spain
There is nowhere on earth quite so peaceful as an empty ski slope. The snow wraps itself around like the mountain like a thick layer of bubble wrap making everything softer, quieter, gentler and even more beautiful than you could possibly imagine. The snow takes away the
Where to ski in Catalonia, Spain
On Monday I revealed one of my many travel confessions; I’m the most antisocial snowboarder that ever lived. I hate seeing other people on the slopes and will happily hog an entire run if it means I won’t knock anyone flying or go flying myself. If you
Skiing in Spain for scardy cat skiers
Last week while snowboarding in Catalonia I discovered something about myself I don’t like; I’m an incredibly antisocial snowboarder. I like to think of myself as a friendly, sociable type but when it comes to snowboarding I like to be as far away from other people as