I’ve just returned from the most incredible 8 days in Dubai! It was a family holiday to Dubai with Emirates Holidays and we found this 8 day Dubai itinerary to be just perfect. It includes staying in two different hotels/resorts and has a really nice range of activities for the whole family. Here’s my Dubai …
If you’re planning a chilled weekend in Ibiza then this this itinerary is for you. And if want to know what to do in Ibiza, that doesn’t involve visiting super clubs or hanging out in San Antonio, then keep reading! I visited Ibiza on a chilled girls’ holiday and we had such a great time. …
This family holiday packing list includes affiliate links. If you’re packing for a family holiday and you’re starting to feel overwhelmed by all the stuff you need then I’m here to help! I’ve created this easy to follow family packing list so you can check everything off as you pack it. We’re going on a …
If you’re looking to save money on weekend trips then you’re in the right place because I have lots of great tips and travel hacks to share! Weekend breaks are on the rise and more people than ever before are ditching the traditional 2-week holiday in favour of lots of shorter holidays throughout the year. …
If you’re looking for a cheap break to Krakow then I’ve got you covered in today’s blog post! I’m sharing my top tips for a Krakow weekend break with the best places to eat and drink, what to do, how to organise your time and everything you need to know to make your Krakow weekend …
If you’re visiting Santorini on a cruise and you’d like to get from Santorini cruise port to Oia then keep reading. In today’s post I’m sharing two of the easiest ways to get from Santorini cruise port to Oia, the top things to do in Oia when you get there and some of the best …
*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 …
Are you looking for the perfect 45x36x20cm cabin bag? Maybe you’re looking for the ‘free underseat luggage’ you can take on easyJet flights. It’s the bag that fits under the seat in front of you and you don’t need to pay any extra to take it onboard. You might be surprised to find how spacious …
Today I’m sharing a 10kg luggage example because it’s so hard to visualise how big that 10kg suitcase can be and how much you can actually fit in there! So you’re going on holiday and you’ve opted to take nothing but 10kg luggage. And let me guess, now you’re kind of panicking thinking, ‘Agh, I …
Today I’m sharing a quick and simple post about what to wear on a plane. You want to be comfy but look stylish, be warm but not hot and potentially be prepared for a dramatic change in weather! Thankfully, athleisure wear is at the top of its game right now so the shops and online …
Today I’m sharing my ultimate kids activity pack that is perfect for travel or whenever you need to keep your kids entertained in small spaces! If, like me, you have kids who don’t sit still then these activity pack ideas will come in so handy. I have three young children (ages 7, 5 and 2) …
I recently got myself a vanity case for travel so today I’m sharing my thoughts on travelling with a vanity case, the top vanity cases I could find and answer lots of questions about using one! Let’s get started with my overall thoughts on travelling with a vanity case… The awkwardness of travelling with a …
A road trip is my favourite way to discover a new destination. I love the freedom of the open road and that feeling as your soar through the countryside with the wind in your hair and your favourite song blasting through the car. I love stopping at road side cafes and every little gem that …
Travelling with just carry-on luggage is the best. It’s cheaper, easier, and incredibly liberating and you never need everything you pack in a big suitcase anyway. But I’m not going to lie, it can be difficult! You’ve got to be organised and ruthless when you’re packing carry-on only. You need to know exactly what you’ll …
If you’re planning a holiday to Antalya in Turkey and you want some excitement outside of your hotel resort then I’ve got you covered! There are so many things to do in Antalya, whether you love nature, culture, history, food or picture-perfect towns. Most people who visit will do so on package holidays to Antalya. …
In today’s post I want to tell you about my recent cruise aboard the Sky Princess! This was a magical journey and boarding the ship was so exciting. This was my first time cruising from the UK and I loved the ease and simplicity of it. My trip with Princess Cruises was a media trip …
Sailing along any of Croatia’s beautiful coasts has been on my bucket list for years. The deep, calm waters, the gentle green hills and the serene sky bring peace, tranquility and a contact with nature that is hard to match in other landscapes. Croatia is becoming a popular sailing destination for both experienced and newbies …
If you’re looking for the best travelling clothes for ladies then I have you covered with these comfortable, stylish travel sets. Thankfully, loungewear travel sets and athleisure wear are all the rage right now so you can find affordable, yet elegant and fashionable travel clothes for ladies everywhere. I bet you didn’t think I’d be …
For some people, picking out your airplane outfit is an afterthought. You’ve picked your outfits for your holiday and haven’t even thought about what to wear to get there! But for others, this is a big deal! I love picking out stylish airplane outfits. I love getting them ready and hanging them up so they’re …
I’m guessing you’ve landed on this page because you’re booked a flight with just the ‘free’ underseat carry-on luggage and now you’re wondering how you’re going to pack light for a weekend trip. How are you going to fit everything in this tiny bag!? Packing light for a weekend trip is my bag (pun absolutely …
I’m on the hunt to find the very best women’s travel toiletry bag. If I’m honest, I’ve been hunting for this mythical toiletry bag for years. I’ve never had one that’s quite right. They’re either too big, too small, too many pockets, not enough pockets…you get the idea! I decided to order all the best …
Whether you love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and it’s that time of year to spoil your better half. Flowers, chocolates and balloons are all well and good (what girl doesn’t love a bouquet of red roses and a helium balloons!?) but a true travel lover will be blown …
Last weekend I was set one of the most awesome challenges I’ve ever been set for The Travel Hack. The guys at Vauxhall sent me the new Mokka X and challenged me to see how adventurous I could be in 48 hours. It’s times like this I really love being a blogger! I decided to …
If you follow me on Instagram you will have seen I’ve got really into hiking. I live on the border of North Wales and Cheshire, two incredible places for hiking and I feel so lucky to call this home! I’ve had loads of questions about ladies hiking clothes and hiking outfit ideas for ladies so …
Egypt is the ideal place for a sunny, shoulder-season holiday. We Brits love a bit of winter sun but the weather in Europe is unpredictable and travelling further afield is expensive and time consuming. That’s why Egypt is a brilliant option if you’re looking for warm weather, sunny skies, flight times under six hours, gorgeous …
If you’re travelling to Malaga then I highly recommend hiring a car when you arrive! There’s so much to see and do in this gorgeous area of Spain and it’s so much more fun to do it with the freedom of your own car. You’ll see so much more (especially if you’re short on time!) …
Japan’s big cities are intoxicating. Fast paced and modern, destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka are unlike anywhere else on earth, so it’s little surprise that they’re becoming more and more popular with travellers from Britain and beyond. But these cities, heady and irresistible as they are, don’t offer visitors the full picture of a …
If you’re going on holiday to Turkey then you cannot miss the opportunity to visit a traditional Turkish bath. Most hotels will offer this experience and there are often hammam spas within your hotel complex. If you’ve got a spare afternoon while you’re on holiday, trust me when I say you cannot miss the Turkish …
Two weeks ago I did something I wasn’t sure I’d ever do again. I took an all-inclusive holiday. Yes, really. This probably doesn’t seem like a big deal for most people but I’d put myself in the ‘not-an-all-inclusive-person’ category and I wasn’t planning on leaving any time soon. We usually book our travels independently and …
A compilation of the best travel books – as shortlisted by Stanfords! If you made it your New Year’s Resolution to read more this year then I have some of the best travel books for you. These travel books were all shortlisted for The Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards. Yes, Stanford’s – that gorgeous store …