Last weekend I travelled to Gothenburg in Sweden for their famous Christmas markets. It was so magical and festive and my boyfriend and I had a fantastic time. I love wintery weekends away, no matter where they are. They’re often really affordable compared to summer weekends and I hate the thought of hibernating at home …
If you’ve been reading this blog for a while then you’ll have seen me mention the #Take12Trips Challenge at the start of each year. As it’s a 12 month challenge, January feels like the perfect time of year to begin! #Take12Trips is a challenge to take a ‘trip’ once a month for an entire year. …
After planning and booking countless holidays I’ve got this process down to a fine art – but it’s taken me a long, long time to finally feel confident planning and booking holidays, especially city breaks! City breaks can be complicated to book because there are so many individual things to book, research, reserve and pay …
Did you know that short holidays and weekend escapes can make you just as happy as a longer holiday? With this in mind, I vowed to take more weekends away this year and decided to explore more of what I’ve got right on my doorstep. Here in the UK we have so many quirky, cool …
Well hello! It’s been such a long time since I’ve written a blog post like this. I wrote this catch up in 2018 and I’ve just re-read it and, wow, life used to be busy! Blogging used to be a series of daily life updates, random thoughts and whatever I’d been doing that week but …
During my recent trip to Glasgow I developed a serious soft spot for this gorgeous city. I'd already spent a couple of weekends in Glasgow but this time it felt different. I'm not sure if it's because I finally felt like I knew my way around or because there's more going on but there was …
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 …
If you're looking for a travel guide to Scotland then you've come to the right place as I've collated all the best travel blogger's guides in one place! Here it is, the ultimate travel blogger's guide to Scotland. Scotland might be small but there are a surprising number of things to do, see and visit …
Glasgow is a city I've always been intrigued by. I've heard mixed reports from the previous European Capital of Culture so when Thistle Glasgow and Red Spotted Hanky joined together to organise a bloggers trip to Glasgow, I jumped at the chance to decide once and for all if Glasgow is a city worth seeing. Update: …
Earlier this year, Elle visited Ras Al Khaimah, a little-known gem in the UAE. We think you need to get Ras Al Khaimah on your bucket list before this secret destination gets on the radar of travel lovers worldwide.... Check out Southall Travel's 5* holidays to Ras Al Khaimah for more info. Now it's over to …
Today is Blue Monday, officially the most depressing day of the year. Just typing those words is making me feel depressed. We’re currently stuck in this miserable winter limbo where Christmas feels like so long ago and spring seems so far away. Looking out the window at those dreary grey skies and bare trees shivering …
Dubai is a place that has always intrigued me but it wasn’t until recently that it made it onto my travel bucket list. Elle visited Dubai last summer and her gorgeous photos blew me away. It was the contrast between the sleek and modern and the more traditional side to the city that really caught …
I knew Dubai was going to be great for kids but I had no idea just how child-friendly Dubai would be. There’s so much for kids to do in Dubai but everything is aimed at kids AND their parents. Yes, that’s right – child-friendly activities that adults can actually enjoy too. It was seriously a …
What would you say if I told you there’s a device that could make your skin look and feel younger? Your skin will visibly look fresher and feel so much softer? I’m guessing half of you would be biting my hand off and asking what it is. While the other half would be sceptical and …
I’ve shared so many holiday packing lists over the years but the question I’m always asked about is how I manage to pack light for long holidays. It’s easy to pack light for a 2-3 day holiday, but what do you do when you’re away for 2-3 weeks! Or even 2-3 months? How on earth …
Suzanne has already shared so many amazing blog posts about Lisbon and today she’s got a perfect weekend itinerary for Lisbon. If you’re a first-time visitor to Lisbon and you’re in the city for just 2 or 3 days then this is the itinerary for you! Updated 14 March, 2022 by Mike Seguin of lisbontravelideas.com …
I love hiking with kids. Hiking is one of my favourite past times and it’s something I was excited to do with my kids once they reached an age where they could walk a couple of miles. Hiking is great exercise, an interesting way to learn about nature and it’s a free family day out …
Hi everyone, it’s George (otherwise known as The Tiny Travel Hack) here today. My mum has asked me to write a packing post with all the things I think you should pack for a baby’s summer holiday. We know there are lots of lucky babies heading on exotic holidays this summer because you’ve been emailing …
What to pack for a baby in the Maldives…or anywhere beachy and exotic and gorgeous! I usually like to travel light – yes, even when I’m travelling with a baby! I’ll buy baby food, nappies and wipes once I reach my destination and usually stay somewhere with a washing machine so I don’t need to …
This post about flying with a toddler what to pack for toddlers on a plane was created in collaboration with Admiral Travel Insurance. I've taken so many flights with kids so I'm sharing all my tips to make your flight as easy as possible! Travelling with toddlers and young children can be….let’s call it challenging! …
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? 3 days in Tenerife isn't long enough, surely? I recently spent 3 days in Tenerife with my good friend and …
Atomic Habits by James Clear was an absolute game-changer of a book for me. It’s a book I recommend people read so often I thought it was time to create a summary.
Camping and glamping are two of my favourite summer activities. Of course, I love jetting off to exotic beaches (who doesn’t!?) but you can’t beat a weekend camping with all your friends. I know a lot of people have hideous memories from family camping trips where it rained all week so you’re damp and miserable …
Woohoo, you’re going on holiday to the Maldives! You’re going to have the best time ever. You may think that all you’ll need to pack for a holiday to the Maldives would be your swimsuit and your suntan lotion. These will definitely be high on your list but there are a few extras you’ll definitely …
Backpacking is a style of travelling where you travel on a budget, usually for a couple of months or longer, with a very loose itinerary but often without any fixed plans or schedules. Backpacking is awesome. I’m more of a flashpacker these days but my heart still lies in this carefree travel style. But I …
Since I’ve come back from India one of the most common questions I get asked by women is about what women should pack for a trip to India. I was expecting to be asked how to avoid Delhi Belly, how to find nice accommodation, how safe it is to travel alone and what the overnight …
The picture above is from Farmers Market, an Icelandic design company and clothing brand. I can't decide if these clothes should be in Little House on the Prairie or in a fashion magazine. Either way, I love them and that's part of the reason why I love Iceland. Everything is stylish and cool in a …
It’s one of the questions I’m asked about the most: What to pack for a cruise!? You’re going to be visiting multiple destinations, possibly experiencing different climates, doing lots of activities and probably having lovely dinners each evening. It can be a little overwhelming when you’re planning what to pack for a cruise but I’m …
Rebecca Sharp from Almost Ginger shares her packing tips for winter weekend in Malta. Malta is a great place to escape from the winter weather but don't be fooled into thinking it's going to be boiling hot. Earlier this year, I enjoyed a weekend break in Malta to escape the bitter January cold. Although Malta …
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 …
Here’s my travel blog from my 3-day trip to Marrakech and all of my favourite things to do in Marrakech. The secret to perfect trip to Marrakech is all about the accommodation you choose. You want to find a beautiful riad within the medina which will become your mini oasis with the chaos within the …
If you’re thinking about travelling with a newborn then I’m here to give you some reassurance and encouragement and let you know this is a great time to travel with your baby! I have three young children and we travelled a lot with them all as newborns and I honestly found this to be the …
Flying long-haul with a baby can be a bit daunting. Most people actually thought that we were crazy for flying with a baby but, while they can be difficult, they aren't impossible! Today's post is full of all of my tips for flying with a baby and will, hopefully, help to put your mind at …
I wrote this post after many requests from new mammas, soon-to-be mammas and people considering being mammas in the very distant future. “What’s it really like to travel with a baby?’ they’ve been asking. “Come on, tell us the truth!” So here goes, the good, the bad and the ugly when travelling with a baby …
If you're the kind of person who loves their annual ski holiday and can't imagine skipping it, but also can't imagine how you'd cope on a ski holiday with a baby or a toddler then this is for you! We've just returned from a family ski holiday to Les Gets in France with our two …
If you’re looking for the best travel stroller then I’ve got you covered. I’m not going to make you scroll through a million words of waffle to find out which is the best travel stroller (although that is below if you’d like more info!) The best travel stroller is the BabyZen Yoyo+ I’ve tried so …
No matter how old your children are I think it’s really important to travel with them. I do think kids learn a lot through their travel experiences but it’s more than that. Holidays are one of the only times when parents dedicate 100% of their time to relaxing and having fun. There’s no work, no …
Berlin is known as a cool, gritty city. It’s vibrant and cutting edge and filled with creative people who drive the city forward. But did you know that Berlin is an environmentally friendly city too? By 2020 Berlin aims to be the greenest city in the world. That’s an ambitious goal, especially when they have …
When it comes to packing for a weekend break, it’s no secret that travelling with carry-on luggage (instead of - not as well as - a big suitcase that goes in the hold) has loads of advantages. It’s usually cheaper to travel with just a carry-on as many airlines charge a hefty fee for checked …
There was a time when I loved being a backpacker. I thought of myself like a little turtle carrying all my worldly possessions as I travelled around Asia. I could quickly pack up my life and move onto the next destination without batting an eyelid. I'm currently travelling around Europe with Citadines and it reminds …