Visiting Ile de Re from a cruise ship was one of the highlights from my recent trip with Princess Cruises. Our second stop aboard the Sky Princess was La Rochelle and there was the option to take a shore excursion to Ile de Re. It was an opportunity I knew I couldn’t miss as I’d …

What’s the best travel steam iron for your next trip? If you haven’t come across the wonderful world of travel steamers yet then be prepared to have your life changed! I’ve been using a steamer for years now, mostly because I’m terrible at ironing and too lazy to get the ironing board out every time …

Today I’d like to share a new jewellery brand I’m loving as this waterproof jewellery is perfect for travelling and would make a great gift for a frequent traveller! There’s also a 15% off code using the link below! Hey Harper jewellery is made from stainless steel with a coating that won’t fade. You can …

Visiting Guernsey was one of the highlights during my recent cruise aboard the Sky Princess. I was so excited to visit this beautiful little island and get a taste of island life. Guernsey was the first stop on my Sky Princess cruise. We departed from Southampton the previous afternoon and woke up on the sunny …

Today’s blog post is a Panasonic bread maker review as I share how I make fresh bread everyday. I know, I know. I didn’t think I’d be this person either! No one is more surprised than I am that I make a fresh loaf of bread most days. We bought our Panasonic bread maker two …

If you’re looking for a new weekend break destination then I have a great suggestion for you today – Vilnius in Lithuania! I’m sure many people won’t have heard of Vilnius and definitely won’t have considered Lithuania as a holiday destination! But I urge you to think again because Vilnius is perfect for a weekend …

If you’re visiting Vilnius in Lithuania then I highly recommend taking some time away from the city and visiting Trakai. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting Trakai from Vilnius. Trakai is a gorgeous day trip (or even half day trip) from Vilnius. It was so easy to get there and wonderful to see …

In today’s post I’m sharing the best shoes for travel to ensure you’re comfortable, stylish and can walk for miles. Stylish walking shoes for travel aren’t always easy to come by. They’re often practical, comfortable and a bit ugly…. or they’re cute and stylish but you end up with blisters and sore feet! If you’re …

More and more of us are travelling with small carry on luggage only. These small cabin bags are not only free to travel with but it’s so liberating and easy to travel light! And let’s not forget that it saves so much time at the airport as you don’t need to check-in a suitcase and …

If you’re looking for an easy waterfall walk in North Wales then Conwy Falls is the walk for you! The Conwy Falls walk compromises of a short, one-way circular walking route. It begins just behind the Conwy Falls Cafe and leads to the waterfall and back up through the woodland. It’s a short walk to …

If you’re looking for the best women’s paddle board and paddle board clothing then you’re in the right place. I’ve tried out countless women’s paddle boards and I purchased my own a couple of years ago. I truly believe I’ve got the best paddle board for smaller women and I am so pleased with it! …

Dorset has always been one of Britain’s most popular holiday hotspots. The county on the south coast of the UK boasts everything from scenic countryside to sandy beaches, fairy tale castles and a famed prehistoric coastline. Durdle Door, Dorset Natural beauty is the headline act in Dorset, particularly around the coast thanks to those steep …

Lucy Dodsworth is sharing 5 of the best day trips from Edinburgh for those looking to get more out of their Scottish city break! There’s so much to do in Edinburgh that you can easily spend your whole trip inside the city but if you’ve got a little more time or want to explore a …

Today’s blog is by Jaz from The Life of a Social Butterfly as she shares her Porto city break guide for a perfect weekend break in Portugal’s second city. Quaint cobbled streets walled with azulejo tiles and traditional architecture, Porto exudes the very essence of authentic Portuguese city life. Porto is the perfect weekend away …

If you’re looking for a weekend break in the UK that’s not far from home but feels like a million miles away from your normal routine, then I can’t recommend Northern Ireland enough! Northern Ireland is one of those places that’s so close but so far. It’s just a hop, skip and a jump across …

Are you planning a holiday with friends and feeling completely overwhelmed? You’re thinking about budgets, schedules, dates, flights, trains, accommodation, activities, meals, snacks, taxis, buses, everyday logistics, packing, clothing, luggage, currency, mobile data plans and passports. And that’s just the things you need to deal with while you’re away. What about work and your house …

London is one of my favourite places in the world for a city break. There’s just so much to do and with each visit you can discover a different side to the city that you didn’t even know existed. But with so much to do in London it can be difficult to plan a weekend …

Devon is one of the UK’s most popular holiday locations, and for a very good reason too.  It’s a beautiful English county known for its picturesque towns, charming villages, atmospheric harbours, and those gorgeous beaches. While Devon’s coastlines (uniquely the county has two) serve as one of the main attractions for visitors, there are also …

One of my (many) resolutions is to take more short breaks and weekend escapes around Europe. I know I’m not alone in the fact that there are so many amazing places right on my doorstep that I’ve never travelled to. Here are 52 weekend away ideas to get you started! When a country is easy …

I am very excited today to have some packing tips from the packing legend, Alex from Travel Fashion Girl. Alex has shared her top tips when packing for a weekend break. If you’re looking for weekend away ideas, we’ve got 52 amazing ideas here! **** Packing for a fun filled weekend getaway should be quick …

Emily has recently returned from an incredible 7-day Mediterranean cruise with Princess Cruises. Here’s how she got on… Laying back on my sun bed with a view of the ocean and a Pina Colada in hand, recovering from hiking the Rock of Gibraltar the day previously and looking forward to the next few days touring …

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 is worth a visit for something out of …

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 …

Do you write a travel journal?  I know, it’s the 21st century and we all take a billion photos a day and share everything online. That’s like a modern form of journaling travel, right? Well…no. Today I’d like to make a case to bring back the lost art of travel journaling. This post about travel journaling …

Of all my travel experiences, camping in the Sahara Desert was one of the best things I’ve ever done. It was unique, memorable, exciting and adventurous but it was also affordable and actually an easy tour to take from Marrakech. There are lots of Sahara Desert camping tours you can choose from and most of …

If you’re looking for travel decorating ideas then you’ve come to the right place! As you know, I LOVE to travel and I’m always bringing little mementos home with me.  But I also love clean, minimalist design and try to avoid having any clutter around the house. Souvenirs you find on holiday can look like …

  Before I begin, I’ve got to tell you that I’m not a perfect traveller in any way. I often overpack. Sometimes I cave and order a room service burger instead of going out. I’ve turned up in new cities and known nothing about the local culture or the things to see and do. I’ve …

Have you ever been to Morocco? I absolutely fell in love with the country when I visited a couple of years ago. I arrived into Marrakesh and was blown away by the bustling chaos of the colourful city. I loved the sensory overload of the city with the smoky incense, the expressive haggling, the spices, …

Is there anything more satisfying than a steaming glass of hot, sweet and refreshing mint tea? Moroccans are famous for the kind hospitality and drinking mint tea is a huge part of their culture. If you’ve read any of my Morocco posts so far then you will have realised that virtually every activity involved a …

Today’s blog post is all about my day trip to Formentera from Ibiza with everything we did and easy instructions on how to get to Formentera from Ibiza. ‘We should visit Formentera from Ibiza while we’re here,’ Jen said casually as we attempted to make a plan for our four days in Ibiza. I’d just …