Going on a safari is a bucket list experience for most people. Witnessing Africa’s wild animals in real life (and not just through a lens with David Attenborough's voiceover), falling asleep to the vibrant sounds of nature and filling your senses with the raw beauty of some of the world’s most striking and exciting wilderness …
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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 …
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 …
I love weekend escapes. Come on, who doesn’t!? There’s nothing better than leaving the office early, pulling a little suitcase behind you and strutting out with that happy, ‘I’m taking a weekender’, swagger. This swagger is a real thing. Embrace it and get your Weekender Swagger on. It’s a swagger that lets everyone know you …
It might not feel like it right now but it’s summer holiday season and it’s time to get out and about to explore the UK. Don't worry if you don't have the time of money to take a full week in the sun as we've put together 8 gorgeous places in the South of England …
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 …
Cyprus is well known as a ‘flop and drop’ holiday destination. By that I mean it’s the kind of holiday you book to relax in the sunshine, laze by the pool, paddle in the sea and spend long evenings munching your way through the delicious Cypriot food. If this is all sounding a little too …
Admittedly, I am usually not one to go to the same place twice when it comes to travelling. Not because I never love anywhere enough, but because my favourite thing is to go where I have never been. There's only one exception to my rule and that's if I go from a new perspective. For example …
Bali is an incredible destination that really is as amazing as it looks in the glossy brochures. I went there for my honeymoon and it totally lived up to the hype I’d created in my head. A good friend is currently exploring this Indonesian island and it’s bringing back SO many happy memories. If you …
I’ve just returned from a family holiday to Majorca and it’s given me a taster for our future family holidays. As much as I love a ‘flop ‘n drop’ beach holiday, I can’t wait for my kids to be a little older and have a real family adventure together. Here are some family holiday ideas …
Anyone else struggling with the January Blues? These cold, dark days seem to be never ending and spring is so far away! Due to the uncertainty of Covid restrictions I didn’t book any winter holidays this year but I sure as hell will be next year! We’ve got a lot of catching up to do …
I’ve had a few anxious messages in my inbox this week from people who are desperate to book holidays but they don’t know where to start and they’re worried about getting ripped off. I want to be the first to say that this is totally normal right now! After spending so long staying close to …
There are 365 days in a year and 52 weekends. When you think of the year like this, it’s actually a lot of time. If you're anything like me, you'll be thinking it's a lot of time to travel! That's potentially 52 weekends away! But how often does your time slip between your fingers and you've …
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 …
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 …
Today's post comes from Hannah, the fabulous blogger behind That Adventurer. Hannah has shared some of her top tips to bring adventure into the everyday. This is the perfect read if you're in between trips and you need a bit of excitement and adventure in your life! Adventure. It means something different to everyone. Often, …
2014 was an amazing year for The Travel Hack. This was the year I really got my teeth stuck in with blogging and I’m so amazingly lucky to be able to call this my job! My readership doubled during the year and The Travel Hack was named as one of the UK’s top 10 travel …
Singapore is an island city-state in Southeast Asia. Back in 2015 it received the title of 'top country to visit' from Lonely Planet and today it boasts a tropical climate, a multicultural population and the long list of things to do in Singapore will shock any tourist visiting the city. The sheer volume of activities, places …
I'm pretty sure you've already guessed that I loved Ljubljana. This list could go on into the 100's but here are 10 reasons why I loved Ljubjlana and why I think you'll love it too! #1. The castle Each time you look up in Ljubljana you’re greeted by the castle, a medieval fortress with a …
2017. What a year. 22 flights. Approximately 20 trips. Lots of staycations. Lots of glamping. Lots of laughs. Lots of good food with good friends and long evenings under the stars. But most of all…lots of memories. This is my favourite thing about travelling, the memories you make and treasure for a lifetime. For me, …
When you tell people you're a travel blogger the first thing they inevitably ask is, 'Where's your favourite place?' To which we'd promptly reply, 'How can you choose!? There are too many!' Favourite places can depend on so many things such as the weather, who you're with, how you're feeling, what's going on at work …
There was a time when hotels or villas were pretty much your only option while on holiday or travelling. We all accepted this and didn’t question if there were any other options available. If you were travelling on a budget you have to stay in a hideous budget hotel and there was very little flexibility. …
The one thing I forget about every year when winter comes around is just how dark it is most of the day! It’s like it totally catches me by surprise yet it’s the same feeling every year. This year more than anything I want to rent one of these big, gorgeous luxury beach homes and have …
Have you heard about the #Take12Trips Challenge? If you haven’t you can read all about #Take12Trips here but, basically, it’s a challenge to take 12 trips in a year – one for each month. These trips don’t need to be epic, life-changing experiences. They can be a weekend break just an hour from home or …
This topic is such a toughy but it’s something that comes up again and again. How do you make travel a priority in your life without being held back by ‘real life’. You go to school and then maybe uni. You get a job, you start your career, you buy a house, you get married, …
Canada has got to be one of the most gorgeous countries on Earth. With breath-taking landscapes of snowy mountain peaks, glistening blue lakes and sprawling green forests, it's the kind of place where you don't need any 'activities', you can simply spend your entire trip admiring the views. The expanses of Canada are as vast …
The USA is home to some of the world's oldest and most beautiful national parks. Their epic landscapes with jaw-dropping scenery having been filling up my Pinterest boards for years. I visited my first couple of national parks in 2013 during my Trek America trip when I went to the Grand Canyon and Yosemite. I was …
If you've never heard of Ladakh in India before then don't worry, you're not alone. But if you're the kind of traveller who likes epic adventures and immersing yourself in stunning landscapes and outdoorsy activities then this is a place you'll want to know more about. Trust me, Ladakh looks incredible and this little known …
Cheap family travel. Now there are three words you don’t find together very often. I remember the days when I could have a weekend away for under £100. I’d book a last minute flight and stay in a grimy hostel, get all my meals from a street food vendor and drink nothing but cheap beer …
Most of us would like to travel more and the thing usually stopping us is the cost. Why does travel have to be so flipping expensive!? Well, actually, it doesn't... I've been scouring Skyscanner is search of flights and deals (please tell me I'm not the only one who does this for fun!) and I …
Searching for your next weekend getaway? Well, look no further! The Cotswolds has your name all over it. Besides the dreamy landscapes, the best thing about the Cotswolds is that there are so many lovely hotels that won’t break the bank. This area of natural beauty spans an impressive 800 square mile area through five …
Isn’t it funny how by doing something that you don’t think you’ll like you usually end up learning a lot about yourself? And sometimes you even end up loving the thing you thought you’d hate? When No Becomes Yes Take for example, the venture into the rainforest that I did in Cairns, Australia. Pre-trip there …
The Landmark Trust is probably something you’ve vaguely heard of but don’t know a lot about. It wasn’t until I was invited to stay at a Landmark Trust property that I started looking into it and realised I’ve been seriously missing out. Why haven’t I stayed in a Landmark Trust property before!? Before I go …
Ahh, summer holidays - a highlight of each year for as long as you can remember, right? There's the excitement of planning and booking your summer holiday, the anticipation as the date draws closer, maybe a bit of excited frustration as the weeks drag by. Then you have the thrill of buying new summer clothes …
This week’s weekender of the week is a little different as we take to the waves for a more active and adventurous trip. We usually talk about city breaks for a weekend away but what about heading to the beach and brushing up on your surfing skills? A weekend of sun, sea, sand, surf, …
We all love travelling in the summer, especially in Europe when the weather is at its best and there’s an exciting vibe in the cities. Everyone is outdoors, soaking up the sun and making the most of the balmy evenings. American Express® has created Hello Europe, a hub dedicated to providing Card members with …
Did you know that I’m ‘Winglish’? OK, it’s not a real thing but it should be because there are lots of people who feel a little bit Welsh and a little bit English. Therefore we’re Winglish. I was born in England but I moved to Wales when I was five. I learned Welsh in school, …
New York is one of the most famous cities in the world and was a place I’d been desperate to visit for years before I finally went in December. It’s a city that is familiar to all of us; one that everybody seems to know and love before even setting foot on its streets. Despite …
Now that the leaves have started to turn those gorgeous shades of gold and deep red, it’s time to get planning! Soon those leaves will be frosty, which means winter is coming, which means....it’s time for your winter city break. Obviously. Need some inspiration? These are my top five stylish weekend breaks for the upcoming season... #1 …
One of the most common emails to ping into my inbox is from girls who really want to travel but have no one to go with. Their friends either aren't interested or can't afford it and the thought of travelling solo is really scary. But it doesn't need to be! Read on to find out …