Sofia sits at the foot of Vitosha Mountain in west Bulgaria, providing an incredibly scenic backdrop when exploring the city. A long weekend is the perfect amount of time to sample what Sofia has to offer. There’s a lot of rich history and stunning architecture to experience in the city, and if you’re wondering what…
Japan has some of the best food in the world, including traditional Japanese foods like Sushi, Ramen, Tempura and Udon. You absolutely can’t miss out on these top foods to eat in Japan, and if you’re feeling inspired, I’ve included some easy recipes for you to try out at home too! Try these foods when…
Never heard of The Enchanted Forest before? This sound and light show has been held in Pitlochry, Scotland, every year since 2002! Around 80,000 visitors flock to the event held at Faskally Wood every Autumn, treated to a new theme each time. I visited ‘Cosmos’ in 2019 and it was an absolutely amazing experience. This…
Tashirojima, or Tashiro Island, is a small island in the Miyagi prefecture in Japan, with a small population of around 50 people and over 100 cats, hence why it’s nicknamed ‘Cat Island‘. It’s a unique destination for tourists looking for something off the beaten path, and an ideal day trip via a short ferry ride…
The capital of Finland, Helsinki, is a beautiful city located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland. It’s a place where there truly is something for everyone, from those who love vibrant urban culture, to those who crave a bit of peace in nature. A weekend is the perfect amount of time to sample…
One of the best things I did when spending time in Split was take a tour of the Putalj Winery. This three-hour experience taught me a lot about the fascinating history of wine-making in the Dalmatia region, accompanied by great wine, good company, and very gracious hosts. If you have an evening free, I would…
Unsurprisingly, hotel prices can soar to frankly ridiculous amounts during August in Edinburgh, looking to take advantage of the scores of people flocking to the city for the Fringe Comedy Festival. One cheaper alternative is student accommodation, who open their rooms to the public during the holiday period. I’ve personally stayed in student housing three…
Bucharest is in the south-east of Romania, and while it’s a great place to visit any time of the year, the Spring and Autumn generally have the best weather and fewer crowds. A long weekend, or three nights/four days is the perfect amount of time to sample what Bucharest has to offer. There’s a lot…
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is back for 2024, and this year the month-long festival is spanning from 2 August to 26 August. This will be the 6th time I’ll be attending the comedy festival, and I’ve already painstakingly gone through the Edinburgh Fringe 2024 programme to work out my schedule and cram in as many…
Munich is in the south-east of Germany, right in the heart of Bavaria, and is a gorgeous place to visit any time of the year. A long weekend, or three nights/four days is the perfect amount of time to sample what Munich has to offer. There’s a lot to do and see in the city,…