How we spent a weekend in Dublin
We went to Dublin for a weekend in January, which was plenty of time to fit in the main thing we wanted to see and do. Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is a city that you can visit all year round as winter weather won’t affect your experience – in fact, we found that visiting close to Christmas added to the cosy atmosphere.
What to pack for a holiday in Tenerife
We visited Tenerife in November, and the temperature rarely dropped below 25ºc in the day and 17ºc at night. It’s a great place to catch some year-round sun, but you might need to pack for cooler weather too...
The best hikes in Tenerife
Tenerife’s hiking trails attract millions of visitors every year. The island is famous for its scenery and, more than any of the other Canary Islands, walking seems to be one of the main activities. These were our favourite hikes.
The best beaches in Tenerife
Most of the beaches in Tenerife are black sand due to the volcanic rocks. But there are plenty of golden sand beaches to be found as well. These were our favourite beaches in Tenerife.
The best places to eat and drink in Tenerife
We spent three weeks in Tenerife, and these were our favourite places to eat and drink.
The best things to do in Tenerife
We spent about 10 days exploring the island of Tenerife, and I still feel like we could have spent longer there. Despite being a relatively small island, it has the most to do and see of all the Canary Islands. These were our highlights.
Three weeks in Tenerife, Canary Islands: Everything you need to know
Why go to the Canary Islands? What are the best things to do in Tenerife? What is Tenerife like for holidays? And is Tenerife a good holiday destination in winter? Read on to find out.
Where to eat and drink in Paris
Looking for the best places to eat and drink in Paris? These were our highlights.
The best things to do in Paris
We spent three days in Paris – these were the best things we saw and did.
How we spent three days in Paris
We spent three days in Paris in September. Here’s everything you need to know before you go.
Where to eat and drink in Riga
We didn’t go to Latvia for its cuisine, the way you might with Greece or Mexico. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t great places to eat and drink. Across our three days in Riga we had some delicious meals at modern (and not so modern) restaurants. And by night we found plenty of great bars to drink in.
The best things to do in Riga
As an old Soviet state, Riga has some amazing history in Riga and the surrounding areas that give context to the city’s past and present which I’m really glad we experienced alongside the more contemporary side of Latvia.
How we spent three days in Riga
I went to Riga as part of a week-long trip to Estonia and Latvia. Instead of flying or taking the train or coach, we drove the 4.5 hours to Riga from Tallinn, stopping at a few sights along the way. So, after driving through the beautiful Latvian countryside and stopping in the beautiful village of Cesis and ‘the Switzerland of Latvia, Sigulda, we arrived in Riga.
Where to eat and drink in Tallinn
I love to find great places to eat and drink when I’m on holiday. But in Tallinn, I hadn’t expected this to be such a highlight. The local restaurants in Tallinn are contemporary, with a great selection of dishes to choose from.
The best things to do in Tallinn
We visited Tallinn as a group of four in mid-July 2024. The trip was planned as part of a week-long trip including a drive down to Riga in Latvia. But before we hit the road, we had three days to explore Tallinn, the capital of Estonia.
How we spent three days in Tallinn
After spending a weekend in Warsaw in January, I was inspired to explore more of eastern Europe. So in mid-July, we headed to Tallinn for three days, followed by a road trip down to Riga, Latvia.
What to pack for a holiday in Japan
We spent a month in Japan in May and June. From the cities of Tokyo and Osaka to the Nagano countryside and the tropical islands of Okinawa, here's what we packed.
How we spent three days in Ishigaki, Okinawa
Ishigaki is the largest of the Yaeyama Islands in the south of the Okinawa archipelago. This tropical, remote island was one of the highlight of our month in Japan. Here's why.
How we spent four days in Okinawa Honto (main island)
At the end of our month in Japan, we left the cities and headed to the beaches of Okinawa for a week. We spent the first four nights in the northern part of Okinawa Honto (the main island), in Motobu. These were the highlights.
How we spent two days at Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji is the epic backdrop of eastern Japan. And when you see it in real life, it doesn’t disappoint. Here’s how we spent two days around Mount Fuji.