offbeat Archives - Dan Flying Solo

Incredible islands with penguins

Africa, All, Aruba, Asia, Australia, Caribbean, Destinations, Europe, Fiji, Hong Kong, Iceland, Indonesia, Islands and Beaches, Japan, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Oceania, Off the beaten path, offbeat, Portugal, Scotland, Singapore, South America, Sri Lanka, The Falkland Islands, Wildlife and Nature

25 Unique and Incredible Islands To Visit in 2025

From penguin colonies and dragons to glaciers and temples, these are some of the world's best islands to visit for a unique escape in 2025.

Mechelen's three oldest houses are reflected in the Dyle

All, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Destinations, Europe, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Off the beaten path, offbeat, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, UK

16 Underrated Cities in Europe You Should Visit

These underrated urban escapes deserve much more attention, so why do they remain some of the most underrated cities in Europe?

Castelmezzano, one of the prettiest hidden gems in Europe headimg

Adventure, Albania, All, Austria, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, ByRoad, City Breaks, Czech Republic, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, France, Germany, Greece, Islands and Beaches, Italy, Off the beaten path, offbeat, Portugal, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, The Netherlands, UK, Ukraine

23 Best hidden gems in Europe: off the beaten path places for 2023

Looking to go off the beaten path in Europe? Then this list of Europe hidden gems will help you discover some unusual destinations in 2023.

Hey, I’m Dan…

...and I'm obsessed with getting lost in new places and meeting new faces. From remote Atlantic Islands full of Penguins, to bustling Italian cities crammed with amazing architecture. I've been lucky enough to turn my passion for travel and photography into my job, and spent four years travelling full time before settling down in Portugal - a far cry from the life I thought I would have when I left my London restaurant managers job. This website is full of my favourite places and people, and stories from the road - I hope it can help you explore the world a little bit better through tips, advice, and personal stories. Safe travels!

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