Travel Style Archives - Dan Flying Solo

Accommodation, All, Destinations, Europe, Portugal

Unusual places to stay in the Algarve: boutique hotels and unique stays

From boutique hotels and house boats, yoga retreats and glamping, these special and unusual places to stay in the Algarve are dreamy.

All, Destinations, Europe, Off the beaten path, Portugal

Algarve hidden gems: my 20 favourite ‘secret Algarve’ spots and beaches

Discover my pick of the best Algarve hidden gems. Whitewashed villages, beautiful beaches, idyllic islands and 'secret Algarve' waterfalls.

Ravenna is an incredible day trip from Bologna

All, Art and Culture, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Italy

Day trips from Bologna: 15 best things to do in Emilia Romagna

Emilia Romagna is Italy's most mouth-watering region. Medieval villages, out-of-this-world food, supercars and storied cities all await on a day trip from Bologna.

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Islands and Beaches, Spain, Travel Style

A quick guide to Palma de Mallorca: Spain’s best island city break?

Where to eat, drink, visit and stay in the capital city of the Balearic Islands: Palma de Mallorca - with day trip suggestions.

All, Destinations, Reviews, Technology and Gear, Travel Tips

43 Best travel apps in 2023 for iPhone and Android

From pollen counts to star gazing, our phones can pretty much do anything these days. Here's what I have on my handset for the year to come...

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, Portugal, Scotland, seasonal, Singapore, South America, Sri Lanka, The Falkland Islands, Wildlife and Nature

23 Best islands to visit in 2023: unique island escapes

Looking for the best islands to visit packed with experiences? Discover these beautiful and unique islands famed for more than just beaches.

The Alcazar of Segovia on a cloudy day perches on a hill

All, Destinations, Europe, Off the beaten path, Spain, Travel Style

Best hidden gems in Spain: 21 unique places to visit in Spain

Discover some of the top hidden gems in Spain to get off the beaten path. From pretty villages and secret flower festivals to cheese caves and cross-border zip lines.

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Spain, Travel Style

17 Best cities to visit in Spain

Looking for the best places to visit in Spain? Discover the best cities to visit in Spain on a city break and go beyond Barcelona.

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

14 Underrated cities in Europe you should visit

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

All, Destinations, Festivals and Events, Journal & Personal, New Zealand, Oceania, Off the beaten path, stories, Stories & Faces

Whangamomona Republic Day: that time I went to vote for a cat in an election…

The self-proclaimed Republic of Whangamomona is tucked away in Taranaki, New Zealand. On 'Republic Day', the 125-strong population – plus animals – welcome everyone for the grand election.

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, Portugal, Scotland, seasonal, 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.

The village of Ponto do Sol in Madeira, with green hills and a small bay for swimming

All, Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Destinations, Estonia, Europe, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Scotland, seasonal, Spain, UK, Winter and Off Season

15 Best places to visit in Europe in winter: warmest spots and winter wonderlands

From winter wonderlands to the warmest spots, these are some of the best places to visit in Europe in winter.

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Spain, Travel Style

How to spend a weekend in León, Spain: attractions, architecture and tapas crawls

Discover outstanding architecture, aged-attractions and delicious dishes during a weekend in León, Spain, a great Spanish city break.

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Spain

How to spend a long weekend in Oviedo, Spain: Asturias’ chilled-out capital

Pack in plenty of things to do in Oviedo during a weekend break, from cider and cheese tastings to monuments and Mozarabic architecture.

All, Austria, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Responsible & Eco Tourism, theme, Travel Style

Slowing down in Graz, Austria’s sustainable second city

Enveloped by the farmlands of Styria, the Austrian city of Graz is a sustainable city break which backs up its green credentials.

All, Austria, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Travel Style

Graz travel guide: going beyond the UNESCO Old Town

Plan your trip to Austria's second city with this Graz travel guide, covering where to eat, drink, sleep and the best things to do in Graz.

All, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events, Scotland, UK

A guide to the 11 major Edinburgh Festivals in 2023

Edinburgh is the ultimate festival city, hosting 11 different festivals throughout the year. From comedy to science, you are spoilt for choice with all of these incredible events set to the backdrop of one stunning city.

All, Reviews, Technology and Gear, Travel Tips

Best language learning apps for your phone

Sure, it's easy enough to get around most of the world speaking English but where is the fun in that? Do you really want to be the typical tourist just saying it louder and slower. Here are some great, free and easy to use phone apps to learn foreign languages in your pocket.

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Rail, Spain, Travel Style