Travel Articles & Guides

Best Places To Visit in the Algarve: Things To Do and Top Attractions
The best things to do in the Algarve range from idyllic islands and castle-crowned towns, to epic beach hikes and mountain spa-town trails.

Places to Visit in Saxony, Germany: Things To Do and Day Trips from Dresden
Discover the best places to visit in Saxony, and day trips from Dresden, such as wine estates, lake palaces, mining towns and forested parks.

Algarve Hidden Gems: My 20 Favourite Offbeat Algarve Spots and Beaches
Discover my pick of the best Algarve hidden gems. Whitewashed villages, beautiful beaches, idyllic islands and 'secret Algarve' waterfalls.

15 Beautiful small towns and villages near Rome and across Lazio, Italy
Discover some of the most beautiful villages near Rome and across the Lazio region, from small Italian town stays to day trips near Rome.

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.

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...

Active or All-inclusive Caribbean? 5 Destinations for Every Kind of Traveller
Whether you’re planning an active Caribbean vacation or a romantic honeymoon, these five Caribbean destinations cover all bases.

17 Best Cities to Visit in Spain for Culture, Coast or Cuisine
Beyond Spain's most apparent city breaks, there are many more beautiful spots worth visiting. From a city-cum-beach island capital to mountain-backed aged alcázars, these are my picks of the best cities to visit in Spain.

London on a budget: 15 cheap travel tips
After five years in London working in hospitality, you have to learn the tricks to do London on a budget, and I've finally written down a few of my favourite ways and tips to visit this incredible city without breaking the bank.

12 of the best places to visit in April in Europe: beaches, Easter, cities, and adventures
Discover some of the best places to visit in April for a European city break, an Easter getaway, a spring beach trip or an active adventure

Best Places To Visit in Cornwall: Attractions, Beaches and Pretty Villages
Discover some of the best places to visit in Cornwall, including famous Cornwall attractions, pretty villages, and awesome coastal stops.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Escape to the Asitz Mountain, Where Art, Nature and Culture Collide in the Austrian Alps
Explore the Asitz Mountain of Austria, where hiking, biking, music and culture collide for a perfect summer destination in the Austrian Alps.

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.

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.

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.

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.

How To Spend a Weekend in Oviedo, Spain: Things To Do in 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.

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.

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.

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.