Confessions of a Travel Addict
This destination guide for Luxembourg City is the second in a series about cities in Europe that are perfect for weekend getaways. Luxembourg is of course also a country (albeit a teeny tiny extremely rich one!) but this travel guide will mainly focus on Luxembourg City.… Read the rest
Santorini is one of the most famous islands in Greece, and arguably the most well-known of the Cyclades islands. This stunning island is part of a volcanic archipelago with other small islands which is officially called Thira.… Read the rest
Paros is one of the most charming islands of the Cyclades Island group with its stunning Cycladic architecture, unique seaside villages and fun holiday atmosphere. It’s not quite as hyped or as popular with group tours and cruise ships as islands like Santorini, Ios or Mykonos.… Read the rest
Milos is a great destination for anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to explore some really unique beaches and spectacular landscapes. It is one of the more off the beaten track islands in the Cyclades group as it is not nearly as well known as Mykonos, Santorini, Ios or even Paros.… Read the rest
This summer I went to the Greek Islands for the first time, and they were all that I imagined and more!
Sometimes you get this impression that the photos you see of certain destinations on Instagram and in Travel Brochures are just snapshots of perfectly staged moments in time that won’t reflect the reality.… Read the rest
… Read the restJust a 2.5hr flight from London, Madrid makes for an ideal weekend getaway. The architecture, food and lively atmosphere of the Spanish Capital City are big draw cards but there is also an array of fascinating museums to explore.
This year for St Patrick’s Day some friends and I were looking to go to the Emerald Isles to celebrate this Irish holiday like only the Irish can. First off we were thinking of going to Dublin but after talking with an Irish friend were convinced to go to Galway instead.… Read the rest
The winter months in Europe can seem long and drawn out after awhile but don’t let them get you down, there are some really enchanting destinations to visit over the colder months too. If you dig interesting museums, art galleries & modern architecture, (or if you just want to dance through snowy scenes like something out of the movie Frozen) then a weekend in Oslo could be the perfect getaway to help you banish those winter blues!… Read the rest
Ahh Scotland, land of myriad castles, green isles & bloody strong whisky. From the lowlands to the highlands and back again it is one of the most beautiful places in the world to go on a road-trip.… Read the rest
… Read the restAll right so here we are, we’re 6 months in. We’re doing it, we’re living that London life. But what does London life really look like on a day to day basis and how does it compare to life back home?