Confessions of a Travel Addict
Bath is undoubtedly one of the UK’s most picturesque cities, and also one that is very much steeped in history, having been founded in around 60 AD by the Romans. It’s all in the name, with one of they key attractions being the roman baths.… Read the rest
Bruges (brugge in dutch) is one of the most picturesque cities in Belgium, and the capital of the West Flanders region. Unlike Ray in the 2008 hit film, In Bruges, this is a city you will actually want to be in.… Read the rest
Porto is Portugal’s second biggest metropolitan area after Lisbon, a dynamic city in Northern Portugal famed for it’s production of fortified wine. Porto is edge and sophistication all at once with its colourful apartment blocks and stunning Douro River vistas, best enjoyed with a glass of port in hand.… Read the rest
When you’re an expat living in London it can be tempting to go to continental Europe all the time and to miss out on visiting the rest of the UK and Ireland. But there are so many great places to see in the British Isles too.… Read the rest
As the true addict that I am, rather than curing my itchy feet, going overseas only ever fuels my desire to travel even more. In 2014 when I moved to Auckland to start my first ‘proper’ full-time job I was just aiming to save up my dineros for a few years before spending a decent amount of time abroad.… Read the rest
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