Reykjavik, and Iceland as a whole, is at the top of everyone’s bucket list. From its jaw-dropping landscapes to its glittering, dancing skies, this Scandinavian country is entirely unique in its culture and is a favourite location among travellers worldwide….
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HOW TO SPEND A DAY IN SPITALFIELDS, LONDON
London is a celebration of culture; a mash-up of crisp, sharp businessmen and creative, laid-back artists. Perfectly embodying this diversity is the area of Spitalfields, which marks the point where the boundaries of edgy East London begin to merge with…
THE ULTIMATE CITY GUIDE TO ISTANBUL, TURKEY
If you are looking for a city filled with culture, full of history, and a unique mix of two continents, Turkey’s largest city Istanbul is the perfect city for you. Located on the Bosphorus peninsula, and with a waterway running…
NEW YEARS AT HOGMANAY, EDINBURGH: 10 THINGS TO KNOW
Hogmanay in Edinburgh, Scotland is one of the world’s most well-known New Year’s festivals. The voices of thousands of people singing Robert Burns’ Ol’ Lang Syne can be heard throughout the city just after midnight on New Year’s Eve each…
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CHRISTMAS IN EDINBURGH
There is nowhere in the world that does Christmas quite like Edinburgh. Whilst most people’s yuletide vacation fantasies have them floating down the streets of New York amidst crowds of excited shoppers, Scotland’s capital is often sadly overlooked. At any…
RIGA, LATVIA CHRISTMAS MARKET GUIDE
Riga is home to one of the best Christmas markets in Europe! The capital of Latvia, Riga might not be as popular as some of the other European Christmas markets, but this makes the experience even better. In this guide…
UDINE, ITALY: A 3-DAY ITINERARY
Italy’s best-kept secret is the pint-sized university city of Udine, with its regal architecture and unique way of life. One of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region’s two main cities, Udine prides itself on its stunning surroundings, Slavic-inspired culture, and warm, welcoming…
AN EXPAT’S GUIDE TO THE AMALFI COAST, ITALY
Living just around the corner from the famous Italian coastline means I’ve had the opportunity to visit the Amalfi Coast more times than I can count! Whether it’s just a short trip to the beach for the day or an…
MARSEILLE, FRANCE: 3 DAY ITINERARY
Marseille is the largest and oldest city in France with over 57 kilometers of the seafront, located in the South Coast of the country. In this article, I have created a great 3-day itinerary to follow for a long weekend…
11 BEST BARS IN LISBON FOR AFTER-WORK DRINKS
There are few feelings comparable to that first sip of ice-cold beer after a long, strenuous workday; luckily, Lisbon is not lacking in places to track down your favourite aperitif. From its breath-taking rooftop bars to its more laid-back riverside…
24 HOURS IN SALZBURG, AUSTRIA
Welcome to Salzburg! Complete with a one-thousand-year-old castle, mountains upon mountains upon mountains, and a sparkling turquoise river dividing the old town and new, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale as soon as you’ve arrived. This quaint…
UNIQUE SPOTS AND ACTIVITIES IN ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
St Petersburg is the most Western and incredibly beautiful city in Russia. It bears the unofficial status of the “Country’s cultural capital” – and although Muscovites (residents of Moscow) won’t always agree with this nomination, St Petersburg does have a…