Author: lucyliveshere
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Day trips from Edinburgh by car + public transport
Today I’m sharing some of my favourite day trips from Edinburgh. The city of Edinburgh is just as beautiful as everyone says – possibly even more so! You’ll want to spend a few days there soaking up all the Scottish history, roaming from the Old Town to the New Town and back again, and making…
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The Katla ice cave tour: is it worth it?
Wondering if you should go on the Katla ice cave tour or not? Here’s what you can expect from one of the most unique tours in Iceland. It’s not every day you get to step inside a real-life ice cave, but on the Katla ice cave tour, that’s EXACTLY what you get to do. You’re…
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Wild camping in Scotland: a beginner’s guide
When you hear the words ‘wild camping in Scotland’ what do you think? The reason I ask is because I recently went camping for the first time in over 10 years. I was slightly apprehensive about it. Would I be cold and uncomfortable? Would I be freaked out by weird noises in the middle of…
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2-day Reykjavik itinerary: everything you should see, do, and eat!
Looking for a packed 2-day Reykjavik itinerary? This post is for you. I cover all the highlights of Iceland’s beautiful capital city, including what to see, what to eat, and where to stay. I also share some of the recommendations from my trip, including why you shouldn’t try to visit the punk museum on a…
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Inchcolm Island – is it worth visiting?
Here’s my guide to visiting Inchcolm Island in the Firth of Forth. It’s the perfect day trip from Edinburgh! Inchcolm Island – is it worth visiting? This small island located in the Firth of Forth – the water in between Edinburgh and Fife – is a great way to spend an afternoon. Your trip begins…
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Iceland in spring: what to expect
Read my guide on visiting Iceland in spring for tips on what to expect, what to pack, and why it’s a really great time to visit. I recently visited Iceland in spring and it was amazing. But I had a LOT of questions before my trip… What is the weather like? What should I pack?…
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Awesome and free things to do in Reykjavik
Here are 8 free things to do in Reykjavik that won’t cost a penny! Let’s put it out there: there aren’t many free things to do in Iceland. Iceland isn’t exactly known for being the most affordable of places. As a tourist, it’s far too easy to spend a lot of money there. Boy, do…
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The Golden Circle tour in Iceland: a complete guide
A walkthrough of what you can expect from the most famous Iceland tour – the Golden Circle tour. I wasn’t sure if I would love the Golden Circle tour in Iceland. For some reason I thought it would be an excellent tour to get a feel for what Iceland was all about… but possibly not…
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What to pack for Iceland in spring
Debating what your Iceland suitcase should include? Here’s my guide on what to pack for Iceland in spring… Got a trip to Iceland coming up? Then you need a packing list! Here’s my go-to guide on what you should pack for Iceland in spring. One of the most stressful things I had to think about…
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Free things to do in Stirling
Welcome to my guide to the best free things to do in Stirling… Want to visit Stirling but keep costs to a minimum? This is for you. Welcome to my guide to the best free things to do in Stirling. So what can you expect from this city? Well, one thing’s for sure, if you…