Category: travel
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Things to do in Kames: A relaxing time in a sleepy Scottish village
Looking for things to do in Kames? How about five? I recently visited the teeny tiny village of Kames for the first time. It’s a lovely, quiet corner on the west coast of Scotland and a trip here was exactly what I needed at the end of a long and busy year. My trip to…
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Things to do in Stirling: a detailed guide to this historical city
If you love history then you’ll love Stirling. Sometimes described as a ‘little Edinburgh’, Stirling practically bleeds Scottish history. It has cobbled streets, a magnificent castle, a famous monument, and more Scottish history than you can shake a stick at. It’s honestly impressive just how much is crammed into one little city. Let’s do a…
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Is Skopje worth visiting? A first-timer’s guide to North Macedonia’s capital city
Is Skopje worth visiting? Here’s my answer: yes. If that’s all you needed, great! That was easy, right? However, if you want a bit more detail, I’ll be walking through exactly why it’s worth visiting over the course of the next few thousands words. Better strap in 🙂 If you’re reading this blog, you probably…
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Swimming with turtles in Cyprus
My guide to swimming with turtles in Cyprus – a bucket list experience if there ever was one! Whenever I think of swimming with turtles I always imagine you have to do it in one of those far-flung destinations like Bali or the Maldives. To me, it seemed like something that would be expensive and…
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The Shetland pony experience: a detailed guide
If you love animals then the Shetland pony experience is for you! I’ve been to Shetland a couple of times but my trips have usually mostly been spent seeing family and friends – my partner is from Shetland originally and his parents live up there. However, when we booked a trip up this year for…
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Santorini in October: the pros, the cons, and my perfect packing tips
A detailed guide to visiting Santorini in October! Who goes on their summer holiday in October? Turns out, I do! I’m a big fan of visiting destinations in what’s known as the ‘shoulder season’ – and it turns out Santorini in October is a great shout. Why? For one, it’s less crowded. And in a…
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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…