London has 5 airports (it might be more, to be honest I can’t keep count!) and about a million train stations…. so taking a quick weekend getaway is so easy and accessible. There are so many places within easy reach of the city, that there isn’t really any excuse not to travel and take advantage…
Romantic Christmas Vacation Ideas
I love Christmas, and I love Christmas holidays. My husband and I always try and go away at least once during the festive season, because it really does make the festive season feel a bit longer and more special too. Here are some of my favourite winter holiday destinations: New York City We got engaged here…
Unusual romantic places around the world
We all already know the cliched romantic locations around the world… The Eiffel Tower, The Empire State Building, The Maldives, etc. But what about those gorgeous romantic locations that are lesser known and more unusual? Here’s a few of my favourites… Capella Pedregal Capella’s recently launched “The Suite Life” program is like having your very own…
5 Times You’ll Have to Compromise When Travelling
When heading off on an adventure overseas, it’s only natural to want to make the trip as close to your idea of perfect as possible. Travel always costs money, and why spend money if things aren’t perfect, right? Compromise probably isn’t something you’ll want to have to consider, but it may become a necessity during…
It’s time to take a Staycation…
If there’s one place I haven’t explored nearly as much as I should have – it’s right here in the UK. But this year, I promised myself I’d do more staycations and explore more of what the UK has to offer. Exploring the UK means you can have a bigger budget (no need to budget for…
Cruise Holiday Inspiration from the UK
Did you know there are lots of cruise holidays you can take from within the UK? I always assumed cruise holidays had to be abroad (so you fly to the departure destination) and then board the ship in that country. But – there are cruise ports, where you can actually board the ship from the UK and begin the…
My Favourite Road Trip Routes
There’s nothing quite like exploring somewhere yourself, getting in a car (Pad drives – not me!) and just seeing where it takes you. We usually fill the car with snacks, and put Hans Zimmer on full-volume. Here are a few of my favourite road trip routes and the road trip destinations that got my seal of…
Exploring Sicily – What to see and do
Some couples like the quiet, some like the beach, while others would be satisfied with a simple sightseeing cruise around an ancient city, slowly taking in the sceneries. If there were ever a place to offer all of these in one package, it would have to be Sicily. This is a haven where couples come…
Travelling & Studying: My advice
With travelling abroad becoming easier and more cost-effective, many of us, particularly those who have just finished high school or college, are faced with the choice of whether to jump straight into further studies or take time out for another educational and fun endeavour – visiting different countries and experiencing cultures and lifestyles completely unlike…
Walking Down the Altar Abroad
Pad and I chose to get married in London (our home city) – but our next choice would definitely have been a wedding abroad. Along with the prospect of tying the knot against a backdrop of stunning scenery and glorious sunshine, more and more couples are choosing to marry abroad for the significant savings it…