This summer, I finally ticked a major item off my bucket list: I went on a hot-air balloon ride!!! This has been something I’ve wanted to do for ages, and of course I wanted to see my beautiful city of York from above. After several re-bookings, I finally got to go on my spectacular hot-air… Read More Up, Up, and Away: A Hot-Air Balloon Flight in York
A little-known long-distance trail, the Foss Walk runs for 28 miles between the Blue Bridge in York, to the source of the River Foss and beyond to Easingwold. Having hiked Hadrian’s Wall last year, I fell a bit in love with multi-day hiking adventures and completing a trail. In the last two years of the… Read More The Foss Walk: Hiking the River Foss from York to Easingwold
Planning a day out walking from York but don’t have a car? There are plenty of great walks that are accessible from York without a car. This has been a much-requested post and perfect if you’ve already done some of the best walks in and around York! There are a lot of options for hikes… Read More The Best Car-Free Walks From York, England
I truly cannot believe that I get to write this post – that I have been so lucky and so fortunate as to be able to have lived in my beautiful city of York for five years, and to get to live here indefinitely. Five years ago today, on 13 October 2016, I landed in… Read More 5 Years in England: Why I Love Living in York
York is a fantastic destination to visit any time of year. Whether you come in spring, summer, fall, or winter, York will always welcome you. With autumn truly upon us now in the UK, the fall leaves have burst into color around the city. Here are the best places to see the autumn colors and… Read More Where to See the Best Autumn Colors in York
Like the rest of the world, I’ve been spending a lot more time closer to home. Thankfully for me, York is full of amazing places to discover! Recently, I walked the York Solar System Trail. I only found out about this in the last year or so, despite living in York for nearly 4 years… Read More Discovering the York Solar System Trail
York is one of the most popular destinations in the north of England, and it’s a city I’ve called home for nearly 4 years now. I can’t say I’ve enjoyed the coronavirus lockdown. But it has made me much more appreciative of where I live! Since I’ve only been able to go for one exercise… Read More The Best Walks in and Around York, England
One of the things I love most about living in York is the easy access to the outdoors. Within an hour, I can be in the North York Moors or the Yorkshire Dales. In two hours, I can be in the Peak District, and within three hours, I can be in the Lake District. But… Read More York to Bishopthorpe: A Perfect Short Walk From York
A few months ago, I published a huge post on the best restaurants here in York! It was really popular, and I think answered a lot of questions people have about where to eat in York. There are SO MANY choices for where to eat (and where to drink, for that matter!) in York that… Read More The Best Cafes and Coffee Shops in York, England
Last week I was invited to attend a new exhibition in York, Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience. This exhibit has already been shown in Naples, Italy, and Brussels, Belgium – York is the UK premiere. This expo is immersive and very interactive and creative. Here is my full review of the new Van Gogh exhibition! Exhibition… Read More Exhibition Review: Van Gogh, The Immersive Experience – York
I’ve lived in York for nearly three years now, and I finally feel like I can call myself something of an expert on this beautiful city! York is so photogenic and full of gorgeous, historic buildings at every turn. Whether you visit a popular tourist attraction or stumble upon a hidden gem, you’ll be wowed.… Read More The Complete Guide to the Best Instagram Spots in York
One of the reasons I love living in York is that there’s never a dull moment. There is always something going on in the town and I love that! You can spend all year going to an event or festival pretty much every weekend of the year. This doesn’t even count long-term pop-ups, like Shakespeare’s… Read More The Best Festivals in York, England
Spring is definitely my favorite season, and I’m lucky enough to be on my third spring here in York! York is a serious Instagrammers dream in the first place, but in my honest opinion there’s no better time to visit York than spring. The city really comes alive during the springtime, with flowers and blossoms… Read More The Best Spring Instagram Spots in York
York is a treasure trove of independent shops and businesses. One of the reasons the city has so much charm is in the small and unique businesses that you just can’t find anywhere else. York is absolutely full of hidden gems. Bookshops are no exception – York has some real gems for book lovers! Whether… Read More The Best Bookshops in York
Snow here in the UK is something of a big deal. At the sighting of just a few flakes, basically everything shuts down: schools, transportation, roads, etc. As a Minnesotan, who is used to very heavy winter snowfalls, I still find this pretty cute about living in England. Snow is one of the best parts… Read More Walking in a Winter Wonderland: York in the Snow
There are a lot of pros and cons to living in a city like York. But I have to say, one of the things I love most about this city is that there’s always something going on! This weekend saw the York Ice Trail take over town on Saturday. It’s been one of my favorite… Read More Ice Ice Baby: Everything About the York Ice Trail!
One of my favorite things about living in York is the plethora of independent businesses around town. York is definitely a great location for foodies—there’s seriously something for everyone here! The city really sets itself apart with its international restaurants. You can travel and eat all around the world without ever leaving the city walls!… Read More The Best Restaurants in York, England
It’s been nearly two years since I moved to York. In that time, I have spent a lot of time exploring the surrounding area and exploring Yorkshire. I am honestly so spoiled living here—I’m not sure if I could live anywhere else now. The city itself is a gem and such a beautiful place to… Read More Quintessential Yorkshire: The Best 4 Daytrips From York
UPDATED AUGUST 2020! York Minster is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe and one of the most-visited cathedrals in England. It is also the most iconic symbol of the city of York. The Minster towers over the city and dominates the skyline of this historic city. Having lived in York for nearly two four… Read More Where to Take the Best Photos of York Minster in York
UPDATED JANUARY 2020! Having lived in York for over three years now, and having visited many of the drinking establishments around town, I finally feel like I’m qualified to write this post! There are tons of amazing restaurants in York, and a lot of fantastic cafes and coffee shops. But York is definitely an excellent… Read More The Best Bars and Pubs in York, England