Switzerland is one of the most expensive destinations in the world. And largely because of this, it’s a country I still hadn’t been to until recently. To my greatest surprise, I managed to make the Switzerland trip of my dreams happen in July 2025 – for almost free! This felt like a true rags-to-riches fairytale.… Read More How I Made My Dream Trip to Switzerland Happen – For (Almost) Free!
Switzerland is famous around the world for its spectacular scenery and mountain landscapes. If you’re after a truly challenging hike in Interlaken, hike to the summit of Augstmatthorn. This mountain peak is 2137 meters above sea level, with unbelievable views over Lake Brienz. This was one of the best days of my entire trip to… Read More Hiking Augstmatthorn From Harder Kulm: Interlaken’s Spectacular Day Hike
Too many people visit Andorra for the day, to “tick off” the country on their Euro-list, to take advantage of the duty-free shopping, or for a ski trip in winter. But this small country – the sixth-smallest country in Europe! – is a fantastic destination for hiking and outdoor activities. While it’s easiest to get… Read More Hiking in Andorra: The Best Hikes to Do in Andorra Without a Car
Dreaming of a getaway to a charming, historic village in the South of France? Enter La Garde-Adhémar. This stunning hilltop village was one of my favorite places I visited on my travels around Europe last year! And although it’s small and quiet, it’s a wonderful place to base yourself for exploring more of the Drôme… Read More Why You Need to Visit La Garde-Adhémar, France
Toulouse is a beautiful city in southwestern France, which I’ve been lucky enough to visit twice. My week-long visit last year gave me the opportunity to explore so much more of the surrounding area! A lot of places in the countryside in France can be tricky to get to without a car. Toulouse is a… Read More The Best Daytrips From Toulouse (With Public Transportation)
I spent a week in Drôme Sud Provence, in the South of France, back in October. It’s a stunning region, and there’s so much here to see! This is the quintessential French countryside, with charming villages and rolling hills, dotted with vineyards. Here’s my guide on the best places to visit in Drôme! The Best… Read More What to See and Do in Beautiful Drôme Sud Provence, France
2024… what an incredible year! I know I say this every year, but reflecting back I’m amazed at all the phenomenal places I’ve been and things I’ve done in just one year. I’ve been on the road for the entirety of 2024: I started the year in Australia, then moved to New Zealand. I flew… Read More My Top Travel Experiences of 2024
After living in Yorkshire for nearly seven years, the North York Moors National Park is one of my favorite areas. Without a doubt, the Hole of Horcum is my favorite hike not just in the North York Moors or Yorkshire, but in the entirety of the UK. I’ve done this walk so many times I’ve… Read More Hiking the Hole of Horcum in the North York Moors
The Lake District, in the north of England, is one of my favorite places on earth. I visited for the first time in April 2017, and was completely enchanted. It’s a destination that I return to regularly, and an area I know extremely well. There is so much to see and do in this national… Read More 30 Incredible Places to Visit in the Lake District
I’m lucky enough to have called Yorkshire home for many years – and one of the best times of year to visit is during spring. There are so many different flowers that bloom around the area year on year, and I’ve loved getting to see so many specific destinations for the spring blossoms. If you’re… Read More The Best Destinations for Spring Flowers in Yorkshire
The Katherine of Aragon Festival takes place during the last weekend of January every year in Peterborough, UK. I’ve been lucky enough to attend the festival in person four times: 2014, 2017, 2018, and 2023. Katherine of Aragon is my favorite person in history, and someone I admire with all my heart – she’s my… Read More What to Know About the Katherine of Aragon Festival in Peterborough
Yorkshire is my favorite place on earth, and somewhere that I’m lucky enough to call my permanent home. I have explored so much of this area during my 6+ years here – I know Yorkshire like the back of my hand. I’ve done a lot of hiking over the years – whether it’s exploring the… Read More The Best Walks in Yorkshire
The East Riding of Yorkshire is such an underrated part of the country. So many people dismiss it, or focus on the big-name national parks like the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors. But there are some truly stunning and unique places to visit here! If you’re planning a trip to East Yorkshire, this is… Read More The Best Places to Visit in East Yorkshire
Yorkshire is my favorite place in the world, and I’m lucky enough to call it my forever home. After spending so many years exploring this incredible destination, there are some spots that simply make my heart sing. They’re so beautiful, it brings tears to my eyes. They ground me, and remind me just why exactly… Read More The Best Views in Yorkshire
Despite living in Yorkshire for over 6 years, I’m still discovering new places I hadn’t been. With my move to Australia, I decided to tick one major item off my bucket list before I went: I finally visited Spurn Point! This is one of the most unique and incredible places I’ve been to in Yorkshire,… Read More Why You Need to Visit the Spectacular Spurn Point in East Yorkshire
Malham is easily one of my favorite places in the Yorkshire Dales, and in all of Yorkshire itself. With beautiful scenery and great opportunities for hiking, the Dales were at the top of my list when I first moved to Yorkshire. Malham was the first place I visited in the Dales, and it definitely didn’t… Read More What to See in Malham in the Yorkshire Dales
Even though I lived in the UK for over 6 years, there are plenty of places I haven’t explored yet. One place I’d been dying to revisit for years was Lincoln – I visited during my study abroad in Nottingham in September 2013, and had never been back! Lincoln is similar to York: a beautiful,… Read More How to Spend a Weekend in Lincoln and Lincolnshire
My trip to Greece in September was easily one of the best trips of my life. It was both my 30th birthday present and divorce present to myself – 10 days visiting Athens and some of the prettiest islands in the Cyclades. I keep track of how much money I spend on every trip –… Read More How Much Does a 10-Day Trip to Greece Cost?
Paros is a beautiful Cycladic island, with picturesque whitewashed villages and pristine beaches. Two of the prettiest villages to visit on Paros are Lefkes and Prodromos – and they’re connected by an ancient hiking trail. This route is called the Byzantine Trail, and this hike is easily one of the best things to do on Paros!… Read More Hiking the Byzantine Trail on Paros: Lefkes to Prodromos
Paros is one of the most beautiful islands in the Cyclades – the stunning group of Greek islands in the Aegean. After visiting Santorini, I headed for paradise on Paros. I definitely could have used more time, but I’m glad I went! If you’re short on time, here’s a quick guide on what to see and… Read More A Quick Guide to Paros, Greece: How to Spend 36 Hours on Paros