Okay, I’ll admit it, Watford is hardly going to be your top pick for a holiday destination (or anyone’s for that matter). But hear me out. It might be the edge of civilisation, the last bastion before you venture into the wild, wild north, but it’s actually kind of alright – if you ignore the […]
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Favourite Holiday (Lindsay Warner)
Mama and Aunt Fawzia had really outdone themselves this Eid. A delicious array of food covered the dining room table, the tempting aroma of curries and rice blending into a delectable fusion that had my mouth watering. “Hamza, I said stop that!” Mama scolded, shooing my little brother and his greedy hands away from the […]
48 Hours in Ljublana
If you’re lucky, it may take you 48 hours to learn how to pronounce ‘Ljubljana’ from sight. But instead of spending your time hopelessly attempting to pronounce Slovenian city names, let’s get on with the exploring. Why Visit Ljubljana is not the most common European city to visit, however it is becoming increasingly popular and […]
48 Hours in Budapest
On your European interrail travels Budapest cannot be missed. Recognised for its renaissance spas, the iconic Chain Bridge and the Fisherman’s Bastion, along with the lively nightlife in the ruin pubs, Budapest will never fail to disappoint. The best thing about the city – it’s super cheap! Getting Around Arrival by train on an Interrail route […]
48 Hours in Reykjavik
The most northerly capital in the world, Reykjavik, has become somewhat of a tourist hotspot in recent years – American tourists alone last year outnumbered the entire population of the city. Upon arriving it is clear to see why: the island, whilst small in size and population (they are still awaiting the birth of the […]
Best Glamping Holidays in Devon
With the ever increasing need to portray an Instagrammable lifestyle, even the humble camping trip has had a makeover. Queue the rise of the glamping holiday. The glamping holiday has meant that campers no longer have to spend their holiday in a soggy tent on, at best, an air bed that continuously deflates. Companies such […]
A Vacation at the Movies
Films are great. It’s a Sunday afternoon, you’ve got nowhere pressing to be, you’ve done all your reading for Monday (or at least as much as you physically can), and the time comes for you to simply lose yourself in stunning visuals, an amazing plot and a gorgeously crafted soundtrack. Sure, we love watching movies […]
48 Hours in Milan
Getting There Ryanair flies from both Bristol and London (although flights from the former are seasonal) and you can expect to pay anything from £20 to £100+ each way. Book at least a couple of weeks in advance and try to fly midweek if you can (although I recently flew out on a Saturday for £20). EasyJet offers […]
A tan too far?
Given temperamental and often uninspiring weather conditions, it’s no surprise that more and more of us are keen to get that golden-brown, sun-kissed glow. An April report from The Grocer reported that, according to market analysts Kantar Worldpanel, sales of fake tan have increased massively – by 38.8 per cent – to £20.9 million in the […]
Exploring Wales: A Weekend in Cardiff
Coming from a capital city, it’s easy to overlook the perks of living somewhere like Cardiff until you leave, or until you discover Wales was recently voted among the top ten countries to visit globally by Rough Guides. So, what is it about Cardiff in particular that makes it worth visiting? I’m pleased to say […]