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Calabria in August: Beautiful Beaches, Colourful Murals and Mountain Roads That Took My Breath Away
The second chapter of our family road trip through southern Italy, from Tropea and Diamante to Santa Sofia d’Epiro, Civita and the mountains of Calabria.
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Cave Churches, Chaos Parking, and a Checkout Sting: Our Real Week in Mottola, Puglia
Our real, unfiltered week based in Mottola, Puglia: Cave churches nobody queues for, a mystery-menu Masseria, and the parking situation that beat us twice before we beat it back. Here’s what actually happened, not the polished version. We landed in Bari at 18:50, hired a car, and after an hour’s drive we arrived at the…
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The Accidental Italian Escape (or How I Booked the Wrong Month and Fell in Love With It Anyway)
Some stories don’t begin with a plan. They begin with a mistake. This one started with a click. I was booking flights to Venice for the Carnival. In my head, everything was perfectly aligned; February, masks, drama, photography, all the things that make Venice feel like a dream you somehow stepped into. And then I…
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A 5-Day Andalusian Road Trip: Málaga, Gibraltar, Utrera, Sevilla & Setenil
There are trips you plan for months, and then there are the ones that simply happen; messy, sun-soaked, full of surprises, and somehow more perfect because of it. This little adventure across Andalucía was exactly that. Five days, five completely different places, three hotels that couldn’t be more unlike each other, and thousands of steps…
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From Cheap Flights to Cherry Liquor: 72 Hours in Gdańsk
💸 The Real Cost of a “Cheap” Trip It’s tempting to think that booking cheap flights means you’ve scored yourself a cheap holiday. But let me tell you, those bargain tickets are just the start of the story. Always remember: Heads up, fellow wanderer: some links here are affiliate links. If you use them, the…
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Trains, Twinkling Lights, and Tradition: A Noël Journey Across France
Just a heads up: some posts on this site contain affiliate links. If you happen to book or buy something through them, I’ll earn a tiny commission (don’t worry, it won’t cost you a penny extra). Think of it as buying me a virtual coffee! Thanks for the support! It’s December, and you all know…
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Three Fab Days in Prague: A Travel Tale
When your best mate from Australia suggests a rendezvous in Prague rather than the usual Newport haunts, you say yes before they’ve even finished the sentence! So, off we toddled to Prague, starting our journey at London Gatwick. Thanks to some pesky roadworks, our drive took a cheeky hour and a half longer than planned.…
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Exploring Girona in 24h: A Perfect Spanish Getaway
When you casually filter the flights and see Girona for £30 return, it’s impossible not to book it. So I did, but then expenses started to grow. With my partner joining the trip, we had to book parking and accommodation. Before I knew it, we’d spent £200 without even leaving our bedroom. At least we…
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A Weekend to Remember: Celebrating Family and Heritage in Gdańsk
As someone who calls Gdansk home, albeit from a distance, returning always feels like a reconnection with my roots. It’s a city that doesn’t see me as often as it should, but this particular visit was marked by an occasion too special to miss: my father’s 77th birthday. This wasn’t just any trip; it was…
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Three Enchanting Days in Madeira: A Christmas Season Getaway
As the Christmas season rolls in, with its signature blend of twinkling lights, heartfelt exchanges of gifts, and the crisp chill of winter, it’s also a time that ushers in a deep reflection on the values of empathy and compassion. In a world bustling with busy schedules and endless responsibilities, this festive period stands as…
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Our Family Adventure in France: Beaches, Forests, and Birthday Celebrations!
(Beginning +Day 1) Another month, another exciting trip awaits! But this time, it’s not just a solo adventure, my whole family and my godson are coming along for the ride. Originally, we planned to embark on our annual camping trip to Pembrokeshire, a place we absolutely adore. Unfortunately, the weather forecast didn’t look too promising,…
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