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Dublin Travel Guide (2025): Best things to see, do & eat

Dublin is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in Europe. The Irish capital is a UNESCO City of Literature, home to more than 700+ pubs which have inspired imitators the world over, and has a long and fascinating history, which can be traced from the Vikings and the Celts to the country’s tumultuous modern history. I’ve written this Dublin travel guide to share … Continue reading Dublin Travel Guide (2025): Best things to see, do & eat

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Paradise found: 3 Days in Paros, Greece

With traditional, white-washed Cycladic villages straight out of central casting, dozens of pretty beaches and a handful of ancient ruins, it’s a miracle that Paros isn’t already overrun with tourists. This idyllic Cyclades island is one of the most beautiful in Greece, and is getting more popular with every year. Paros is home to beautiful villages like Parikia, Naoussa and Lefkes, dozens of beaches and … Continue reading Paradise found: 3 Days in Paros, Greece

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5 Days in London: The Perfect Itinerary For First Time Visitors (2025)

London is the ultimate metropolis, a megacity with more than a thousand years of history, dozens of distinct neighbourhoods and an endless number of things to see and do. This itinerary for 5 days in London is based on my most recent trip and includes major attractions like The Tower of London, Borough Market, St Paul’s Cathedral, Kensington Gardens and Westminster Abbey, as well as iconic … Continue reading 5 Days in London: The Perfect Itinerary For First Time Visitors (2025)

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Crete Travel Guide: Where to go, stay & what to do (2025)

Crete is the largest island in Greece, and one of the most unique. It’s an enormous island, and feels somewhat like a country of its own. Crete has a long history under several different civilisations, and the lingering influence of the Ottomans, Venetians, Byzantines and Romans, give Crete a distinct character and energy, unlike anywhere else in Greece. I’ve written this Crete travel guide as … Continue reading Crete Travel Guide: Where to go, stay & what to do (2025)

Athens

Highlights from 2 Days in Athens

Athens is not the most glamorous European city, but it is full of beautiful, wondrous things. It’s a place I often find myself defending, because I think it’s too easily overlooked in favour of more polished European cities and the idyllic Greek islands. When we spent two weeks in Greece, Athens was our final stop, after visiting Paros, Milos & Sifnos. It was  my third … Continue reading Highlights from 2 Days in Athens

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Klima: Milos’ stunning, colourful fishing village

The colourful fisherman houses in Klima are a must-visit in Milos. Unlike the traditional blue & white buildings typical to the Cyclades, Klima bucks the trend with a rainbow of colours splashed across doors, balconies and windows of tiny syrmata, traditional fishing huts that hug the cliffs. Between the colourful syrmata and the view across the bay, I think Klima is one of the most … Continue reading Klima: Milos’ stunning, colourful fishing village

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Hudson Valley Travel Guide: Where to go & what to do, eat & drink (2025)

The Hudson Valley is an idyllic escape from New York City, and in my opinion, one of New York state’s best kept secrets. It’s been a popular escape for artists and creatives looking for more space, fresh air and a sense of community for decades. The Hudson Valley has bucolic landscapes, vibrant towns and villages, and abundant farmland, which is especially popular during various pick-your-own … Continue reading Hudson Valley Travel Guide: Where to go & what to do, eat & drink (2025)

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Highlights from 5 Days in Milos, Greece

Milos is one of the most beautiful Cyclades islands in Greece, and an excellent alternative or addition to a trip to Santorini or Mykonos. Of the seven Greek islands I’ve visited so far, Milos is my favourite! Below, I’ve shared my highlights from our 5 days in Milos, which includes some of the most beautiful beaches, like Sarakiniko and Firopotamus, and dazzling fishing villages like … Continue reading Highlights from 5 Days in Milos, Greece

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Where to Stay in Paris: 10 of the Best Areas to Stay for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2026)

Choosing where to stay in Paris can be overwhelming, with 20 arrondissements to choose from and major sights scattered all over the city. The best areas to stay in Paris for first time visitors are St Germain, Le Marais, Montparnasse, the Latin Quarter and the 2nd and 16th arrondissements. Below, I’ve shared the 10 best areas to stay in Paris for visitors, with notes on some … Continue reading Where to Stay in Paris: 10 of the Best Areas to Stay for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2026)

3 Days in Zurich Itinerary: Lindt, Lake Zurich & Mountains

Zurich is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, and yet it flies mostly under the radar for international visitors on a typical Europe trip. We spent 3 days in Zurich on our recent summer trip to the UK & Europe, and it was one of the genuine highlights of our trip! We were visiting good friends of ours, Tim & Nat, and we … Continue reading 3 Days in Zurich Itinerary: Lindt, Lake Zurich & Mountains