A Literary Guide to Charleston, SC: The Best Things to Do for Booklovers
Charleston, SC. is not only one of the most charming cities to visit in the USA, it’s also a dreamy destination for booklovers! I’ve been lucky enough to visit Charleston three times, and think it’s one of the most underrated travel destinations in the USA. If you’re planning a trip around the USA, looking for a domestic getaway destination or a weekend trip for your … Continue reading A Literary Guide to Charleston, SC: The Best Things to Do for Booklovers
5 Days in North Island New Zealand: Bay of Plenty & Waikato
We spent 5 days on the North Island of New Zealand in February, to celebrate our friends’ wedding in the Bay of Plenty. It was a short trip, but awe & wonder was waiting for us around every corner. We built our itinerary for 5 days in the North Island around the wedding, with a night in Auckland, and stops in the Waikato and Bay … Continue reading 5 Days in North Island New Zealand: Bay of Plenty & Waikato
Kilkenny: Ireland’s Colourful Medieval Capital
Kilkenny is one of the loveliest cities in Ireland’s Ancient East. Once a medieval capital, Kilkenny is known for its 12th century Kilkenny Castle, the well-preserved Medieval Mile and a thriving local arts, crafts & design scene. It’s also the heartland of hurling, one of Ireland’s ancient indigenous sports. Kilkenny is just a 90 minute drive from Dublin, so we visited on a day tour from … Continue reading Kilkenny: Ireland’s Colourful Medieval Capital
15 Best Things to Do in Charleston For First Time Visitors (2025)
Charleston is one of the most charming travel destinations in the United States, with a plethora of historic sights, attractions and delicious cuisine for visitors to enjoy. I’ve visited Charleston three times, and have loved getting to know this beautiful and vibrant city over the years, so I’ve put together this guide to the best things to do in Charleston for first time visitors. The best … Continue reading 15 Best Things to Do in Charleston For First Time Visitors (2025)
2 Days in Burgundy: Itinerary for 48 Hours in Beaune & Cote d’Or (+ Map)
Three words: French. Wine. Country! Burgundy is one of France’s greatest wine regions, dotted with grand chateaux and biscuit-coloured villages where it seems that time stands still. We spent two days in Burgundy, which was the perfect introduction to this exceptional corner of France. You could spend so much longer exploring the region, but 48 hours in Burgundy is a great place to start for … Continue reading 2 Days in Burgundy: Itinerary for 48 Hours in Beaune & Cote d’Or (+ Map)
Itinerary & Highlights: 1 Month in the UK & Europe
Last summer, we spent 1 month in the UK & Europe, which was 4.5 wonderful weeks travelling through Ireland, the UK, France, Switzerland and Greece. I’ve shared our itinerary for one month in Europe below, to share some ideas for your own big trip! I still can’t quite believe how wonderful this trip was. Our itinerary was full of destinations that felt so different from … Continue reading Itinerary & Highlights: 1 Month in the UK & Europe
Hell’s Kitchen Neighborhood Guide (+ Map)
Hells Kitchen is a classic NYC neighborhood to visit while you’re in New York City. While it doesn’t have the obvious charms of SoHo, West Village, East Village or Nolita, there are lots of great things to do in Hells Kitchen. Hells Kitchen lacks some of the grander sights (see: gangster stronghold until the 1980s), but there are plenty of things to do – like … Continue reading Hell’s Kitchen Neighborhood Guide (+ Map)
10 Best Things to Do in Warburton: The Yarra Valley’s Best Kept Secret
Tucked away in the hills of the Yarra Ranges, charming Warburton is one of the Yarra Valley’s best kept secrets. Surrounded by the lush mountain ash of Yarra Ranges National Park, the former Gold Rush town is a true oasis of calm and serenity, within easy driving distance of Melbourne. The best things to do in Warburton are the foundations of the good life: embracing … Continue reading 10 Best Things to Do in Warburton: The Yarra Valley’s Best Kept Secret
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
Melbourne Travel Guide: What to see, do & eat (2025)
Melbourne is one of the most liveable cities in the world, and one of the most exciting cities to visit in Australia. Melbourne is often referred to as Australia’s capital of culture, food & sport, and manages to juggle these many titles all at once! I’ve lived in Melbourne for nearly a decade and have written this Melbourne travel guide to give you a brief … Continue reading Melbourne Travel Guide: What to see, do & eat (2025)