Category Archives: Travel Tips

The Secrets to Making The Most of a Short Break Abroad

The truth about short breaks is that they are exhausting – right? Just when you need a few days respite, with a splash of adventure you end up travelled out, rushed and wishing you’d spent a long weekend at home … Continue reading

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Lagom – The Swedish Goldilocks Principle for Globetrotters

Lagom – a Swedish word that has no direct translation. It more or less means not too much, not too little, just the right amount. It can be applied to every aspect of life – whether that be the amount … Continue reading

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Top Tips For First Time Travelling Abroad With Toddlers

Tantrums, a short attention span, and the tendency to spontaneously require something completely unexpected (or unattainable) can scupper the best-laid travel plans. Here are some top tips from parents who travel to ensure your toddler is on best form on … Continue reading

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The Worst Holiday Destinations In The World To Visit in June

Ever planned a badly-timed break? Spent your Round The World Trip visiting every destination in the wrong season? If you are thinking of a last-minute getaway this month, you’ll do well to avoid the following locations! Dubai, UAE In June … Continue reading

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Scorchio! 10 Tanning Tips Sun Seekers Tend To Ignore

With the holiday season well underway and temperatures soaring in the UK, we thought this list of tips that sun-worshipers tend to ignore would be rather timely. Wear sunscreen to suit your skin type – never choose anything less than … Continue reading

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Vegan Travel Tips – Easy Ways To Keep To Your Plant Based Diet Abroad

In the UK we are pretty blessed when it comes to eateries understanding “specialist dietary requirements”, but in some places around the world it is harder to get the importance across. Here are some top tips for ensuring your plant-based … Continue reading

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The Zen of Travelling

Philosophical musings for enjoying far-flung adventures. Live In The Moment Thinking about life after the big trip, whether that be the internship, your next job, or simply “aaaaarrrrggghhhh, what am I going to do for money?” will definitely put a … Continue reading

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11 Totally Awesome Pre-Holiday Detox Tips – Get Summer Ready!

Want to look hot on your next holiday? Check out these tips which promise to turn up the temperature by beating the bloat, burning the fat, and giving you a wonderfully healthy glow (without a fad diet in sight)! 1. … Continue reading

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Backpacking Life Lessons – 20 Things You Discover On Your First Trip

You don’t need a change of clothes for everyday. Layering is the best way to dress for all weathers. Cotton clothes retain water, which is rubbish for backpacking in the winter. During the summer however that is an obvious perk. … Continue reading

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The Most Romantic Valentines Getaways For A Proposal

What could be more romantic than popping the question on Valentines Day? Doing it on a romantic Valentines break! Here are the top three romantic getaways that will ensure your loved one says YES! Spa Break Undivided attention, pampering, and … Continue reading

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