Split is surrounded by varied and beautiful islands making it the perfect base for island hopping and exploring. It’s possible to visit the islands yourself but ferry times/routes might limit you to one island per day. So if you’re short on time the perfect way to explore Split’s nearby islands is to join an organised boat tour. This is my review of the…
Krka National Park is a stunning escape from reality into a world of vibrant colours and the power of nature at its most magnificent. Home to the incredible Skradinski Buk waterfall a day trip to Krka National Park from Split is unmissable! It’s one of those experiences that are so worth it – the price, the crowds, everything. The majesty of nature, the vivid blues and greens, the sounds…
Split is Croatia’s second city and only more recently arrived on the tourist radar. In all honesty it wasn’t somewhere I had planned to go (although I was certainly headed back to Croatia at some point!) I happened to find cheap flights and took a closer look and discovered the perfect holiday destination! A harbour curved in a perfect bay, bags of history and a lively atmosphere make…
If you want fairytale palaces, crumbling castle ruins and magical and mysterious gardens, Sintra, Portugal is the place to go. This is the ultimate guide to Sintra: what to see and do and how to get around. Just 40 minutes away by train, Sintra is an easy and accessible day trip from Lisbon. But you could easily spend several days here and not see everything Sintra has to offer! If…
When I think of Lisbon I think of the colour yellow. Lisbon is known as the sunshine capital of Europe with more sunny days than anywhere else. Then there’s the golden custard tarts, or pastel de nata, and the bright yellow trams that rattle up and down its seven hills. (Yes seven hills! Bring your walking shoes because Lisbon is not for the faint-hearted.) These are my…
Solo Travel throws up so many challenges and awkward situations lurk around every beautiful, foreign corner. You could stay at home in your fluffy slippers and watch re-runs of Friends to avoid all the potential mishaps – but where would be the fun in that? Instead, you can learn from my mistakes and find out how to avoid being a solo travel disaster! Every adventure you undertake builds confidence…
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