There are few places more photographed, more renowned for their beauty than Venice. High expectations are unavoidable. You may think you know exactly what Venice has to offer. Could it disappoint you? In Part One of this post I describe my own expectations of the floating city: Does Venice live up to the hype? The reality of dream destinations. So how did it measure up? Photo Op Heaven Venice is…
Half the fun of travel is in the anticipation. Especially when you’re visiting one of the most famous well-visited places on the planet! Very soon I will be in Venice for the first time. Romantic, beautiful, unique, crowded with tourists; gondolas, bridges, tiny streets – it’s hard not to have pre-conceived ideas about such an iconic destination. Does Venice live up to the hype…
The castle and historic buildings of Edinburgh create a dramatic backdrop to a city humming with the youthful energy of university students and festival crowds. Quirky, cultural and inspiring – it’s easy to see why Edinburgh rivals London as the most visited city in the U.K. I visited an Edinburgh smothered in mist and drilled by incessant rain. The inclement weather added drama and mystery to an…
I believe that the fear of flying is a perfectly rational fear. It’s not sensible at all to hurtle through the sky in an aluminium tube. However, if you want to travel and have incredible experiences and adventures you’re gonna need to get your butt in that aluminium tube and face your fears. I’ve always been a nervous flier, as a child air stewardesses…
My previous post talked about the huge benefits of solo travel but it is also important to share the not-so-nice moments and the difficulties of travelling alone. Loneliness is the biggest factor. Let’s face it, you are experiencing a part of life that is usually experienced with others, alone. As humans we naturally crave companionship and group affinity. Travelling alone goes against this impulse and therefore…
Solo travel is addictive. It will change your life and open up the world to you. It is an intimidating prospect – perhaps you’re wondering if it’s right for you or if the benefits outweigh the scary stuff? The answer is yes, solo travel is worth it. Don’t sit around feeling stuck in your tiny corner of the planet, don’t wait someone…
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