Kayaking in Byron Bay*
During our trip to Australia we were invited by Go Sea Kayak to try out one of their tours, kayaking in Byron Bay. I was super excited as the tours almost always spot dolphins...
Author: Samantha Wragg
Why Portugal is great for a hen do
A couple of weekends ago, I travelled to Portugal for a friend’s hen do. I absolutely love Portugal (find out why here) but I’ve only ever visited Albufeira in the Algarve with my family...
The best ways to use credit cards when travelling*
I don’t know about you but literally ALL of my spare money goes on travelling – I just booked spontaneous flights to Venice this morning! This means that sometimes I have to do a...
Planning a vacation to Majorca*
Image credit Majorca has long been a popular tourist spot, especially for families and sun lovers. It offers everything you would expect from one of the Balearic Islands, and so much more. I lived...
5 things I can’t travel without
Everyone has those things that they can’t bare to go away without. There’s the usual things that you need – suncream and sunglasses if it’s warm, trainers or comfy shoes if you’re going on...
5 things to check out before you book your Airbnb*
Since its launch, travellers looking for a more immersive experience when abroad have turned to online holiday rental service Airbnb. The convenience of the website, and cosiness of the accommodation, has made it a...
The best campervan sites around the world*
The staycation is becoming more and more popular and motorhome and campervan owners have got the right idea. Holidaying in a camper means you can take your little home on wheels wherever you want...
5 UK movie locations that you can visit*
There are lots of famous buildings across the UK that have been used as backdrops in movie productions. Mentmore Towers in Buckinghamshire became the Dark Knightâs Wayne Manor in Batman and Durham Cathedral is...
Cycling in the Pennines*
The north of England makes for the perfect adventure for walkers and cyclists alike. The Pennines are a range of mountains and hills which separate the north east from the north west and they’re...
Coast or countryside, which is better?*
We’re really spoiled here in the UK. There are miles of rugged coastlines and sandy beaches plus rolling hills and greenery, so sometimes it can be difficult to decide on your next staycation destination....