Ever since I moved to Wokingham seven years ago, I had been longing to find a restaurant that I could rely on. One that had enough vegetarian/vegan options to keep me happy, but with plenty of choice for my carnivore husband too. I wanted to find somewhere with a welcoming atmosphere and that ‘home-from-home’ feel,[…]
South Africa is one of the best countries to see wildlife in their natural habitats. Not only is it more affordable than Tanzania, Kenya and Botswana, it’s also home to all of the Big 5 and a plethora of other animals in its national parks and private game reserves. But where’s best to stay when[…]
There I was – frozen to the spot, face-to-face with a rhino. She was a huge, magnificent, beautiful creature that could have killed me in an instant. My life flashed before my eyes as I thought to myself ‘Why the hell am I here, surrounded by wild animals in the middle of the South African bush?!’ Let[…]
If you’re looking for an ethical city break, look no further than eco-friendly Oslo. Oslo is a dream for the responsible traveller, and was awarded the status of European Green Capital for 2019 thanks to its focus on sustainability. Even though 2019 has been and gone, you can still enjoy a sustainable trip here. Here’s[…]
Norway regularly tops the ‘most expensive countries to visit’ list, but it is still possible to visit Oslo on a budget. From saving money on flights to eating like a local, there are plenty of ways to keep costs down whilst still having an action-packed weekend. Let me share my top tips for a budget[…]
Athens in winter should be right at the top of your bucket list. With so many reasons to go (winter sun? yes please!) and things to do in the Greek capital (how about everything, just with shorter queues?), you’re certain to have a great time. Imagine Greece and you’ll probably think of a stunning Greek[…]
Most animal lovers will have their hearts set on an African safari at least once in their lifetimes. Sure, there’s nothing quite like spotting a pride of lions in the Serengeti, or coming across a herd of elephants on the Masai Mara. But Africa isn’t the only place for a safari on this beautiful planet[…]
If you’re a fan of the outdoors and nature but still enjoy a few home comforts, Top of the Woods is the place for you. Imagine sleeping on a comfy bed, being woken up by the filtered sunlight, you slowly emerge from your tent to the most wonderful view out over Pembrokeshire. You’ll get all[…]
Planning a holiday to Jordan? This is the perfect itinerary for 1 week in Jordan to make sure you don’t miss out on any of the sights, or must-visit places in this incredible country. 7 days is enough time for the highlights, but as always I would recommend longer. I guarantee you’ll be standing open mouthed[…]