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Mallorca | Spending The Day In Formentor

Jun 30, 2019
4 min

Mallorca | Spending The Day In Formentor

Located on the Northern most tip of Mallorca is the Formentor Peninsula, whilst there are many must do's on the island, we highly recommend checking out this area We visited Formentor twice during our holiday in Mallorca. The first day we took our hire car and the next time we hopped on the public service bus. For this post we will show both methods of transport but would totally recommend using the public bus- especially if you want to cover the whole peninsula. From Port de

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The Comprehensive Loch Lomond Itinerary

May 26, 2019
13 min

The Comprehensive Loch Lomond Itinerary

Oh! ye'll tak' the high road and I'll tak' the low road, And I'll be in Scotland afore ye; But me and my true love will ne'er meet again On the bonnie, bonnie banks o' Loch Lomond Lyrics from the traditional song of Bonnie Banks O' Loch Lomond Loch Lomond is a loch in Scotland and is located within Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Whilst the National Park is 720 square miles and will take a holiday in itself to cover, - this post focusses on the actual loch and

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Vietnam Itinerary Guide

May 20, 2019
7 min

Vietnam Itinerary Guide

In 2014 we travelled around Vietnam, we loved our time there and would highly recommend adding it to your list when travelling through South East Asia. Below is our guide to spending 16 nights in this amazing and varied country. Visas: Organise before leaving home. Visit the Vietnam Visa Centre website, and the process is easy- input your personal details, passport details and payment details. You will get confirmation within 24-48 hours via email. For a one month visa this p

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12 Ways To Celebrate The Festive Season In Glasgow

Nov 28, 2018
6 min

12 Ways To Celebrate The Festive Season In Glasgow

It's the most wonderful time of the year and the festive period is well and truly upon us now. Here we share our favourite ways to celebrate Christmas and the festive season in Glasgow. There are loads of things to do in Glasgow during the festive months which include browsing traditional Christmas markets, Christmas shopping, afternoon teas, events and enjoying the holiday lights and decorations. We have also included how to get to and from Glasgow and where to stay whilst t

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12 Ways To Celebrate The Festive Season In Edinburgh

Nov 21, 2018
5 min

12 Ways To Celebrate The Festive Season In Edinburgh

Quite honestly, Scotland doesn’t get the love and attention that it should and our capital city is no exception, it is a wonderful place to spend a few days or a week at anytime of the year. But it is during the festive season that it really comes to life and shows its best colours. Here we share our 12 favourite ways to celebrate Christmas and the festive season in Edinburgh. There are loads things to do in Edinburgh during the festive months which include browsing tradition

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Asklepieion- A Must Visit In Kos

Oct 7, 2018
3 min

Asklepieion- A Must Visit In Kos

Located 4 kilometres south east of Kos town, surrounded by a pine-covered hill which commands stunning views towards Turkey, stands Kos’ most important ancient site. Founded in the 3rd century BC, the Asklepieion was a healing temple and a school of medicine, a religious sanctuary built to honour the god of health, healing and medicine- Asclepius. According to legend it was built after the death of the famous ancient Greek physician, Hippocrates, the Kos-born ‘father’ of mode

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Nisyros- A Volcanic Island

Sep 26, 2018
2 min

Nisyros- A Volcanic Island

Whilst visiting the gorgeous island of Kos, it is a must to take a day trip to the nearby volcanic island of Nisyros. We booked again with JD Tours in Kefalos paying €25 for the return journey on the ferry which set sail at 0930 and returned at 1630. The tours depart from Kos Town or Kardamena to the main town and port of the island, Mandraki. You can also pay an additional €6 pp for a bus to take you to a volcanic crater of Stefanos. You don’t need to pre-book a tour to Nisy

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Things To Do In Skye | The Must Do’s

Sep 17, 2018
1 min

Things To Do In Skye | The Must Do’s

The old saying of a picture is worth a thousand words may well be true... Just take a look at the top sights to visit in the Isle of Skye, and also where to get the best photo opportunities! The Storr Quiraing Spar Cave Staffin Beach fossils Fairy Pools Neist Point Kilt Rock / Mealt Falls Portree Cullin Ridge Sligachan Old Bridge We had glorious sunshine some days and downpours the next, so we decided to skip the following, but we would recommend them too! Dunvegan Castle (£1

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Things To Do In Skye | Quiraing

Sep 5, 2018
2 min

Things To Do In Skye | Quiraing

What is the Quiraing? The Quiraing is a landslip on the eastern face of the northernmost summit of the Trotternish on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. The whole of the Trotternish Ridge escarpment was formed by a great series of landslips; the Quiraing is the only part of the slip still moving—the road at its base, near Flodigarry, requires repairs each year! This is an essential stop in Skye if you like landscapes and photography, here you will find some of the most remarkable sc

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Things To Do In Skye | Spar Cave

Sep 1, 2018
4 min

Things To Do In Skye | Spar Cave

What is Spar Cave? Tucked away on a wild stretch of Skye coast is one of the strangest yet least known natural wonders in Scotland, Spar Cave is an astonishing, cathedral-like structure, 50 metres deep, with a marble-like flowstone staircase and huge columns formed from the centuries of water dripping through the limestone. The cave was visited by Sir Walter Scott in 1814. He later described it in “The Lord of the Isles” as: ‘The mermaid’s alabaster grot, who bathes her limbs

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Things To Do In Skye | Old Man Of Storr

Aug 29, 2018
2 min

Things To Do In Skye | Old Man Of Storr

If there is one thing on the Isle of Skye you must see, it is the Old Man of Storr... What is the Old Man of Storr? The Old Man of Storr is iconic with spiky, odd shaped rock pinnacles, set against rolling green hills and coastline of Skye. As part of the Trotternish ridge the Storr was created by a massive ancient landside, leaving one of the most photographed landscapes in the world Getting there It is 15.5 miles (28 minutes) from Sligachan camp site, and 6.3 miles (14 min

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Checking In: The Smith House, Langkawi

Aug 1, 2018
4 min

Checking In: The Smith House, Langkawi

In November 2017 we decided to visit Langkawi for 6 nights, as a stop over on the way home from Perth, Australia where we were attending our friend’s wedding. We knew from google searches that Langkawi was lush, tropical and looked stunning. But we didn’t know much else. If we had investigated it more thorough we would have known to stay longer than 6 nights, as Langkawi is beautiful and full of things to do. Langkawi is the main island of more than 99 islands, situated 30km

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Linlithgow Palace | Exploring Scottish Royalty and Outlander Locations

Jul 4, 2018
3 min

Linlithgow Palace | Exploring Scottish Royalty and Outlander Locations

When touring around Scotland, an absolute must is visiting the magnificent ruins of Linlithgow Palace, which is situated in the town of Linlithgow, 15 miles (24 km) west of Edinburgh. A Royal manor has existed on the site since the 12th century and the current palace was one of the principal residences of the monarchs of Scotland in the 15th and 16th centuries. Although maintained after Scotland's monarchs left for England in 1603, the palace was little used, and was burned o

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How To Explore The Temples of Angkor

Jun 4, 2018
6 min

How To Explore The Temples of Angkor

7 years ago, this week (start of June 2011) we arrived in Thailand for the start of our first backpacking adventure. This week we thought we would reflect on one of our most outstanding moments of our trip- when we crossed the border into Cambodia and visited Angkor Wat and temples. However as so many years have passed we have included an updated version of how to sightsee the famous Angkor Wat complex as well as some information on what we got up to in June 2011. This post i

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Scotland | Glasgow City Chambers

May 16, 2018
2 min

Scotland | Glasgow City Chambers

At the heart of Glasgow city centre, is George Square. Most visitors will find their way there by admiring the fine buildings, statues and War memorials. At the Eastern end of George Square, you will see the magnificent Victorian building of the Glasgow City Chambers (comparative to a City Hall). The building was opened in 1888 and as well as being striking on the outside, the inside oozes opulence with elegant and stunning Italian marble staircases. Glasgow City Chambers is

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Sydney | So Much To Explore

May 12, 2018
5 min

Sydney | So Much To Explore

Sydney is such a magnificent place and holds a special place in our hearts as we lived there for 5 months whilst on our ‘Australian Working Holiday Visa’. We have compiled what we think is the best Sydney has to offer, and at the end we reveal our “must do’s”. Around the harbour Sydney’s Harbour must be one of the most famous harbour’s in the world, take time to appreciate Circular Quay's beauty by having a refreshing drink at the Opera Bar outside the Opera House. And if you

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How To Explore The Vatican

May 9, 2018
3 min

How To Explore The Vatican

Ever wondered where the smallest country is in the world and what there is to do there? Then this post will answer your questions and more… The Vatican is the world’s smallest country at only 0.44 square kilometres, in fact the country fits entirely within the Italian capital city of Rome, and is the centre of the Catholic church, where the Pope lives, and it is home to the biggest church in the world- St Peter’s Basilica. You can wander straight from Italy into Vatican City

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Auckland | Rangitoto Island

May 5, 2018
3 min

Auckland | Rangitoto Island

What is it? There are approximately 50 volcanoes in the Auckland region, with Rangitoto Island being one of the most iconic landmarks in Auckland's city skyline. Sitting majestically off the coast, Rangitoto’s distinctive symmetrical cone rises 260 metres over the Hauraki Gulf. Rangitoto emerged from the sea approximately 600 years ago in a series of fiery volcanic explosions. It is the youngest volcano in Auckland and sits right next to the oldest island, Motutapu, which is

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Wellington | 9 Cool Things To Do In The Cool Little Capital

Apr 21, 2018
4 min

Wellington | 9 Cool Things To Do In The Cool Little Capital

Wellington is the capital of New Zealand, yet it doesn’t give off that big vibe due to its relatively small size which boasts a compact downtown area that is easy to explore on foot. Wellington is a feel-good place, with charm and style, the city is packed with busy restaurants and cool bars and is the undisputable café capital of New Zealand, it also has a thriving arts and music scene. Make sure you stop for at least a day or two to explore this cute and vibrant city, there

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