My husband and I try to go to Fuerteventura each year, mostly because he spent every summer growing up there. His family had a house in a smaller village called Villaverde and they always had a car. This meant that they were constantly exploring, meaning that I got the grand tour when I first arrived. One week in Fuerteventura is usually enough to see all the sights. If you are not just after the classic British all-inclusive holiday, then this post is for you. Before we get started, I am assuming that you have rented a car when I’m writing this. I have also assumed that you are staying in Cor ..read more

Devon is one of the prettiest parts of the UK and always seems overshadowed by its neighbour Cornwall. I think that Devon is much quieter than Cornwall during peak seasons and is arguably more affordable. Plus, there is still plenty to see and do, which is why I wrote this post on Three Days in Devon. I have written this post with the view that you are staying in Torquay, which is quite central. We have stayed at The Somerville before and would highly recommend it. As well as this, I am also assuming that you have access to a car. Three Days in Devon | A Short Itinerary Day 1: Exeter, Totnes a ..read more

Whenever I go to Paris, I know that I can expect excellent food. From a divine and artistically crafted dessert, to a humble baguette, there is just so much choice in this city. I want to make sure that you have the perfect foodie experience each time you visit. So, here is (in my opinion) the ultimate guide for what to eat in Paris. What to Eat in Paris | French Food you Must Try French Baguette frenchyet.com My favourite thing about staying in France is the amount of bread I can consume. The baguette in particular is a source of national pride for the French. It just tastes so good and is th ..read more

If you are looking for the ultimate city break, look no further than Paris. This place has it all, including history, culture, tasty food and some of the most iconic landmarks in Europe. If you want to make the most of your stay here, then staying in the right place is really important. So without further ado, here is my perfect companion to help you to decide where to stay in Paris. Montmartre Montmartre is easily my favourite location in Paris. It gives you a quaint village-like feel, whilst in the bustle of the city. Montmartre is overlooked by the impressive and imposing Sacré-Cœure, one ..read more

Bercy is a smaller, less-known area of Paris. It is probably best known for the famous Bercy Village shopping centre, however this little suburb has plenty to offer. It used to be a pretty overlooked part of the city, mostly due to the fact it was quiet and urban. However, all of that is now changing. There are new hotels arriving that are turning into large skyscrapers and money is being invested into projects, such as the startup campus Station F. Adding to this is that during the Olympics this year, Bercy is right in the thick of it and is a great place to explore during the games. To prepa ..read more

I visited Milan last Summer and spent two days exploring the fashion-capital of Italy. The city has a fair amount to offer but, from our experience, you can probably cover it with 48 hours in Milan. Milan is all about living lavishly. You can shop the most expensive fashion brands, eat incredible food and see some of the best art that the world has to offer. For this post, I have assumed that you are staying near the Duomo and the city centre. We stayed at Hotel Sanpi Milano, which was a great location to use as a base to explore. Here is what we would recommend with just 48 hours in Milan. 48 ..read more

Imagine you are off travelling somewhere relatively far flung. The Maldives, Thailand, Mauritius or even Bali. Where is one of the best places to stop? Dubai of course! This neo-metropolis is becoming ever more popular with holidaymakers and it isn’t hard to see why. When we travelled to Mauritius, we decided to have a short layover here to explore the city. If you only have 24 hours in Dubai, then this is what I would recommend… 24 Hours in Dubai Arrival – Early Morning If you are going to cram Dubai in 24 hours, then you need to arrive early. Whilst we had 48 hours in Dubai (blog post coming ..read more

I love trying new places in Henley-on-Thames, especially brunch places in the town! We had heard incredible things about Bistro at the Boathouse and I had to see for myself what all the fuss was about. It all starts one morning, featuring a rather hungry Victoria… Getting There The Bistro at the Boathouse is, as you may have guessed, on the riverbank. I personally think that it has the best location of any place where you can have brunch in Henley. If you are driving into the town, park in either the Waitrose or Greys Road car park. These are relatively far away, but are the easiest ones. From ..read more

Fuerteventura might just be one of my favourite holiday destinations. Sun, sea, fabulous food and culture… It just offers everything you could want from a holiday. It also just so happens to be the only place I have braved going scuba-diving. I really enjoyed myself but, in all honesty, I am not sure I’m cut out for it. However, my husband has been diving in Fuerteventura for fifteen years and always makes time for it when we go. He even instructed it there for a short time and knows the area well. Here is our comprehensive guide to diving in these waters. In our opinion, it is the perfect pla ..read more

Time for the sequel to my post on brunch in Henley. Whilst the town has some really good options, the surrounding villages have some tasty alternatives that are away from the hustle and bustle of Henley. Many of these are also locally-run too, which makes it even better. Without further ado, here are my top places for brunch around Henley-on-Thames. Cherry Tree Inn, Stoke Row People who read my blog know that I recently posted a review about the Cherry Tree Inn Stoke Row and loved it. Imagine my joy when I found out that they do breakfast as well! There is a great menu and all the food is top ..read more