Alright, so we’ve got a bit of catching up to do. Since the last time we spoke I was chatting all about my Christmas break to Switzerland (!), I think it’s about time I gave a little low-down of everything that’s been going on since then. Warning: This might be a little long (sorry in advance)… 1. I went to Paris for my birthday This was probably the most spontaneous trip I’ve ever taken, only booking our trip three days before we left. We got a cracking deal on the Eurostar (plus a hotel with a pool), and it was too good to pass up! The last time I went to Paris I was 21, so it was good ..read more

12 destinations, 16 flights, 7 countries, 2 new countries, 12 train journeys At a time when everyone is looking to the New Year, I love taking the time to reflect on the last 12 months. I always feel slightly panicky that I’m not doing much with my life, but by looking back I’m (usually) able to reassure myself that I’ve achieved a lot more than I thought! This year has been full of highs and lows. Not only has it thrown some curve balls my way, but it’s also been the first full year where I’ve had to cope with everything without my mum by my side. It’s been bloody tough, but it’s made me ..read more

Last weekend, I was invited along to a Vintage China Upcycling Workshop run by The Indytute. For those who’ve never heard of upcycling, it’s basically the process of taking something unwanted and turning it into something fresh and new. As a massive hoarder who hates throwing ANYTHING away, this is something that has always intrigued me… Think how much I could have got away with not throwing away over the years! A Morning of Vintage China Upcycling This 90-minute workshop was run by The Indytute, a company that offers unusual gift experiences and days out in London (think everything from ..read more

Yes, those asterisks in the title are 100% needed! One of the most exciting things that happened this month was a campaign I worked on with the fabulous folks at Three UK and Samsung Mobile. Along with 40 other bloggers, I was sent a Samsung Galaxy S9 phone for a few weeks so that I could get to grips with the in-built camera. In truth, it wasn’t a hard thing to do because I’m an Android girl through and through (I own a Pixel myself…), but even I was blown away by the quality of the camera. On my various jaunts to places like the Jurassic Coast, I even left my SLR camera at hom ..read more

A few months back, I was invited to stay at the brand new Roomzzz aparthotel in Stratford, East London. With its central location just minutes away from Westfield shopping centre, I was so excited to finally rock up with Sophie (from Luggage Tags and Ticket Stubs) in tow last weekend, ready for a relaxing few days. Honestly, this stay couldn’t have come at a better time. The weekend gave us a much-needed break from job hunting (actually that’s just me), and stressing about general life problems (OK, me again, sorry). There’s been a lot of buzz around Roomzzz recently, but in ca ..read more

I remember the first time I moved to London for university in 2011. My bags unpacked and my mum waved off, my first foray into the Big City was an evening walk along the Strand and over towards Blackfriars Bridge with some new friends. Seeing London by night – by myself, with no adult in tow – was something completely new to me. The crowds of business workers had dispersed and tourists were tucked into restaurants and theatres, leaving only London’s array of interesting locals scattered around the streets. Rather than feeling scared or overwhelmed, this was a pretty monumental evening for ..read more

I had THE BEST time at London Film and Comic Con. Honestly, 24 hours on I’m still absolutely buzzing, and wish it was the weekend all over again! Going to a convention like this has always been on my list of things to do in London. I went to Kapow Comic Con a few years ago and saw some of the comic greats, but this was the first time I’d been to an event that had big named stars and all the cosplay fun that surrounds it. What is London Film and Comic Con? Ok, before I get a little carried away with telling you JUST HOW AMAZING my day was, I should probably cover the basics. London Film and Co ..read more

One thing I love about London is that there’s always something weird and wonderful going on. Fancy going to a gig? A puppet show? A yoga class with dogs?! No matter what day of the week it is or whereabouts you are, there’s usually something epic going on that you’ve never even thought could possibly exist. Last week, I climbed over the O2 Arena in North Greenwich for a second time, and it got me thinking: just where else in the world could you harness up and hike over a massive glass fibre fabric dome?! In honour of all the crazy things that London has to offer, here are s ..read more

Mention ‘afternoon tea’ to me and my ears prick up like a dog that’s just been told he’s going for a walk. I can’t get enough of it. I was a pretty late bloomer when it comes to afternoon tea. I think the very first time I saw someone huddling down for three tiers of sweet and savouries was when I was in Betty’s in York. To my not-yet-teenager eyes (and very under-experienced stomach) the idea of tucking into several courses was inconceivable – how can anyone eat all that much in one go?! But then I had my very first afternoon tea. And I was hooked. I’ve definitely made up for l ..read more

I might have been planning a relaxing Easter weekend, but I couldn’t resist a visit to Megasaki City and Trash Island. Don’t recognise either of those destinations from Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2018?! That’s because, uh, neither of those places actually exist. They’re actually made-up places that feature in the new Wes Anderson stop-animation movie Isle of Dogs (if you haven’t seen it yet, do it!), all about a land that exiles all dogs out of the city to a garbage dump called – you guessed it – Trash Island. The movie is the subject of a brand new temporary exhibition that ..read more