The picturesque bay of English Harbour is a hotspot for visitors to Antigua, home to some of the island’s best-loved attractions. The charming complex at Nelson’s Dockyard combines cultural heritage with an expansive marina, teeming with impressive vessels from around the world. Nelson’s Dockyard is part of the wider area of Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, which incorporates Shirley Heights, Dow’s Hill Interpretation Center, and Clarence House. The dockyard itself is the world’s only continuously working Georgian Era dockyard. Charming and well-maintained, it features restored original buildi ..read more

Sunset over a spectacular bay, the sweet tang of rum punch lingering on your lips, and the mouth-watering scent of Caribbean jerk floating through the air. For one of the best things to do in Antigua, you just can’t miss Shirley Heights’ infamous Sunday BBQ Party! Chances are if you’ve done a Google Image Search for Antigua, you’ll have had a glimpse into what makes Shirley Heights the country’s top-rated place to visit. A panorama across the sweeping English Harbour and lush green hills, the view from this former military lookout delivers the iconic picture postcard image of Antigua. In the 1 ..read more

Take a trip back in time and experience centuries of Dutch culture and heritage on a day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans in the Netherlands! When we decided to visit Amsterdam, there was plenty of excitement for the city’s awe-inspiring architecture, beautiful canals and abundant nightlife. However, I totally wasn’t expecting one of my highlights from the trip to be an experience that’s about as far from an action-packed city break as you can get. As part of our weekend break, we took a day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, which quickly became the highlight of my visit to the Netherl ..read more

On one of our final days in Crete, we took a drive to the northern coast of the island to visit Rethymno (or ‘Rethymnon’ – both spellings are correct!). Alongside being a holidaymaker hotspot for its resorts, it also has a charming old town and gorgeous sea views. Rethymno is Crete’s third-largest city, with the island itself being the largest in the Greek archipelago. It was originally built during the Minoan period, with estimates of early occupation as far back as the 11th and 12th century BC. The city has a much-storied past, serving as a Venetian stronghold in the Middle Ages, being captu ..read more

Underneath the foundations of Prague, there are secrets to be found and mysteries to unravel. Prague is known for its charming old town streets, the striking Charles Bridge and the imposing Prague Castle complex – but look a little deeper, and you’ll uncover the city’s dark past. Speculum Alchemiae is a historical alchemist’s workshop, with underground chambers dating back to the 16th century. The museum’s name translates to ‘Mirror of Alchemy’, and the labs were only discovered by accident after a flood in 2002 and the subsequent renovation work. The guided tour of this unusual attraction, ho ..read more

Prague is a city that had evaded my travels for a while for no real reason. It had always been on my ‘I’ll visit it one day’ list, and that ‘one day’ finally came on an Easter Bank Holiday weekend. Walking through the Old Town streets, I immediately understood why millions of visitors flock to this city annually. Seriously, it’s like a fairytale. (If fairytale characters had selfie sticks, anyway.) The architecture is severely stunning, with ornate Gothic towers and Baroque facades everywhere you look. There’s loads to see, do and eat, from the Old Town and Castle District, to the hip Vinohard ..read more

Thinking of visiting a beer spa in Prague? Here’s everything you need to know about this unique Czech wellness experience. During our weekend trip to Prague, we booked an hour-long beer spa experience at Bernard Beer Spa. A friend of mine went years ago and raved about it, so I knew it would be the perfect experience to celebrate my birthday in Prague. And honestly? It absolutely exceeded my expectations, and was an absolute highlight of our weekend in Prague. In a minute I’ll get into all the juicy details of what went down and what you can expect visiting a beer spa in the Czech Republi ..read more

Marbella is absolutely packed with top-tier restaurants, at a range of price points to suit all budgets, from high end gastronomy to quick, casual dining. Much of the focus of Marbella’s cuisine is on healthy eating, serving fresh food free of nasty ingredients. Buddha bowls and smoothies can be found everywhere, the perfect light choice for sunny Andalusian days Although the handful of purely plant-based restaurants in the central area are sadly now permanently closed, many restaurants in Marbella offer a range of vegetarian and vegan options, as well as gluten free and keto choices for ..read more

Tucked away down an alleyway, trasporting you from the bustling streets of the Old Town, Lehká Hlava offers vegetarian and vegan dishes in Prague in an intimate, ambient setting. Since opening in 2005, Lehká Hlava was born from the ethos that vegetarian and vegan food can be as exciting as meat. In a country known for its meat-heavy cuisine, Lehká Hlava has led the way in Prague for creative dishes from a diverse range of chefs, with influences from around the world. The name ‘Clear Head comes from the restaurant team’s belief that quality food nourishes more than just your body, infusing the ..read more

Looking for a budget-friendly winter city break? Enjoy stunning architecture with a dusting of snow, in one of the most affordable countries in Europe. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re planning on visiting Kraków in winter! We visited Kraków during the last week of February, and although January is known to be the coldest month in the city, February really isn’t much warmer. The temperature definitely dropped below freezing every night – which was the perfect excuse to get cosy in a bar and drink mulled wine to warm up! Despite the cold, we also got some bursts of su ..read more