A day visiting Keukenhof and the Lisse tulip fields
The tulip fields of the Netherlands are renowned the world over. Seeing these flowers bloom in full colour in the spring is a bucket list item. Unfortunately COVID-19 makes travel here impossible at this point in time, but it doesn’t mean you can’t daydream about the beauty of the Lisse tulip fields and Keukenhof Gardens. You can always plan for a visit when normal, safe service resumes.
A Modena day trip: how to see this Italian gem in one day
Northern Italy is packed with cities that deserve a visit. Modena however, is the one that needs to sit firmly towards the top for those with a real love of Italian food. In the beating heart of Italian food culture, an unforgettable day trip awaits. Read on for our guide on how to spend a day in Modena.
One day in Girona: a Catalonian gem
A stones’ throw from Barcelona, a trip to Girona makes perfect sense for visitors to Catalonia. With its cobbled streets, extraordinary food culture and an easily walkable town, it’s the perfect day trip.
Read on to find out how you can make the most of one day in Girona.
2 days in Porto: a beautiful itinerary
Kissed by the sun, with the Douro river lapping at its shores, Porto is a special place. Full of vibrant colour, warm people and excellent port, it’s not difficult to fall in love with this city.
2 days in Porto is the perfect introduction to this northern Portuguese favourite. Read on to find out how we think you should spend your 2 days in Porto.
A wonderful Dolomites road trip: an itinerary for non-hikers
Can you smell that fresh air? The lofty heights of the Dolomites wedged in the top corner of Italy is a little different to the bustling streets of Rome, the busyness of Venice and the artistry of Florence. In some ways it doesn’t feel like Italy at all.
We spent a week road tripping around the Dolomites taking in the best it had to offer. And all without a multi-day hike in sight. Read on to find out how you can enjoy the Dolomites at your leisure.
Where to try a Finnish sauna experience in Helsinki
Sauna. It just has to be done on a visit to Finland’s capital Helsinki. But where do you even start to look for where to try a Finnish sauna? On our recent trip to Helsinki, we sampled and few and have answered a few burning questions. Read on for everything about our Finnish sauna experiences.
2 days in Helsinki itinerary: from start to Finnish
Our first ever European destination over a decade ago, we walked away without much of an impression of Helsinki. Cold and a little benign, it rated no mentions in itinerary ideas we’d share with friends. A fortuitous return trip ten years on has us singing the praises of Finland’s capital.
Find out what changed for us in our 2 day Helsinki itinerary.
An amazing one day in Hallstatt: A helpful itinerary for your visit
Hallstatt is picture perfect. Cute and quaint, Hallstatt has fast become a popular stop for travellers to Austria over the last few years. You can thank some disproportionate airplay on Instagram for that! It’s not without good reason, but there is more to this town than just a pic for the ‘gram. Read on to find out how to best spend one day in Hallstatt.
How many days in Venice? Our tips to help you decide
The magical city of Venice is exactly that. But how much time do you need to spend in this mesmerising city? Read on for our recommendations of how best to budget your time in Venice on your holiday.
The best gelato in Bologna
Gelato is our most favourite dessert in the world. And Bologna is the home of gelato. Mix those two together, and you have a gelato lover’s heaven. We’ve eaten more than our fair share of gelato in Bologna. Read on to find out our top picks for the best gelato in Bologna.