Escape to the Hunter Valley for a romantic weekend filled with wine, markets, and unhurried moments together. See our full 3-day itinerary, couples’ tips, and where to stay.
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Trip report
Valletta Cruise Port Day: Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk & City Wandering
Our stop in Valletta, Malta, was the one we were most excited for – and it truly delivered. From Valletta cruise port, we took in the dramatic cliffs of the Blue Grotto, the colourful boats...
Discover Civitavecchia – A chilled Port Day
 Unmissable Sights and a Culinary Treat Civitavecchia, Italy, is a charming port town situated on the Tyrrhenian Sea, just a one-hour train ride from Rome. It’s the gateway for cruise passengers...
A Laid-Back Day in Genoa
Cruising into Genoa on the MSC World Europa, we didn’t quite know what to expect. The city isn’t as instantly recognisable as Rome, Florence or Venice, but it turned out to be the most surprisingly enjoyable stop. With colourful buildings climbing up the hills, an easy port location, and the option to explore at your own pace, Genoa gave us exactly what we needed that day: history, beauty, and no pressure to rush, even in the rain.
A Relaxing Monday in Tarragona
When you think of a day trip from Barcelona, Tarragona might not be the first name that comes to mind. But sometimes, the best experiences are the ones that don’t go to plan. That was precisely the case when we headed to Tarragona on a quiet Monday, expecting Roman ruins but discovering something even better: a peaceful, picturesque city full of charm, history, and surprise highlights. We changed our itinerary, and I forgot to check that Tarrafgona was open, but all the Roman ruin sites are closed on Monday. We think it was the best mistake and made for a great day.
Exploring Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter: A Relaxing Walk to Beat Jetlag
The Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic) is the heart of Barcelona, full of narrow, winding streets, medieval architecture, and a deep sense of history. During our visit in early February, this leisurely...
Visiting Prague for the first time.
Prague receives anywhere from 6 to 8 million visitors a year, making it very busy most of the time. There are many reasons Prague is on so many people’s bucket lists. It boasts beautiful architecture, from Romanesque to the present trends. If architecture is not your jam, Prague also has a rich, long history spanning a thousand years to explore and great food. Â
Catching a Ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki
In this post, we will share our experience of catching a ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki, what we learned, and some tips to help you plan your crossing.
Visiting Killarney National Park in One Day
Killarney National Park is bursting with amazing places to visit, and it is often included in a visit to the ring of Kerry. During our trip to Ireland, we planned on experiencing many of the epic...
Beara Peninsula – Our day driving and exploring 7 stops.
The Beara Peninsula is considered the lesser-known of the Irish ring roads, so we decided to include it in our Itinerary. Everybody knows about the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula, but only a few know about the Beara Peninsula. We loved our day driving Beara Peninsula. We will share our experience of the drive and the Seven stops we made along the way.
The Wicklow Mountains Things To Do in 4 hours
A short 1hr drive south of Dublin, you will find the Wicklow Mountains in County Wicklow. We included a stop in the area on our way south. There are many amazing places to visit, and in this blog,...
3 Days in Dublin: Sights, Pubs & Easy Itinerary Ideas
Planning an itinerary to explore a new destination can be overwhelming. It is my hope that as you read our blog and see how we explored Dublin, it will give you ideas for your Dublin adventure. Included are addresses, prices and opening hours when available for easy reference for you.
Hervey Bay – Things to see and do in 3 days
On a recent trip to Hervey Bay, we spent time exploring the area, and this is what we discovered on our 4-night stay. Hervey Bay is located 3.5hrs (295kms) north of Brisbane, on Queensland’s Fraser Coast. The major tourism is driven by whale watching and visits to K’gari (Fraser Island). Still, there is much more on offer in this tranquil part of Australia. For more on K’gari, check out our blog or video. In this Blog, we will look at the places we visited and ideas to help you plan your visit to Hervey Bay and the surrounding area.
How being in Lockdown helped us to explore.
For the first few weeks, we held our breaths and waited to be able to resume our near-normal lives, but as the weeks rolled into each other. The hope of any travel was dashed. In the course of this time, we had cancelled a weekend away with friends, stopped working on our still postponed trip to South Australia. We also gave up hope of me jumping out of a plane over fox Glacier in New Zealand to celebrate turning fifty. Then Phil and I decided to explore our own backyard, This not only gave us content and days out, but it awoke in us a love for the beautiful places so close to our home.
Mudgee Road Trip Guide: Wineries, History & Local Experiences in NSW
A Couple’s Getaway to One of Australia’s Most Charming Wine Regions Originally visited in January 2021 – this trip was such a gem that we’re still recommending it today. If you're dreaming of a...
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