Having spent the last four years as a perpetual traveller I understand how frustrating it can be to find the right travel insurance policy. Firstly, many travel insurers will only cover between 30-90 day trips, which is fantastic when you are planning your two-week annual break or thinking of heading…
As a child, I dreamt of being surrounded by books. I always wanted my very own library you see. One that was lined floor-to-ceiling with beautifully bound, leather first editions oozing sophistication interspersed with a smattering of trusted paperbacks that would reflect my all-time favourite reads. I daydreamed about…
Ready to head off on an epic road trip in the near future? We know you are excited, as we enjoy a cross-country jaunt as much as the next traveller. However, there are safety concerns which you need to be aware of before leaving your hometown. After all, nothing kills…
One of our favourite things about travelling is that it can provide the opportunity to watch or take part in some big event. Not only does this allow you to truly embrace the local culture, but it’s also totally Instagram-worthy! From the Monaco Yacht Show to the US Open, why…
Being a UK citizen I have always been fortunate when travelling and although this may change thanks to Brexit and the powers that be, up until now, especially within the European Union I have freedom of movement for most of my adult life. This means that unlike my American friends…
I remember sitting in the audience listening to Laura Lippman speak at the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival in Harrogate some years ago whilst she was interviewed about how she gains inspiration for her novels. At the time, all I could think about was how one day I wanted…
Trendy bars have been popping up all over the Thai capital in recent years, but few people seem to associate this kind of nightlife with Bangkok. If you ask the vast majority of travellers where to head for a night out, I guarantee the first spot they will mention is…
Eeyore’s Cottage: Every Child’s Dream As a child, I always wanted to emulate the adventures of some of my favourite, loveable book characters and the thought of stepping into the magical worlds of some of my best-loved authors; to go on a quest with some of my most cherished childhood…
The former Portuguese colony of Macau is the perfect example of East meets West. While Macau is still proud of its Portuguese heritage, in the 21st century, it brilliantly fuses its present-day Chinese rule, making it one of the fascinating holiday destinations throughout Asia. Its history goes back to the…
Fuerteventura is not only the second-largest of the Canary Islands, but it is also the windiest. Each year, windsurfers and kiteboarders flock to the Island to ride the waves whilst others head out to cycle or hike the mountain passes. This particular island is ideal for sports lovers and adventure…