With global coronavirus (covid-19) travel restrictions in place, many of us are facing the new norm of self-isolating and social distancing, which means many hours to fill at home. These tight restrictions mean we won’t be travelling for a while, but that’s not to say we can’t participate in a […]
Author: Kachina Dimmock
5 Facts about Collioure, France that might surprise you
Located on the Mediterranean coast of Southern France, just 25km from the Spanish border is the small, romantic town of Collioure. While proudly French, Collioure is a town where two cultures collide. With a history that far stretches both the French and Spanish occupancy, Collioure has many stories to tell. […]
5 Facts About Istanbul, Turkey That Might Surprise You
Welcoming over 39 million tourists per year, Istanbul is a city that has captured the attention and hearts of many wandering spirits. Big, complex and fascinating, there’s so much more to this metropolis city than meets the eye. Here, we’ve put together some facts about Istanbul, Turkey that we think […]
St Patrick’s Day History and Traditions Explained
When you think of Saint Patrick’s Day, it’s most likely that images of green beer, Irish sayings and big green hats conjure in your mind, right? While all of this is well and good, there’s actually a lot information about the holiday’s origins and the Saint it celebrates annually on […]
How to Experience Zadar, Croatia Like a Local
Home to a historic old town of Roman ruins, medieval churches, cosmopolitan cafes and quality museums set on a small peninsula, Zadar in Croatia is the perfect destination for an off-the-beaten-path adventure. With quieter streets and cheaper prices than nearby popular Dubrovnik, these are some of our tips and favourite […]
8 Tips for First-Time Travellers to Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul; it’s a big, fascinating and complex city. Combining both old and new, East and West, it’s a city that’s made it to the top of many a traveller’s bucket list (the city welcomes over 39 million tourists each year!). Lying on two continents – Europe and Asia – Istanbul, […]