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22 best things to do in Boston, USA

*This blog features a press trip in collaboration with United Airlines, TravelUp and the Boston Tourism Board Dreaming of a USA trip next year? Have I got the best destination for you – here’s my top 22 things to do in Boston, Massachusetts! I had dreamed of seeing the fall foliage in this beautiful city for years, but never did I think I would be ticking Boston USA off the bucket list this year.…

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14 Amazing Things To Do In Kotor, Montenegro

Montenegro was a country that completely blew me away and I’m so excited to share this post on 20 amazing things to do in Kotor with you. It’s a place that had been on my bucket list for many years but always slipped my mind when booking trips. But when searching for holidays in Croatia, Italy and across Europe this summer, it was a place that kept popping back up with some amazing value deals…

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What Are the Risks of Taking Drugs Abroad with You?

Most of us know that taking drugs abroad is a bad idea but it’s not just controlled substances you have to worry about. While many would not even consider taking the risks of taking drugs abroad. It can be easy to get caught out carrying items that are controlled substances in certain countries, but not in others. It’s important to know the legislation of the countries you plan to visit, and to…

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What to do if You Experience Sexual Assault Abroad

As a solo female traveller of over seven years, I know that travel can be an incredible experience that completely transforms your life. For many women, it will be just that. But we can’t pretend that the experience of a woman travelling solo is the same as will be experience by a man travelling alone. This is why I’ve teamed up with JD Spicer Solicitors to provide a detailed and informative…

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7 Easy Ways to Protect Data While Travelling

Travelling is one of life’s pleasures, but it can also put your precious personal data at risk. In this article, I’ll share seven easy ways to protect your data whilst working and travelling abroad. In 2022, breaches of the Data Protection Act can have a severe impact on our finances, identity and even our medical activity. It can take a long time and a lot of hassle to resolve, something you…

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10 Best Restaurants in Kotor, Montenegro

I love to eat out when I travel – it’s a huge part of experiencing a country so when I planned my trip. I knew I couldn’t wait to experience the best restaurants in Kotor, Montenegro. When I say “best” I don’t necessarily mean the most expensive. I love to visit a range of bars and restaurants from the very authentic, local places. To the more mid-range right up to the more expensive places…

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10 Tips For Getting Started in Vanlife

*This getting started in vanlife blog post is a collaboration. If you’re thinking about getting started in Vanlife, or dream about life on the open road, this blog post is for you. I bought my camper van, a Vauxhall Movano, nearly two years ago and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. That’s not to say it hasn’t been a learning curve to own a van. Camper van life has been idealised…

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30 Epic Things To Do in Madeira, Portugal

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The 33 best things to do in Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is the place to visit this summer, so don’t miss out on the 33 best things to do in Lisbon, Portugal. I’ve just returned from my first trip to this amazing city and I know I’ll be back again. We went for a long weekend in Lisbon and completely fell in love with this beautiful Portuguese city. Even with a packed itinerary of sightseeing, restaurants and bars, I still have so many more…

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20 best rooftop bars in Lisbon for sunset

When I started planning my trip, I knew that I wanted to check out some of the best rooftop bars in Lisbon. I mean, who doesn’t picture themselves sitting on a rooftop with a view across the city and ocean as the sun sets, holding a Aperol Spritz in hand? It’s that perfect European summer vibe where the cafés are outdoors, the drinks are flowing, and the possibilities are endless. We travelled…

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6 products you NEED in your spring skincare routine

*This spring skincare routine blog post contains gifted products Skincare is a big part of my daily self-care routine. So naturally as we move towards springtime, I’m thinking about ways I will change up my spring skincare routine. After I suffered with the worst skin issues of my life during the pandemic when I came off the contraceptive pill, I’ve been even more cautious than ever with the…

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Quirky sustainable holidays in the Netherlands

*This post sustainable holidays post is a collaboration, all pics supplied by nature.house All of us are looking at ways of living more sustainably – whether we’re changing our diet, habits or lifestyle. But did you know that changing the way you travel can have a big impact on reducing your carbon footprint? It can be difficult if you’re planning to travel long-haul to offset the carbon…

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5 tips for finding cheap flights for any destination

As the world starts to creep back towards “normality”, travel is back on the radar for many. Many of us are starting to plan trips abroad once more and that means we’re all on the lookout for those tantalising cheap flights. Everyone has missed travelling over the last two years and we’re all eager to make up for lost time, so how better to do it than to find a great deal on your next trip? As a…

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Discover 18 of the best hikes in the UK

*This hikes in the UK post is a collaboration with Adidas. All opinions remain my own. If there’s one thing I love, it’s getting outside in the fresh air and hiking in nature. It’s my favourite way to explore a new place whether I’m headed to a different timezone, visiting a new continent or simply heading on a staycation. Spending more time in the UK over the last two years provided me with the…

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The best things to do in Swansea Bay, Wales

*This blog post features a press trip with Visit Swansea Bay but all opinions remain my own. Despite growing up in the UK and spending most of my life here, I’ve only been to Wales once before and unfortunately that trip didn’t last long due to severe weather warnings. When I planned my first trip in my new camper van, I couldn’t wait to spend two weeks road tripping around Wales with an old…

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8 of the most amazing places to sleep in the world

*This amazing places to sleep post is an AD with TEMPUR and includes some sponsored links, as usual all views remain my own. Listening to the sounds of the ocean and crickets chirping. Watching stars streak across the night sky, as the smell of salt and campfire smoke lingers on the warm breeze. I’ve been lucky enough to sleep in some incredible places over the last six years of travel and while…

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Inspiration for lockdown Mother's Day gifts

Inspiration for lockdown Mother’s Day gifts

*AD – this Mother’s Day gifts post is in collaboration with Boots UK, but all thoughts are my own The last year has been tough on families – whether you’ve been separated by lockdown, or you’ve been trapped under the same roof. It’s been a stressful time for everyone, but it’s also made those family bonds stronger than ever. So many people won’t get to hug their mum this Mother’s Day and may have…

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