Time to travel the world!

"The world is a book and, those who do not travel read only a page"- Saint Augustine

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Quote the day:

“Travel. As much as you can. As far as you can. As long as you can. Life’s not meant to be lived in one place.”

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These 5 Questions Will Tell You Where You Should Go On Vacation Next

Pack your bags, you're getting outta here!

I got Umpqua Hot Springs, Oregon! "If you're looking for an ideal camping destination, look no further than Oregon's Umpqua Hot Springs. It's free to camp, gas for cooking is cheap, and "the pools have over 80 natural minerals for a ridiculously cheap soak,” says one particular traveller”

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Fish tagine with saffron & almonds

A low calorie Moroccan fish stew flavoured with saffron, almonds, cinnamon, ginger and more. It's ideal for entertaining- make a batch ahead and freeze

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Quote of the day:

“You know that voice in your head telling you to travel? Listen to it. Because 10 years from now you’ll wish you had.”

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Build Your Perfect Beach Day And We'll Tell You Where To Travel Next

Don't forget the sunscreen!

I got Tulum, Mexico! "You belong in this slow-paced bohemian town of Mexico's Caribbean coast. Pristine beaches, ancient Mayan culture, outdoor adventure, endless margaritas, and delicious, seasonal restaurants are just some of the allures of this laid-back beach vacation.”

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Spicy Sichuan-style prawns

Stir-fry shellfish with a spicy tomato, ginger and chilli bean sauce for a classic Chinese seafood dish

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Quote of the day:

“This entire planet is your home. Staying on one city your whole life would be like never leaving your bedroom”

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Pack A Suitcase And We'll Tell You Where To Vacation In Europe

Let's go!

I got Reykjavik, Iceland! "Whether you spend the night trying to chase the Northern Lights, hike an actual glacier, go whale watching, or bask in the life-changing Blue Lagoon, you’re basically never gonna want to leave Iceland.”

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Herby toad in the hole

This family favourite marries meaty sausages with robust herbs and traditional, comforting Yorkshire pudding

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Quote of the day:

“You can’t buy happiness but you can buy a plane ticket and that’s  kind of the same thing”

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5 ways to...survive a long plane journey

1. BRUSH YOUR TEETH! If you’re wanting to sleep on a long haul flight then brushing your teeth may be beneficial. This is because your body will realise that it’s time to wind down causing you to possible become a little tired meaning it might be easier for you to fall asleep.

2. AVOID PEAK TIMES! If possible travel out of the school holidays and not on the weekend. This can mean that there is more space on your flight, less noise and nicer experience in general.

3. DRINK WATER! Unfortunately you are going to have to wait until you’re through security before buying it but buy a big bottle of water for your flight. There are many benefits of drinking water in everyday life but on a long haul flight hydration can help with the prevention of cramps meaning your journey will hopefully be more comfortable than if you do not drink. 

4. WALK! At least once an hour on a long haul flight you need to get up and move. This is to help the build flow round the body but also for your own sanity! Walking up and down the aisles van be quote entertaining and it also means you have an alternative view to the seat in front of you.

5. BRING YOUR OWN ENTERTAINMENT! One of my favourite things on a long haul flight is the in flight entertainment as they usually have a good variety of TV shows and films. However, to keep things interesting bring a book or headphones so you’re not always watching the screen. You could also talk to the people you’re on the flight with!

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Answer Some Questions To Discover Your Ideal European Summer Vacation

You deserve a vacation.

I got Santorini in Greece. “Lucky you! From the crystal clear Aegean Sea to the whitewashed villas and the fiery sunsets, there are few places on Earth as romantic and stunning as this standout Greek Island.”

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Quote of the day:

“Don’t listen to what they say. Go see.”

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Top tips from Glastonbury

Glastonbury is one of the biggest musical festivals in the world with over 200,000 people attending in 2017. Below I've compiled a list of my top tips to ensure you have the most amazing time not only at Glastonbury but every festival that you have an opportunity to attend.

1. TAKE BABYWIPES! Seriously, baby wipes will become your best friend no matter what festival you attend. This is because most people don't bother showering while they’re at Glastonbury because the queues for the showers can be quite long, you miss out on performers and, to be honest, it’s part of the experience. As long as you have baby wipes to wash yourself in the morning and evening you’ll survive. Besides, everyone is in the same boat so it’s not like people are going to judge you for not showering.

2. TAKE A PORTABLE CHARGER! This has a lot to do with the world that we all live in now. For many people their phone is their life. I personally wouldn't say my phone is my life but I always feel better knowing I have it with me. Luckily, you can get quite cheap chargers from various retailers so you don't have to spend a fortune. I personally got mine through EE as they did a deal with Glastonbury where you could swap your charger once it had died for a fully charged one once a day. This meant that I could keep taking pictures without worrying that I would run out of charge.

3. TAKE WELLIES! I know in my previous post I said it had not rained the whole time we were there but I would still advise taking wellies or at least walking boots with you. This is because the Glastonbury site is HUGE meaning you’re walking a fair few miles everyday. One day I walked 12 miles! If you have wellies or walking boots then you know you're feet aren't going to hate you by the end of the festival. It’s also better to be safe than sorry; you never know with the British weather!

4. DON’T PLAN TOO MUCH! This one was particularly hard for me as I like to know what the plan is for the day so I have some idea of what I'm doing. However, not planning too much meant that I got to enjoy myself a lot more. You should definitely have an idea of who really want to see and then for the others just have a wander and see what you come across. You never know, you might find an artist that you’ve never heard of but you end up loving.

5. TAKE FOOD! With this you don't have to take a whole weekly shop as you’re going to struggle taking that and you’re tent and you’re clothes! By this I mean take snack bars and crisps etc, things that won’t go off or things that won’t melt. The sole reason for this is because food can get quite expensive if you eat from the stalls all the time. I personally brought cereal bars for my breakfast in the morning and crisps if I got peckish throughout the day. By doing this I saved at least £50.

6. LEAVE AFTER THE LAST HEADLINER! Or as soon as you possibly can. At Glastonbury this year I really wanted to see Ed Sheeran and I wasn't going to miss him no matter who my friends wanted to see that Sunday night! If by Sunday evening there are no other acts you want to see then I recommend leaving as soon as possible especially if you’re driving home. By doing this you miss the 9 hour queues which sometime occur and you actually get home at a decent time. I did have to sleep in my car at service station on the way back but it was a price I was willing to pay if it meant I got a warm shower and a comfy bed sooner than the individuals that waited until Monday morning.

Hopefully you find these tips useful and if you have any other questions don't be afraid to message me and I’ll do my best to answer them as best as I can.

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The one where I went to the biggest music festival in the world:

Glastonbury (21/06/17-25/06/17)

For years I've watched Glastonbury on the television wishing that I could be there to know what being at the festival feels like. Luckily, in October 2016 me and two friends managed to get tickets to the festival in 2017. I never thought that this was happen because, as most of you will probably know, getting tickets for Glastonbury is extremely hard and they usually sell out within 30 minutes of being released.

Packing for Glastonbury was interesting for a number of reasons. One of them was that in previous years it has chucked down with raining meaning the fields and the paths are flooded meaning wellies are a necessity. However, this year the weather was expected to be the best that the festival has seen in years. This made me debate what to pack as I wanted to have faith in the British weather but the British weather is not something that can be relied on! Secondly, I was going to Paris straight after Glastonbury so had to figure out what I really needed as there would not have been any room in my car what with my bags and my friends bag if I took loads of things.

Arriving at the festival was easy. The signs directing us were helpful and the queue into the car park was not as bad as I was expecting it to be. The queue into the festival itself though was a different story. We were in the queue for the gate for around four hours. This may seem like a long time but what with the security measures being the tightest that they have been in years it was not actually that long. It’s better to be extra safe than have another horrible incident occur.

While being at the festival I saw such a variety of bands and artists from George Ezra to Liam Gallagher and Haim to Ed Sheeran. This enabled my music knowledge to expand as I saw artists that I would not have usually have listened to but I grew to love them. The people at the festival were also amazing. The staff were so friendly and willing to help no matter what questions you had. Furthermore, the people that attended the festival itself were also extremely friendly. My friends and I made friends with the people in the tent next to us who had been coming to Glastonbury for the last four consecutive years. How they always manage to get tickets I will never know!

On the whole, the festival was such an amazing experience and I would advise anyone to try and get tickets for if they’re able to. It’s an experience that you will definitely not forget!

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Quote of the day:

“Travelling. It leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.”

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Slowly but surely I’m increasing the amount of countries that I’ve seen. Now on 6%!