Snaefellsnes, Snæfellsnes, Snaefellsness, Shnar-fell-shnes? If you can pronounce this one, you’re already halfway there! This magical peninsula is in a region in western Iceland known for its scenic and dramatic landscapes. Think of a 90km stretch of peninsula that incorporates legend with magic and beauty. This is the place where you’ll find glaciers, fjords, …
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I’m a bit late with this post (it’s been two years now since I graduated, oops…) but with a new academic year fast approaching, I wanted to share the main things I learnt about living in London as a student. I moved to London in 2012, having just turned 18 and ready for three …
After exploring the Golden Circle, we set off on an epic road trip to the Western fjords of Iceland. The Westfjords are also known as “Iceland’s Best Kept Secret”, since it is so rural and off the beaten track. The Westfjords is one of the most beautiful regions of Iceland, with some stunning natural landscapes. …
So you’ve finally bought flights and are soon headed on that dream trip to Iceland, but you’re probably wondering what to wear. You’re wondering what is the weather going to be like? What should I pack? The weather in Iceland continuously changes, to the point that in the same day you might experience wind, …
Are you planning a day tour of the Golden Circle, in Iceland, but aren’t sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place! Iceland is known as the Land of Ice and Fire, and for good reason. I recently spent one week in Iceland, exploring the volcanoes, glaciers and stunning landscapes of this …
As small as Europe may seem compared to its other fellow continents, there is actually a really wide variety of cultures, architecture, cuisines and languages across countries. Thanks to the EU travelling within Europe is easier than ever, and with the rise of budget airlines, Eurrail passes discounted travel offers, it’s becoming increasingly affordable. For …
You know those photos of white sandy beaches with really crystal clear water that make you want to jump on a plane and head to the Maldives? What if I told you there is a place like that and much closer to home? The islands of the Maddalena Archipelago fulfil every beach dream you could …
As you may already know, Italy is a very popular tourist destination. Especially in summer, people from all over the world come to visit every corner of “the Boot”. Whether it’s to swim in the crystal clear waters of Sardinia, to go shopping in Milan, to wander around the Tuscan countryside and get lost …
Planning to hike the Sentiero Azzurro cliffside hiking trail in Cinque Terre, Italy? You’ve come to the right place! In this article I outlined everything you need to know about hiking the popular “Blue Trail” of Cinque Terre; including hike length, difficulty and duration, what to expect, where to stay and more. Cinque Terre is …
With its white sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise water Sardinia has become known as the Maldives of Italy, and is becoming an increasingly popular tourist beach destination. After all, who wouldn’t want to visit such a paradise on earth without having to fly hours to reach it? If you’re set on visiting Sardinia …