Lisbon or Porto — Por que não ambos? (Why not both?)
If we’re telling the truth, we loved Lisbon and Porto so much that it’s hard to choose. The best outcome is getting both into your Portugal travel itinerary, but if you’re tight on time and have to choose between the two gorgeous cities of Lisbon and Porto then this Lisbon vs Porto guide is for you.
There’s a reason Cornwall is one of the UK’s best summer holiday destinations. This gorgeous region is home to rugged coastal walks, beautiful sandy beaches and magical castle ruins. Not to mention some of the best seaside grub around too. In this Cornwall travel guide, I share my favourite places to visit in Cornwall.
Liverpool is one of the UK cities I love the most. If I lived up north in the UK, there’s no doubt that Liverpool is where I’d want to be. This northern city is a favourite of mine and Luke’s for its gorgeous Royal Albert Dock, eclectic mix of old industrial buildings and modern architecture, great coffee shops and cheap pints.
Dorset is the perfect UK summer destination this year for socially-distanced walking routes, rural viewpoints, large beaches and great history. Plan ahead and you’ll be able to choose places to visit and walking routes where you’ll only see a handful of other people.
Edinburgh is top of the wish list for many travellers to the UK. The Royal Mile, the cobbled streets and grand castle, the tartan kilts and bagpipes, the haggis and Scottish whiskey, are what this capital city is known for. In this Edinburgh travel guide, we explore the best of Scotland’s capital city.
Ever find yourself stashing away books on a shelf that you never get round to reading? Have you been travelling, wishing you had the latest issue of your favourite magazine to flick through? Has it been difficult to get hold of the books and magazines you want to read during coronavirus?
Support small and local businesses in Brighton during the Coronavirus lockdown. We’ve put together a list of our favourite small and independent businesses in Brighton who are still running during the UK’s lockdown.
The closest city to my hometown, London has a special place in my heart. The UK‘s capital city has blossomed into a melting pot of culture, art and cuisine. Whether you’re chowing down on snacks at Borough Market, watching a Shakespeare play on the Thames or into indie gigs in Shoreditch, London has something for everyone. This London travel guide takes you through the best of the city.
The Amazon rainforest in Ecuador is an adventure you’ll never forget. Take the spiralling mountain road from Quito into the deep, lush Amazon rainforest for a weekend or longer. Lace up your walking boots and find yourself immersed in dense vegetation, kapok leaves fringing the clouded sky. Find yourself surrounded by rainforest, abuzz with the sounds of wild parakeets, howler monkeys and tanager birds.
Is Colombia expensive to travel? We backpacked Colombia for under $40 a day.
Hike your way through the Andes mountains, around the Quilotoa Loop in Ecuador. This 36km winding track takes you through green valleys as clouds descend on the mountain tops, past fluffy alpacas (though more sheep and cows than alpacas) and through traditional mountain villages.
The inescapable truth is that tourism leaves behind a carbon footprint, but we can all take steps to tread more lightly. In Europe, the eco-conscious traveller can search out sustainable travel accommodation that’s greener and reduces our carbon footprint.
We’re Charlie and Luke — UK travel bloggers, adventurers and storytellers. We travel slow and write about sustainable travel. We want to make responsible travel choices and help you do the same. Get to know us.
