After five amazing (and tiring) days on safari in Tanzania, exploring Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, we flew straight from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar. What followed was six blissful nights of white sand, warm breezes and slow mornings, five on…
Our South African safari at Rhino River Lodge, in the Manyoni Private Game Reserve, was one of the best travel experiences we have ever had. It was so magical, I hardly have the words to express it.
When I first started planning our Tanzania safari, I had no idea just how much prices could vary. I assumed I would get a few quotes, compare them and pick the best one. But wow, the range in costs was…
The Kerala houseboat is the image on every brochure for “God’s own country”: a wicker-and-wood kettuvallam drifting past palm trees while you recline on deck with a fresh coconut. It’s the reason many travellers put the backwaters on their itinerary…
Deciding where to stay in Lisbon shapes your whole trip: the city’s neighbourhoods are so distinct that the same holiday can feel completely different from one hill to the next. We have stayed in Lisbon three times, twice in Alfama…
Ready to hit the beach with sustainable swimwear this summer? I’ve rounded up the best sustainable swimsuit and bikini brands based in the UK, updated for 2026. Thankfully, there are now plenty of eco-friendly and ethical swimwear brands available in…
When I’m home in the UK, I stock up on all the best travel kit — and that includes ethical and sustainable activewear and gym wear. It has taken a lot of research, trying on and postal returns to find…
Chamonix in summer far exceeded our expectations. After first visiting Chamonix in ski season, we were excited to hike, climb and bike the towering limestone peaks, trail-laced valleys and Alpine ridges. This Chamonix in summer travel guide covers everything you…
Taghazout is a laid-back surf town on Morocco‘s Atlantic coast, about 20 minutes north of Agadir. Once a small Berber fishing village, it’s now where surfers, digital nomads and sun-seekers come for warm days, sandy beaches and an easy pace.
Is Barcelona expensive? In this Barcelona travel budget, we break down the cost of accommodation, transport, activities, tapas and wine in Barcelona.