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Where to Stay in Lisbon: Alfama, Graça & Beyond

Charlie Marchant — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 10:03:58 +0000

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 and once further from the city centre. This guide covers the two neighbourhoods we know […]

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Is Lisbon Expensive? How Much To Budget in 2026

Luke Nicholson — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:07:59 +0000

Lisbon has long been held up as Europe’s budget-friendly gem, but is it still? We visited twice: once in September 2020, midway through the pandemic, and again in April 2026. Both times we stayed in the Alfama neighbourhood. The city we found on our return was recognisably the same place we fell in love with, […]

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Lisbon or Porto: Which Portuguese City To Choose?

Charlie and Luke — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Lisbon or Porto? We have been asked this question more times than we can count, and the honest answer has always been the same: Por que não ambos? (Why not both?) But if you are short on time and have to choose, this guide is for you. Between us, we have visited Lisbon three times […]

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Foz do Douro: Porto’s Secret by the Sea

Luke Nicholson — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:16:52 +0000

Foz do Douro is Porto‘s well-heeled seaside neighbourhood at the mouth of the River Douro. Less than 20 minutes from the historic centre of Porto, it offers the beach, the breeze, and the fresh seafood without the crush of tourists that descend on Ribeira every summer. I first visited Porto centre in 2020 and returned […]

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12 Best UK Sustainable Swimwear Brands You’ll Love (2026)

Charlie Marchant — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

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 the UK, meaning a great selection of bikinis and swimsuits for every body. In this […]

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The Best Ethical & Sustainable Activewear Brands in the UK (Tried & Tested)

Charlie Marchant — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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 the best ethical sportswear brands in the UK. Now I have a definitive list, updated […]

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Porto Travel Guide: Things to Do, Eat & See in a Weekend

Charlie and Luke — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Porto feels heartier, friendlier and more wholesome than anywhere else we visited in Portugal. We arrived after a weekend in Coimbra and Lisbon, and by the time we’d ridden a rented scooter out of the city into the Douro Valley vineyards, we were smitten. This Porto travel guide covers everything we’d tell a friend planning […]

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Chamonix in Summer: Our Complete Guide and Week-Long Itinerary

Charlie Marchant — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:26:44 +0000

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 need to plan a week in Chamonix in summer, structured as a day-by-day itinerary you […]

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Best Things to Do in Split, Croatia: A Perfect 24-Hour Itinerary

Luke Nicholson — Sat, 23 May 2026 21:16:47 +0000

If you are looking for the best things to do in Split, Croatia, in a single, well-paced day, this is exact itinerary we would use to explore. I have visited Croatia many times over the years, but somehow 2026 was my first time properly stopping in Split. We had just stepped off a three-day sailing […]

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Is Madrid Expensive?

Luke Nicholson — Fri, 22 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Is Madrid expensive? In this Madrid travel budget, I break down the cost of accommodation, transport, activities, tapas and wine in Madrid. Why you should trust me: I’ve visited the city several times as my brother has lived in the city centre since 2019. My most recent visit was in May 2026. I take careful […]

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