A Magical Winter Day in Milford Sound with Southern Discoveries

If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting somewhere so surreal it feels like another world - where waterfalls tumble down sheer cliffs and misty mountains disappear into the clouds - Milford Sound in New Zealand is that place.

There’s a stillness here that makes you feel small in the best possible way, and deeply grateful just to witness it.

My daughter and I recently did the most incredible winter day trip with Southern Discoveries, and I can’t recommend it enough - especially if you’re travelling with little ones and want a stress-free experience without the need to drive.

My Top 10 Favourite Stays Around the World

Over the past ten years of travel, I’ve stayed in everything from noisy hostels and funky Airbnbs to boutique hideaways and five-star resorts. I’ve always been more of a budget-conscious, best-deal kind of girl, and for many years that meant simple stays with just the basics. But through this blog, I’ve been lucky enough to experience some truly incredible hotels - each one unique, memorable, and a little taste of luxury that I’ve come to really appreciate. Honestly, who doesn’t love a plush bed, a dreamy view, and amazing service?

The Best Place to Stay in Apia, Samoa | Taumeasina Island Resort

If you’re looking for somewhere extra special to stay in Samoa - somewhere luxurious, relaxing, and incredibly family-friendly - look no further than Taumeasina Island Resort. Just a 5-minute drive from the heart of Apia, this dreamy resort sits on its very own private island and was the perfect base for our very first overseas holiday as a family of four.

The Best place to stay in Athens: AthensWas Design Hotel

For an out-of-the-ordinary hotel experience in the ancient capital of Greece, look no further than AthensWas. The design-driven 5-star hotel is located in the heart of historic Athens, only a few minutes’ walk to the iconic Acropolis Hill and other major points of interest. It's the perfect place to stay for the ultimate Athenian experience.

Tep Wireless Pocket Wifi: The Secret to Travelling like a Pro

When travelling abroad my number one travel essential is my Tep Wireless pocket WiFi device.
It gives me unlimited data in over 100 countries and allows me to travel with the utmost ease.

Edinburgh's Must-Do Secret Food Tour

Have you ever wondered what traditional Scottish cuisine is like? That's exactly why I love joining food tours. It's such a fantastic way to discover a new city or place and learn all about what the best local food is.

QT Wellington: The Best Place to Stay in New Zealand's Capital

If you are looking for an out-of-the-ordinary hotel experience in New Zealand's coolest little capital, look no further than QT Wellington. Celebrating all things art and design, it's unique and more than a little bit quirky - basically everything I love about Wellington.

The harbourside, design-driven boutique hotel is full of exceptional and quirky art pieces which extend all the way to the rooms. It's the perfect place for a sophisticated work stay or special weekend getaway.

The Ultimate Fiji Getaway: Paradise Cove Resort, Yasawa Islands

When you close your eyes and imagine paradise, what do you see? If it's glittering turquoise waters hugging a white sandy beach, fringed with swaying palm trees, then look no further than Paradise Cove Resort in the Yasawa Islands, Fiji.

Checking In: Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort

I recently spent three nights at Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort on the beautiful Coral Coast of the main island, Viti Levu. It definitely wasn't a long enough stay but it was a wonderful introduction for my first time in Fiji, receiving the warmest of Fijian hospitality.

A Wine Lover's Dream Tour from Lisbon, Portugal

During my recent week in Lisbon, one of my top highlights was doing a Setúbal Region Wine Tasting tour with Taking U There.

This private guided tour is a true wine lover's dream and it was a fantastic day out visiting two different wineries and a special liqueur producer in the Setúbal region. I absolutely loved learning about and trying the high-quality (and very well-priced!) wines and seeing more of Portugal's picturesque countryside.

A Perfect Stay at Main Street Hotel Ypres, Belgium

On my recent first visit to Belgium, I began in the historical town of Ypres. I spent two wonderful nights at Main Street Hotel, which was my favourite place I stayed at in my whole six weeks in Europe.

A Taste of Slovenia: Ljubljana's Must-Do Foodie Tour

I was most excited to visit Ljubljana, Slovenia on my recent European travels. I had heard so many wonderful things, including that it's one of the most underrated capital cities in the world.

I absolutely loved my time there and I already can't wait to return. My favourite thing I did was join one of LjubljanaYum's Food Walk Tours, Ljubljana Essentials. It was an incredible afternoon of experiencing the yummy side of the alps and discovering some amazing Slovenian cuisine.

Incredible Tour from Lisbon: Sintra, Cascais & Pena Palace

During my six nights in the incredible capital city of Portugal, one of my favourite days was doing the Sintra, Cascais & Estoril Tour with Inside Lisbon.

Checking In: Where to stay in Bruges, Belgium

On my recent first visit to Belgium, I spent two incredible nights in the romantic town of Bruges.
I stayed at the award-winning Eco-Hotel Fevery Brugge which was super cosy, great value for money and had the friendliest service. If you are heading to Bruges yourself, then this family-run hotel is a perfect choice.

How to spend the perfect first day in Lisbon

I'd heard so many fantastic things about Lisbon and Portugal and I couldn't wait to visit for the first time. I spent six incredible nights in the capital city and loved it so much I'm still dreaming of moving there.

My time kicked off to a fantastic start thanks to Inside Lisbon's Experience Walk.
In a small group, you get shown around by a friendly and passionate local guide to hidden local places, beautiful squares, spectacular viewpoints, and you get to try some of the top local cuisines and even catch a ferry.

Berlin's Must-Do Secret Food Tour

Being a huge fan of German cuisine and heading to Berlin, I immediately signed up for Secret Food Tours Berlin, an award-winning company that runs foodie tours worldwide that I'd heard so much about.

A Perfect Stay at Hotel Indigo Berlin Alexanderplatz

Thrilled to be back in the capital of Germany, I spent four incredible nights at Hotel Indigo Berlin in Alexanderplatz, a boutique hotel inspired by its local neighbourhood in the heart of Berlin.

I could not have been more impressed by my cosy room with a view, the friendly service and amazing food. If you are wanting to stay in Alexanderplatz (which is my favourite area to stay in Berlin), then this hotel is an excellent choice.

Shanghai's Must-Do Food Tour

Being a total foodie and having a 48-hour layover in Shanghai, I was so excited to try authentic Chinese food for the first time.

I absolutely love doing food tours in each new country I visit, it ensures you try some of the very best, you get to learn all about it and it sets you up for the rest of your time there.

Old Shanghai Highlights Tour: The Perfect Introduction To Shanghai

I had such a fantastic layover in Shanghai on my way to Europe. It's such an attractive and fascinating city with a great mixture of old and new. It far exceeded my expectations and really surprised me in a good way.

The Ultimate Weekend & Carry-On Bag

I have been testing out my new Muzmm Little Garden Backpack for over three months now and I love everything about it. It is the ultimate weekend and carry-on bag and I couldn't recommend this innovative, three-in-one travel bag any higher.